I TOTALLY agree that you have to sample some colors on site Paint large cardboard sections that you can move around to different sides and times of day only problem with that is that exterior paint itself probably don't come in sample sizes like interiors-- and in some cases there could be difference between an interior paint's final appearance and an exterior paint's just remember to use the same sheen factor--cause with exterior paint you will likely need some sheen--not just a flat paint... IF you have a PC vs Mac product BM has app that lets you import a photo (of your house/room) and then paint it with color choices I can't use it because I am on an IPad most of the time and IPads/Apple products don't do Flash (thank you so MUCH Steve Jobs)... there are couple of other paint companies that do the same thing results might not be as great as photoshopped example by paint designer but gives you idea... also check out This Old House and HGTV there are home makeovers and examples of different styles of homes with various color choices...

she is having the exposed foundation covereed in stone Probably already knows not to do anything with paint color until the stone is done. After the stone is up, she might have a dozen new color directions to chase. :D Exterior isn't like interior. Interior you do not have to have every last stitch in place to fit a room with color. As long as the basics, permanent elements are in place you can work color. Exterior isn't near as malleable because Mr. Sunshine is so darn intense and direct outside. Get the foundation covered in stone and then take another look. I'm thinking, with the stone in place, she should consider going light and neutral on the body or commit big and go with a dark, punchy color scheme with some drama. Safe midtones could add up to just a mediore color outcome for that house. A really cute house, btw.

Eagle painting. i.am in Michigan. what is your painting advise for colors???

If you must paint the brick, I’d recommend a matte or satin white. You could experiment with warmer or cooler whites, but probably warmer white would be best with the terra cotta roof. you could then do a wood look paint for the garage to match a new front door. Would give it more of a spanish modern feel.