Yellow colonial house exterior

A fireplace, several stories high, brick and family-oriented scenes inside, there's something so special and welcoming about these kinds of houses.

This is the ultimate article and photo gallery on colonial houses in the United States. We explain what is a colonial style house (a term used frequently), set out the 8 types of colonial houses (with photo examples) and then provide an extensive photo gallery showcasing many examples of colonial houses (historical and new).

HGTV Magazine tried different color combinations on four common house styles: Colonial, Craftsman, Ranch and Modern. See our favorite no-fail paint palettes to upgrade your curb appeal.

Consumer Reports highlights the hottest exterior paint colors of 2018 from major paint manufacturers that scored well in CR's extensive tests.

Center Chimney Colonials are just one of 23 regional icons featured in this book. By Danielle Ossher Ever since DNE launched in 2006, contributing editor Bruce Irving has been our resident authority on New England roots — the iconic that make this region so unique and beloved. Bruce teamed up with photographer Greg Premru (whose […]

Whether or not you consider yourself to be a winter person, there’s something to be said about the beauty of a snow-covered exterior—especially when you can enjoy it from the warmth of your home. While these cottages can definitely hold their own, their curb appeal becomes all the more enchanting when adorned with a blanket of freshly fallen snow. Grab a warm beverage, nestle by the cozy fire, and take a look at our favorite charming cottages that showcase winter’s wonder.

Want a fresh new look for the outside of your home? Get inspired by these eye-catching house paint exterior colors from HGTV.

Explore the home tour of a builder-grade 1980s colonial that has had a complete DIY makeover and renovation to reflect character and charm.

While yellow may not be the first color that people consider for their home’s exterior, it is in fact a warm and cheery hue that goes very well with many other color schemes. When you have a yellow house, there are tons of accent color palettes to pair with it.