Before
When Kathryn bought this Northwest Austin home, it was a cold, sad, white brick box.
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Photo: Redfin
After
Painting the brick gray and adding a pear green to the trim and siding gives this ranch style home a modern look. Natural wood accents add life to the front of the house.
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Photo: Zillow
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Photo: Redfin
A mid-century-inspired front door in turquoise makes the entry pop in an inviting way.
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Photo: Redfin
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Photo: Claire Barrett Patrick
So much more inviting, wouldn’t you agree?