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Exterior Paint Colors New exterior paint colors bring these houses to life. See Before & After photos of houses with contemporary and historic color combinations. These photos are projects with paint color changes only. Click here to view our exterior project portfolio Old House Restoration Services Improve Curb Appeal See Before and After photos of [...]

Craftsman Makeover

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Craftsman house before makeover. This Craftsman makeover corrected what was remuddled during the 1950’s – 60’s.  The previous renovation resulted in the loss of the homes character defining features. The siding and windows used were popular during that period and designed for architecture of that period – NOT Craftsman style of the 1920’s. The homeowner [...]

Bungalow Porch Design

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While this house is mostly original, the Bungalow porch design shown here has been badly altered over the years.  As you can see a full restoration is needed here. Bungalow in need of restoration and period Bungalow porch design. This little Bungalow in Oklahoma was lucky to have owners who could understand and appreciate the [...]

Old House Renovation with YOUR Input

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An Old House Renovation gives this Ugly Duckling House a 2nd Chance. Most old house makeovers are done badly and actually make the house worse giving it bad curb appeal as you can see. This house at 59 Broadway, Freehold, NJ is a victim of Bad Home Improvements and in desperate need of help. Let’s [...]