Black is obviously my favorite combo with cedar and that’s why we’re here. I absolutely love the look of a black house with cedar accents. There’s something so striking about that combo that just makes me stop and stare. The contrast between deep black exteriors and warm cedar elements creates this rich, bold look that’s both modern and timeless at the same time. Black houses are in popularity now, and adding cedar accents is like the perfect touch of elegance. Cedar is such a smart choice for accenting a black house. It naturally resists decay and insects, which is practical for exterior elements. Plus, cedar ages beautifully into this silvery tone if you leave it untreated, or you can seal it to maintain that warm honey color. I’ve pulled together 25 ideas of black house with cedar accents that’ll guide you to nail this contrast in every architectural style. What…

Light grey house with black trim is like the contrast that is right and it’s not too loud, not too quiet. This has to be my favourite combination of all time. The best thing about light grey is it doesn’t wash out in bright sunlight like other colors. And it definitely doesn’t give you that cold, boring feeling that happens with other neutral shades. And with the addition of black trim it creates magic because the black outlines all architectural details that might get lost otherwise. Your window frames pop, your door becomes a statement and your roof lines look intentional. I’ve seen this color combo work on everything from cottages to modern homes. Victorian houses look AMAZING with this combination, so do mid-century ranches. And don’t even get me started on how good farm houses look in this combo. In this post, I’m sharing the best 25 ideas for…

Dark grey house with black trim, there’s something about this contrast which SCREAMS sophisticated. I’ve noticed this color combo making a major comeback lately. Designers are falling in love with it all over again, and homeowners are finally getting brave enough to ditch the neutral colors. The thing I love about this contrast is black trim isn’t pretty but it highlights all the architectural details. The window frames, the roofline and the corners of your porch, Black trim makes all of it pop. And the best part of this color contrast is that it works on ANY architectural style of house like Victorian, modern, farmhouse and contemporary. So I’m gonna walk you through 24 amazing ideas for a dark grey house with black trim that’ll make your neighbors stare at your house for too long. Let’s do this and find what’s the best for your house. Is dark grey a…

Remember when everyone was painting their houses with grays and blues. Well guess who made the comeback, the classic white house with black roof. I first noticed this trend creeping back into neighborhoods last year when a client asked me to update their 1960s colonial. They wanted timeless but with modern appeal. We went with white siding and a black roof. White houses with black roofs have this charm, they just look clean and sophisticated. The contrast creates instant visual appeal that works with every architectural style. What makes this pairing so versatile is how it creates a perfect backdrop for literally anything like landscaping, natural wood elements and a bold front door. In this post, I’m going to share 25 ways to make your white house with black roof stand out. We’ll explore everything from trim options to accent features that will give your home a personality it wanted. …

Forest green house with black trim are having a MAJOR moment right now. There’s something so classic yet bold about pairing that rich, earthy forest green with black accents. It’s like a house that never goes out of style. I love how this color combo works on every architectural style, Victorian, modern, farmhouse, mid-century ranch like on every style. The trick is finding that just-right shade of forest green as too dark and your house might look gloomy on cloudy days and too light can lose the dramatic contrast with the black trim. In this post, I’m sharing my favorite 20 ideas for the forest green house with black trim. We’ll explore color pairings that complement this duo. Ready for some serious curb appeal inspiration then Let’s do this and find the perfect combination for your house. What color goes best with forest green? Forest green is actually versatile.I always…

I’m kinda obsessed with grey and black house lately. There’s something about that contrast that screams without trying too hard. Grey and black is like the perfect color for the home exteriors that never goes out of style. I love how these colors play off each other. The grey softens things up while the black adds that punch of drama. What I really like is how this combo works with ANY style of home, Victorian, modern, farmhouse, urban townhouse. I put together this guide because I was getting so many questions from readers about exterior color combos. And by the time you’re done reading, you’ll have way too many ideas for your own home. In these 27 ideas for grey and black house, you’ll find what you need for your house exterior and get the best detailing. What color compliments black and grey? Okay so with grey and black they’re…