I would do black windows leave the white siding, a fab front door and then go to work on the landscaping. The peppercron is okay too so either I guess but the landscaping is where you will get the best curb appeal

Before reading Patricia's response, my 1st thought was to leave the light exterior as is and paint windows black. I think dark roof and dark walls would be to much darkness for me but the darker color would work if that is what you prefer. I like the look you have now but the black windows would give it a just a little richer look and with the right door you will have taken it up a couple of notches. I also agree that the landscaping needs a little punch too. Hope you will share pictures as you make the changes. Good luck.

Cool house. Love the peppercorn mockup, but black trim on the white siding would also be great. With the peppercorn, the middle roof section blends into the house more, which could be a pro or con depending on your preference.

The front door has great potential. New railings for the porch might be another way to change the look a bit.

You might also explore changing that skylight into a small shed dormer, although it would be $$.

On the landscaping, nice to see that the shrubs aren't overcrowded or all planted in a straight line. Maybe just a few vertical elements needed. Also good that the walkway has a bit of curve to it.

Is the house really white?...perhaps the trim in a color like the roof would be softer and more tonal feel..with a dusty pastel door..maybe aqua?

The spot between the two tiny windows would be a great spot for a Japanese maple...one that can be pruned into a graceful silhouette...since the house is boxy and square ...all the landscaping should be more free form..fluffy...

The front porch is perfect for a couple big colorful pots on each side of the door...

You can go white as well.

Only when I increased the size of the photo did I notice that the decorative siding panels.

I would have the roof caps extended across the ridge or paint this to match the roof.

As others have stated - landscape could do wonders.

Also thinking that the decorative panels might add interest if they and the window frames, door frame were painted a brighter white or a different color.

I don't have time right now to play . . .

Agree with keeping the color of the house as is and darken the windows to compliment the darker roof. I think color is the key. A striking front door and colorful landscaping will do the trick. How about a couple of flowering trees?

Thanks everyone for the input. The siding is not pure white, it’s a dull grey and it hasn’t been painted in a while ( probably 5 to 10 years now) We bought it recently and is trying to change a few things .Keeping it as is with black trim and windows is a great option, easy on the wallet too, and definitely the one my husband would prefer. But I was hoping for a 180 move and modernize the look a bit with a dark color and white trims and windows. So torn between both now . Landscaping yes, there is work to be done also

SW Peppercorn

SW In The Navy

SW Creamy

SW Web Grey

It looks perfect as is.

Maybe some urns to flank the porch, as previously mention.

You can also embellish the landscaping. Taller planting behind the shorter.

Maybe a small tree on one of the corners?

This is the actual color, it’s a dull dirty cream, even after getting it power washed.

You have an interesting house! But it definitely needs curb appeal. And more than a change of colour. I like the vertical siding but the diagonal siding is dated. I would replace the diagonal siding with vertical siding pieced in to match. I like the idea of black framed windows as mentioned by others. I also like the cream colour of paint as shown by Melissa R. I find the bubble skylight looks under scale for the space it’s in. If possible increase the size and choose a skylight that has straight lines and looks more architectural. I find the bit of roof that kind of overhangs the skylight at the very top is very distracting and serves no purpose. I would cut it back

Sorry, I hit post by mistake. I would get rid of that bit of weird roof. Your glass front doors kind of look like something you would find on a store, they have a commercial look. I would replace with something sleek and contemporary and maybe in a wood finish. And finally, add some really great landscaping. Your home could look stunning! Has plenty of potential!!

I'm in the darker color house camp. I'm so tired of seeing white, tan, and flesh colored houses...they are EVERYWHERE!

Melissa, Love what you’ve done with the mockups. Thank you ! I couldn’t figure out how to do that without making it look like a 4 year old’s artwork. Can you also please add a white trim to the roof and where the gutters are, whenever you get a chance ? Thanks everyone for the input. Brown Dog, The white commercial looking door is the storm door, there is a decent black door behind it. 😁 Will get the storm doors removed. Also will look into getting the skylight replaced with something nice. And landscaping also needs an overhaul I agree.

I'm in the lighter color camp. The darker color almost seems to make the house more dated. I would advise you to embrace the style and repaint the siding. I would keep the diagonal siding in place. A lot can be done with landscaping that will enhance the house.

I did my best but it's hard to see where the gutters are

Thanks so much for coming back with an “after” photo. It looks great!!! I know this is some months out, but I was searching for Peppercorn as that’s what is on our house we recently purchased. Our front door and gable ends are currently painted SW Sommelier, but I think I might try something like Crabby Apple when we repaint. Anyways, just wondered if you’d like a red door . . .