For a bold, warm exterior, look no further than this deep terracotta tone. In this example, the addition of the bright gingerbread adds a traditional warmth that also accents the Victorian detailing.

For an airy coastal vibe, opt for a light blue metal roof and natural wood accents with your creamy white exterior. To achieve a more stately, traditional seaside look, choose a dark blue shingled ...

Other exterior elements of the house include a back, elevated patio and an outdoor shower — a beach home staple. The McIntires use the 3,000 square feet below the home for storage and garage space.

When Cynthia and Carl Curry first laid eyes on Redbird Manor, a nearly 100-year-old lakefront property in Door County, Wisconsin, they encountered drafty windows, rotting wood, and a collapsing ...