Happy Friday, y’all :-)
After finishing the Color Lovers room makeovers and writing the post earlier this week, I needed to take a little time off. I will tell you all about it next week.
Did you take the 10 blog Color Lovers tour? If you haven’t and would like to, here is the link: Color Lovers Room Reveal
While I am enjoying taking some time off, I came upon this photo of a lake house. I have been collecting inspiration photos of house exteriors to come up with a color scheme for my house that I want to eventually paint. Maybe not this year, but in the near future. This one is my favorite.
Right now, my house doesn’t have any white trim and I think that is what I miss. I like white trim on a house. It makes the architectural features, pop! The siding, gutters, and the trim on my house are all painted the same color.
The colors fit well in the lakeside setting, but I want to add more interest. I am thinking of adding shutters to the upper doors. Probably in the same color as the railing. I may start making these soon.
This exterior color scheme of this house is very similar to mine. The cedar shakes add an old and rustic appeal. I love the metal roof. Funny thing, this house is in South Carolina, too.
I found many other photos, but liked these two the best so far. I will keep searching since I am in no rush to take on the job, but it is fun to plan and think ahead.
I also…
…finished reading, Paris Letters
I really enjoyed it and just started the author’s new book. A Year in Paris.
It is a different kind of read from the first, but as I read, I learned more and more about the City of Light that I never knew.
If you find you like her art as much as I do, you can see it here, It’s affordable!
It is summer. Do you have a bucket list of travel destinations? I do, I look forward to going, here someday. Have you been?
Have you watched Jackie, A Tale of Two Sisters on Netflix? I enjoyed it and no binge watching required as it is only 44 minutes long. If you like all-things Jackie O, you will enjoy.
Could you Do This? I think maybe by myself I could, but not sure about doing it with children?
Do you get enough of this? I have been feeling Number 14 on this list a lot lately.
Do you have any plans this weekend? Doing anything for the 4th? Whatever you do, I hope you have a wonderful time doing it.
Happy Weekend!
Tiffany says
I like the idea of white trim. My suggestion would be to look for houses that have a brick color that is similar to what you have, unless you are willing to paint your brick. I think the second picture shows how different a paint can look when paired with different brick. The darker brick really grounds the green better. Love your idea of adding shutters, though!
Diane Henkler says
Hi Tiffany – I know we won’t ever paint the brick. I may just end up painting the wood siding a tan color. Many of my neighbors homes are tan with white trim, brick and or stone. My house would surely fit right in if I did this. It is not a project I plan to take on this summer, but eventually will. Thanks for your suggestions.
Gail Vernali says
I personally love the white trim idea! Do you have any trade schools in your area, that may be able to use your house for student’s to train on? It’s usually at a much lower cost, but can take much longer than professionals to complete the project.
Diane Henkler says
Hi Gail – I am going to put a call to the tech school on my to-do list. Thanks for the EXCELLENT idea.
Vicky says
I’ve been looking at navy as well. My neighbors think I’m bonkers but…..oh well!
Diane Henkler says
Hi Vicky – I wouldn’t care what the neighbors think! :-) Navy is such a classic color, your home will look updated and classic.
Donnamae says
White trim would really make the features on your home stand out. And you are tackling making shutters? You certainly are ambitious. But, it will look fantastic….I do love the colors on your home though. Happy 4th! ;)
Diane Henkler says
Hi Donnamae – I won’t be making complex shutters, only basic ones using fencing. Very easy to make and stain.
Ann says
Your house will look wonderful with white trim. Your decks are already great.
Christy says
I love the navy house – think that color scheme would look great on your house!
Diane Henkler says
Hi Christy – I wish I could have it painted soon, but it will have to wait or I need to win the lottery. :-)