Traditional brick homes were often paired with white (in both trim and siding), but brick experts now suggest pairing such trims against dark gray and black accents for a sense of contrast.

Black Brick + Gray Siding. ... Red Brick + White Trim. ... Freshen up the look of a brick ranch house by painting brick in a medium shade of gray to complement gray roof tiles.

At the root, colonial-style homes go all the way back to the European architectural styles that were brought over to America by the settlers starting in the 17th century.

“Stately” is a valid adjective to describe this 134-year-old Colonial with white siding, black shutters, corbels, lintels, and a farmer’s porch. A red-brick sidewalk sweeps past a post light ...

Built in 1912, this classic two-story colonial has all the curb appeal you’d expect: white wood siding, black shutters and a bold red door under a welcoming portico.

“Stately” is a valid adjective to describe this 134-year-old Colonial with white siding, black shutters, corbels, lintels, and a farmer’s porch. A red-brick sidewalk sweeps past a post light ...