There are two distinct views about painting a brick house. One view is a newly painted brick house looks fresh, trendy and new. There is anecdotal evidence that well-done, painted brick houses, ...

Q. We recently purchased an older home with brick on the front that’s been painted white. The siding is white also, so it looks somewhat boring. I would like to “age” or “distress” the brick, but I ...

While a red brick exterior adds a classic and timeless look to a home, and red brick interior walls or fireplaces can bring a rustic look to a home’s interior, it’s not a look that appeals to everyone ...

While many people appreciate the look of exposed red brick, others are inclined to paint brick to ensure that the material better complements the rest of a given space. “I think having brick in its ...

Sometimes, even despite attentive maintenance and care, brick masonry fireplaces amass a fair amount soot, mildew, and efflorescence that cumulatively dates a modern home. While a teardown of this ...

It's always a challenge working with brick walls and features installed at different times, especially when they are adjacent to each other. Older brickwork tends to look its age, with faded color and ...

Neighborhood: Ladue Architect: Richard Cummings Landscape Architect: Harriet Bakewell, Moynihan & Associates Significant Stats: Four bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms Whatever you do, don’t say it’s pink. Use ...