While most of us spend a significant time planning and doing interior overhauls, designers advise to pay attention first to the exterior of our homes. Curb appeal defines the first impression, the integration and the value of a house.
A long time ago, neutral colors were the only ones accepted as suitable for house exteriors. Nowadays, the community has gone beyond this concept and is open to bolder choices.
Let’s take a look at 25 Bold and Beautiful House Colors That Are Trending This Year
1. Burgundy
For a long time, neutral colors dominated exterior designs. Nowadays, we can see a trend towards richer colors that symbolize the homeowners’ character.
The burgundy color makes the outside of this home very warm and attractive. Window frames, pillars and the door must be painted white to balance the red hue.
2. Deep Blue
Deep blue seems to find a ranked place not only in the interior but also as an exterior color.
This hue is stylish, and sophisticated and evokes elegance and peace. It goes well with black and gray exterior accents but if you want to keep its serenity, pair it with white.
3. Burnt Orange
A brighter orange hue may not be the best choice for the exterior of a house. This burnt shade is perfect as it looks easy on the eyes and even calms them.
Pair it with white, gray and even black to give a sophisticated overall look of the house.
4. Purple
Purple is the color that can energize your home without being too overwhelming.
This color choice speaks for bold and romantic homeowners. Pair it with neutrals for a balanced and harmonious look and feel.
5. Flagstone
Flagstone gray is for those of you who want to get out of the typical exterior color palette and yet don’t go too far. It features a light blue tone which makes the difference with the ordinary gray color.
It pairs well with white or dark charcoal window frames and doors. If you combine these three, you will enjoy an appealing coordinated look.
6. Cold Violet
If your house features unique architecture, it is worth considering a bolder color for its exterior that will highlight it.
This cold purple shade covers the major parts of the house, leaving the details for crisp white and gold for the ornaments.
7. Blue And Purple Combo
This blue and purple color combination gives a gothic look to this old house. It is impressive with its architecture and the mix of textures of the building materials. Although non-traditional, this color combination is captivating.
The vibrant purple hue that spreads so much energy is balanced by the blue color which adds sophistication and depth.
8. Lilac And Amethyst Purple
Another exterior color that gets attention is the amethyst shade of purple. It is vibrant, energizing and at the same time very eye-pleasing.
The major parts are painted lilac while the detailing and the stairs are done with amethyst so that it is the first color you see.
9. Gray And Brown
Dark gray and brown is a universal combination that looks good on all architectures and is ideal for both country and suburban homes.
The natural brown brick texture enhances the curb appeal created by the elegant gray tone of the siding.
10. Cloud Gray
Cloud gray is a color fancied by the traditionalists. It is eye-catching and elegant without creating too much focus.
It’s neutral nature needs warmth, hence combining it often with brown hues.
11. Xanadu Color
Xanadu is a soft color that has a calming effect. It is a combination of green and gray which defines it as an earthy tone.
When applied to the exterior of a house, it evokes a peaceful vibe.
12. Navy Blue
Navy blue is a color that expresses character- strong, deep and energizing. This rich shade creates a lovely contrast with white pillars and detailing.
This color can give an unexpectedly fresh and contemporary look to old and weathered houses.
13. Honey
This shade of yellow is warm, happy and welcoming. A house painted in this color will enhance the brightness of the sunlight during the day and will throw light in the darkness at night.
This color turns a plain house into a “sunflower” among vague surroundings.
14. Lavender Gray
This color is very old, dated 1930. Due to its refined look and calming properties, it has started to become popular again, especially in exterior designs.
The violet undertones can be seen only at a certain sunlight angle. Nevertheless, the purple addition makes this color very soft and deep.
15. Charcoal
Another bold and beautiful house color is featured here, charcoal siding with crisp white detailing.
This trending exterior color transforms an ordinary or weathered house into a modern shelter.
16. Natural Green
Natural shades of green help blend the houses with the surrounding nature.
Rather than blend the detailing with the major exterior color, opt for a contrasting color that will pop out and distinguish the house.
17. Blue And Green Combo
@Fazzolari Custom Homes Renovations
Particular shades of blue and green go so well together that they instantly catch the eye. In this trending house exterior idea, the second floor of the house is painted indigo blue and the first – olive green.
The white detailing applied to the entire house unites these two colors.
18. Coral Orange
@Diane Field • Lavender House LLC
Sometimes a simple change such as replacing the neutral white color of the exterior with another one, can do a significant effect. White is a great color but it can make a big house look and feel too impersonal.
The coral shade of orange in this exterior idea has been applied on the siding leaving only the columns and the frames white. The house shines with its new color and sets a more inviting vibe.
19. Umber
Umber color is a brown shade that has become trendy in the house exterior recently. Its natural origin makes it great to pair both with neutrals and contrast colors.
If you are looking for a harmonious and balanced look, match umber with beige, cream or gray. Complementary tones like teal or navy will let the umber stand out and create visual interest.
20. Matte Black
Make a moody statement with matte black color of a house siding.
Contrary to the general perception that dark colors can make a house look gloomy, the black color gives a contemporary and elegant look to this home. Pair it with wood accents that will soften and warm up the black color.
21. Pacific Blue
One of the most trending exterior colors is Pacific blue.
This shade of blue matches any type of architecture giving it a fresh look. Pair it with crisp white details for enhanced curb appeal.
22. Cerulean Blue
@Omega Construction Design, Inc.
A color that is eye-catching and bold but at the same time soft and delicate- Cerulean blue. People who choose it for their houses’ exteriors are brave because they instantly turn their homes into a focal point of the neighbourhood.
White detailing balances the energy of the blue hue and enhances the coastal feel of the house.
23. Ochre
Ochre is a yellow shade that smoothes the vividness and brightness of the main color. Ochre is great for exteriors as it sets a warm tone and that is a wonderful first impression.
It can be paired with crisp and off-white, as well as muted green tones.
24. Orange And Blue Combo
If your house is close to the coast or you love the feelings coastal style brings, check out this exterior color combination.
Dark blue horizontal siding has been complemented by orange vertical siding. This combination, the layout of the siding parts and the location of the accent color create a memorable interest.
25. Forest Green
Forest green is an excellent exterior color choice. Whether the house is located in a forest area or the city, this color makes an elegant statement.
Houses painted with this green shade can blend easily with the natural greens of nature and with the gray colors of a city.
