Birdie Pearl: exterior design

Wednesday, March 9, 2011

Reno Memos - Copper Dormers

We finally have our plans finished for the renovation and we are seeking out the perfect contractor. I sort of feel like I'm looking for a husband with my husband. Is that weird? The qualities that one would want in a mate are the ones that one would want in a contractor: honesty, loyalty, hard-working. Ok, my list for my "potential husband" was a bit longer (and Mr. Pearl met every one!) but you get my point. It is hard to choose someone to work with you on something as intimate as your home. I'll let you know who passes the test.

The exciting part is that I now have a drawing of the vision that I had in my mind all along. Mr. Pearl, bless his heart, was totally following me blindly, as he could not see what I saw in the house. He wasn't sure until he saw the drawings. He is on-board now and ready to go. Yeah! I am looking forward to the entire project, but the exterior is really close to my heart, as this old girl (the house, not me) is ready to start her transformation into a French beauty. The plans call for "louvered copper dormers" and I have been researching them. How gorgeous are these?

I am loving them all and can't wait to see one in a spot of honor on the house. What do you think?

Krissy

photos via: chrisind.com and copper-inc.com

Monday, November 1, 2010

Curb Appeal

I love HGTV and I know that I am not alone. One of my favorite shows is Curb Appeal. We are taught to never judge a book by it's cover, but houses are a different story. One just feels better walking into a house that looks nice and on our street, there are bragging rights involved! Yes, there is nothing like the sense of pride that comes from a new brick mail box, a water feature, exterior lighting or even a new tree. (I take great pride in Mr. Miyagi, my beautiful Japanese maple.) Let's not mention what new shutters, a front door or paint can do! I have been pondering different exterior looks lately for an upcoming project. I thought I would share them with you. What style do you like? "Home" means something different to everyone. A cute Craftsman bungalow, a stately Georgian Revival, a charming Tudor, an inviting Mediterranean, a cool Mid-Century Modern, a practical Ranch, a fabulous French, a Mc Mansion (there is something for everyone)... What is your style?

Craftsman