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Both photo galleries contain examples of some color projects handled by Donovan Design, LLC. Please note that many of the projects are displayed with both Before and After photos.

New House Colors - Brick & Stucco
The owners were rather unhappy about the color of their home's exterior brick. The new exterior paint colors complement both brick and mortar while giving the house a totally new overall appearance.

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BEFORE - light color on stucco & trim was out of style and didn't flatter the brick or roof

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AFTER - new paint colors bring it all together with added elegance

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BEFORE - light colored garage doors seem utilitarian plus light colored downspout sticks out

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AFTER - new flattering colors add warmth; new downspout color helps it disappear from view

"Before we had our house painted, I did not like the exterior look at all.  The colors Mary selected complemented the color of the brick rather than making it stand out.  Now I love the outside of our house." - Beth K., homeowner

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BEFORE - worn deck stain doesn't blend well with house brick

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AFTER - new stain is more compatible with brick color

Interior Client Testimonial

"The interior paint color choices Mary made for our house were excellent as well. The paint colors highlighted the architectural features (fireplace,cabinets and windows) of our home beautifully. The twenty foot high ceilings in our home's foyer and living room had made it feel like an amphitheater.  The colors Mary chose turned these rooms into comfortable places to entertain." - Beth K., homeowner 

 
 
Exterior / Landscape Projects in Stone
 
Project 1 is in the backyard of a red brick home that has gray flagstone on both the front stoop and the back porch.

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AFTER - gray color of pond's stonework blends with walkways & porch floor

 
 
Project 2 is done in the side yard of a siding & stacked stone house.

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AFTER - golden beige of flagstone pathway with violet colored plants complement soft yellow siding

 
Project 3 is done in the backyard of that same siding and stacked stone house.

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After - same beige flagstone with sunken pond on sunny patio


New Construction Kitchen

 

With designer help, this kitchen received upgraded cabinets, tile backsplash, better appliances, wood flooring and Silestone countertops during construction. After construction all of the builder's lighting was replaced as well as the cabinet hardware.

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AFTER - designer selected builder upgrades plus finishing touches

 

 

Outbuildings

 

Using the same colors, but in different places, can help unite any outbuildings with their main houses. 

 

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BEFORE - potting shed looks ordinary

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AFTER - shed now has a customized look and blends with environment

 
 
Exterior Paint Colors - Stucco & Stacked Stone Home

 

This family, thinking of moving, wanted a real estate staging consultation, both indoors and out. Color changes were needed plus the foundation plantings were too dense and overgrown.
 
The exterior Before picture shows the older yellow stucco with white trim combination that was out of date. The foundation plantings were creating a cluttered appearance.
 
The new color scheme is up-to-date yet conservative in nature so it appeals to a large homebuying audience.

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BEFORE - outdated colors on stucco and stone home

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AFTER - warmer colors on stucco home flatter the stonework and roof even in winter

"On two earlier occasions my wife and I picked out the colors when we repainted our house.  We never had anyone notice that we had repainted nor complement our choices.  With Mary's help, the third time was the charm.  She put together multiple choices for us.  We actually picked her favorite which used four different colors and it looks fantastic.  We can't even begin to count the compliments we've received.  Two-three hours of her time can make all the difference in the world.  She's good!"

- Wayne Light, homeowner

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BEFORE - bland color scheme doesn't flatter door
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AFTER - now garage door has interest

Click here to view Photo Gallery II on this site.

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