James Hardie Blog

We spoke with designers and builders for their predictions on where they feel color trends are headed and what color palettes have been most popular.

Read More...

Colonial style homes have influences as diverse as America’s first settlers. These houses have common attributes that are still popular today, even as homeowners add creative touches to the traditional style.

Read More...

Here's what you can generally expect from the re-side process, including ways to prepare, questions to ask throughout the process, and plenty of other helpful information.

Read More...

For decades, the Ranch style house was the most popular home design in North America. This uncomplicated style has seen a resurgence in recent years, and its return is marked by interesting twists on a classic design.

Read More...

The beauty, simplicity, and comfort of the farmhouse style grew out of the basic needs of a different generation of homeowners with a focus on functional elements. Now, the no-frills look of a modern farmhouse exterior is at the height of popularity.
 

Read More...

To help guide your house siding ideas for your current residence or new dream home, here’s what you need to know about the three most essential siding styles.

Read More...

The Craftsman home has been delivering head-turning designs since the late 19th century. This traditional style has maintained popularity in part because of the flexibility it provides, lending itself to design choices that make each home unique.

Read More...

Mixing siding styles and exterior materials gives you the opportunity to experiment with different textures and a wide variety of color palettes to help your home be the envy of the neighborhood.

Read More...

The world of architecture and exterior design can throw an awful lot of unfamiliar vocabulary your way. Get to know your fascia from your friezes with this helpful beginner's guide.

Read More...

This exterior home remodel delivers a tasteful visual palette by limiting the use of materials on the front of the home, while strategically mixing materials elsewhere. Learn more about the design decisions.

Read More...