Color is such a fundamental element of a home; yet it never ceases to amaze me how many mistakes I see around town. For example: do you like blue? Blue is the most popular color in the States, however whenever I have a client who says "Blue is my favorite color--I would like the exterior of my house to be blue" I shudder. Blue is one of the most perilous colors to use on an exterior. It can so easily turn to 'gray' or to 'country'. If it is too dark it can weigh down a house. If it is too light it looks trendy, and can date very quickly. It competes with sky--which always wins! It is better to complement your surroundings--neighborhood and environment. Don't be tempted to make a color preference statement with your house. Blue may be the most favorite color--but it is definitely not everyone's and a blue house may inhibit resale. Sure, blue may be your favorite color--it's mine--but dress yourself in it, not your house.
I will be talking about some different exterior colors over the next few days--feel free to tell me what you think and if you have any questions. . .
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