15. Coastal Shingle & Board-and-Batten
What This Idea Means
Inspired by relaxed seaside retreats, this facade style combines charming cedar shingles with crisp board-and-batten siding for a breezy, timeless aesthetic.
How to Make It
Clad the upper facade in weathered gray cedar shingles and the lower walls in clean white board-and-batten siding. Paint the front door a cheerful contrasting color such as deep navy blue or sunny yellow. Install white-trimmed double-hung windows.
Tips and Variations
- Add a wide wraparound front porch with simple white wooden railings.
- Hang a nautical brass bulkhead light beside the front entrance.
- Landscape with coastal dune grass, hydrangeas, and white picket fencing.