We peeked at a bunch of pretty white house exteriors HERE, and today promises more beautiful facades and white home exteriors to brighten the landscape. What an eclectic mix of lovely white homes to find here! No time to read this now? Pin it for later!
Eclectic Gallery of WHITE HOUSE EXTERIORS
Maybe you have a preference for white exteriors. Perhaps you’re seeking outdoor lighting ideas. Or maybe you’re exploring exterior paint colors. I have learned that there are a variety of opinions about white as a color for a home’s exterior.
White as an Exterior House Color
Some people feel it is a horrible choice because it reflects a lack of imagination. Others believe it conveys a “soul-less-ness.”
Goodness gracious, it is amazing how passionate some voices on the internet are about the topic.
As if a homeowner should be concerned with how the color story of their home makes humans other than themselves feel.
What Factors Contribute to Your Exterior’s Color Choice?
I understand choosing a tasteful combination to protect resale value and gently fit into the neighborhood.
But do we choose a car color based on the preferences of others or our own?
Should it be a community decision if you don’t live with a HOA?
Are you loving the garden inspiration that accompanies all these white painted beauties? (Apparently I can’t get enough boxwood beauty in my life!)
White House Exteriors & Pale Color Stories
What about those dirtier whites or shades of greige and limestone? They can be suggestive of age and offer a bit more warmth, oui?
I’m ready to check into the French beauty (above) or at least be seated for a meal of anything at all.
Is this a pigeonnier? Oh to have one for the ultimate storybook she-shed!
While we know Le Mas des Poiriers does not have a white exterior – I love the photos where the sunlight has washed it out and it glows pale:
If you have yet to peek inside Jamie Beck’s bestseller on the mood board below, peek HERE.
What a garden!
Inspiring Classic & Traditional Style Exteriors
Have you chosen a favorite or two from this parade yet?
Because it truly is a challenge with such a diverse mix!
Grand or tiny, some of these small homes would fit within the living room of the mansions!
What’s your ideal size home?
Some days I think I could live in a 400 square foot apartment that has all of my favorite finishes and pretty views outside.
Maybe a small-ish house on a spacious lot?
I have been doing a lot of thinking about the housing shortage in our country and all of the extra room so many of us have.
I’m sure you are also doing such soul searching.
I am beginning to let go of the idea that I need a certain size or type of home.
I’m trying to allow reality to be reality and want my decisions to reflect my values right now rather than past illusions.
Pretty White Houses With Blues & Greens
What is it about those pale blue-gray shutters and a white facade (above) that pulls at my heartstrings?
Does a particular combination or color palette charm you?
So many homes with coastal style architecture are white.
And you can’t beat it for refreshing dark brick which can feel downright delicious when it is iced like a cake.
White has such a soft, vulnerable, contemplative quality. But which white is right for you?
Benjamin Moore WHITE DOVE
SAMPLE IT HERE. Here are a few more beauties where the white paint color was shared…
Benjamin Moore White Dove is one of those highly reliable, trusted and stunning designer favorites.
Is CHINA WHITE the Right White?
The same may also be said of China White! SAMPLE IT HERE.
I love how we can see China White’s contrast here with beautiful stone.
Sherwin-Williams EIDER WHITE
Have you sampled this one yet?
I’m smitten with SW Eider White and it is the color of our kitchen. Those pinky-purple undertones are going to come through depending on your particular light or exposure, so it’s smart to SAMPLE, SAMPLE, SAMPLE!
What I appreciate about those pinky undertones? The complexity, softness, and flattering quality it can bring to complexions.
Need a Bright White Such as CHANTILLY LACE?
When you’re after a bright white, Chantilly Lace is a smart contender to sample.
Brighter and cooler than White Dove, you’ll really be able to see the differences in the two colors when you sample them side by side.
Benjamin Moore White OC-151
This is a favorite cool off-white I used throughout our former fixer.
And it plays a starring role within Lisa Furey’s famous coastal property as well as on the exterior of the three structures. See more of it HERE.
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Peace to you right where you are.
-michele
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