Exteriors on Houzz: Tips From the Experts

Clad your chimney in metal, concrete or masonry for a dynamic architectural element and a most contemporary design

The spitting image of their parents or merely sharing some genes, these mailboxes show that good design goes beyond the front door

Steel, copper and zinc shingles take siding to new heights, with less maintenance than their wooden cousins

Larger, heavier and often more dramatic than their swinging cousins, pivot doors fit right in with modern homes

Learn what your house looked like in a previous life to make updates that fit — or just for fun

Sun-blocking screens help you stay cool, play with light and create a stunning modern exterior

New cedar siding and a smaller porch give a traditional Maine home a modern sensibility

The rich patina is just the beginning — copper for home exteriors is strong, shapable and highly recyclable

Brick's new role as skin versus structure offers plenty of style options for traditional exteriors

Keep those historic architectural details — a few gallons of paint may be all you need to give a traditional facade a stylish new twist

Get the scoop on materials, installation, plantings and more to bring the charming look of window boxes to your home

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