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When you're designing a new construction home, one of the decisions you'll make is how to finish the exterior. Because there are so many beautiful color palettes and material options, it can be challenging to narrow down your final decision. Thankfully, there are some guidelines you can follow to find the best match for your home and personal style.
In this guide, we'll take you through how to choose exterior home colors so you're happy with the final result. These tips will help you create a finished look that stays in style for years. If you work with Keystone Custom Homes, you will be paired with a Designer who can offer guidance and insight for your home's exterior.
Before you start looking at colors, it's important to assess the right materials for your home's exterior design. Not every material comes in every color, so choosing materials first will keep you from being disappointed later. The right materials for your exterior home design depend on several factors:
Some home styles tend to be regional because certain materials work well in certain climates. If you live in an area that sees a lot of snow or rain, metal roofs are a good option because they're durable. Your location can determine the most practical materials for your home's exterior.
Once you've assessed your options, you can start thinking about colors. If you already have a strong preference for colors you love or don't love, use that to plan the rest of your color palette and finishes.
If you're not sure where to start, identifying home exteriors you really love can help you find inspiration. Use Keystone Custom Home's exterior visualizer to personalize one of our home plans, browse our detailed Photo Gallery, or explore our Model Homes page to better envision different exteriors.
These questions can help you identify what you most love about a home's exterior design:
While some homes are finished with neutrals that blend into the natural setting, others pair high-contrast colors for an exterior that stands out. For example, many modern farmhouse homes combine black and white features. If a home has a stone or brick design, the exterior paint colors are often chosen to complement those natural hues.
Some exterior home styles work well with certain color combinations. If you know your home's architectural style, that can help you navigate through home exterior paint ideas. Here are some popular styles and colors that work well together:
Although architecture can help you decide on certain colors or finishes, it doesn't have to dictate them. Many beautiful homes start with traditional hues and then add surprising finishes for a fun twist on what people expect in a home's exterior. Whatever paint colors and finishes you choose, what's important is that your home makes you happy every time you see it.
When pairing paint colors together, it's best not to mix warm tones and cool tones. For example, red paint with a yellow undertone will pair well with green, brown, and white paint that also has yellow undertones. While some colors have warm golden undertones, other colors have cool blue undertones.
In addition to undertones, you should consider how much contrast you'd like on your home's exterior. Architectural elements like trim, shutters, window frames, and doors can be painted a darker or lighter color so they stand out.
Lighting can change how colors appear, so it's a good idea to test your home's exterior colors at their future location before you commit to them. Once they're against the side of your home, you'll be able to see how their color and sheen will look from the outside.
When you work with Keystone Custom Homes, we pair you with one of our professional Designers. Drawing on their years of experience, your Designer will listen to your vision and guide you through every design decision regarding your new home.
If you already know what you want, your Designer can help you make that happen. For exterior and interior design decisions you're not sure about yet, they can help you choose what's right for you from a range of stunning options.
Working with a Designer is an investment in your future home's durability and aesthetic curb appeal. In addition to making the process easier for you, a Designer can help you choose quality materials that are right for your location. They know the industry inside and out and can offer you insight on the best options for your area and your home.
At Keystone Custom Homes, we walk alongside you to select, design, and build your dream home. We'll help you find the right homesite, choose a floorplan, customize the design, and complete construction. Before we walk away, we ensure you're satisfied with every detail and in love with your new home.
If you would like to learn more about partnering with us, request an appointment by calling 717-368-9831 today. We would love to hear from you! It's our privilege to help people build the home of their dreams, whether you already have a homesite, are looking for a place to build, or prefer a move-in-ready home in a beautiful location.
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