I think a smaller window in that giant space would look funny. I think that you could put in a normal size window or perhaps a three panel window or a door/ window or a stained glass window or something else that seems like a deliberate design choice. What's on the other side of that space?

I would repaint the wood, if I couldn't remove and replace it. The latter might cost too much to do now, but is there a reason you don't want to paint it?

I agree, there is way too much brown. I am thinking about the following: 1. Have flat areas (gables) pitched to same as rest of roof 2. Repair and paint soffit, fascia, stucco trim boards and gutters a soft white. 3. Replace Windows with white vinyl. 4. Paint Stucco a smoky taupe color. 5. Redo the front porch roof to be pitched the same as the second story. I am working on a design and will post it soon to get opinions. Like Save

along with paint, I'd consider updated the porch posts, and redoing the flower beds. (those shrubs are just scraggly) I gave you a darker blue color for the siding like this one. looks nice w/the brick. Also brought in straight porch columns. and, if you brought in cedar posts, and tried these color combos: (the shrubs still need to go. I'd do these posts and remove the white railing. or you could do a black metal railing. (any chance of doing a metal roof on the porch portion?) and if you've ever considered painting the brick (Romabio is the best product) ignore the shutters on these examples Before and after: