Board and batten, black windows and crisp white walls: here is how to get the modern farmhouse look right.
The modern farmhouse has become the signature look of new homes in Middle Tennessee. Clean white or soft gray walls, vertical board and batten, black windows, gables, metal roof accents and generous porches give it a fresh, welcoming feel. It borrows from old barns and farm homes while staying crisp and updated.
The look depends on proportion and restraint. Board and batten usually covers main walls or gables, lap siding fills secondary areas and trim is clean and simple. Fiber cement is a favorite because it holds crisp lines and paint well, and engineered wood and vinyl can also work. We plan batten spacing, trim widths and color combinations so the house looks custom and balanced, whether you are building new or updating an existing home.
The signature look.
Vertical and lap.
White, gray and black.
Roofs and porches.
Clean and wide.
Proportion matters.
Fiber Cement SidingA tough, paintable siding that stands up to storms, sun and pests and gives your home the look…Explore 
Engineered Wood SidingWood grain warmth with better stability: treated, primed panels and planks installed with careful sealing and flashing.Explore 
Board and BattenThe vertical look that defines the modern farmhouse, installed with straight battens, tight seams and sealed edges.Explore 
Vertical SidingPanels and boards run top to bottom for a clean, modern line, with careful flashing at the base…Explore 
Metal SidingSteel and aluminum panels for homes, shops and commercial buildings: tough, fire resistant and clean-lined.Explore 
Accent Walls and GablesAdd contrast and character with shake, board and batten or stone on gables, entries, dormers and bump-outs.Explore 
Trim and Corner BoardsCrisp trim around windows, doors, corners and rooflines in rot-resistant materials that frame the house cleanly.Explore 
Exterior ShuttersBoard and batten, louvered and bahama shutters in durable materials, sized and mounted to look like they belong.Explore Take the quiz, check a problem or ballpark a budget.
Which Siding Is Right for My House? QuizAnswer five questions about cost, upkeep, style, storms and rules to see the siding materials that fit your home.Try it 
Siding Calculator: How Much Siding Do I Need?Enter your walls and gables, take out windows and doors and see the squares of siding, the pieces and the house wrap to order.Try it 
Siding Budget PlannerPick a project and a size and get a ballpark planning range.Try it Fiber cement board and batten is a favorite, with lap siding and metal accents for contrast.
White, soft gray and black are classic. Deep greens and warm neutrals also work.
Yes. New siding, trim, a bold front door and a few architectural details can change the look.
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Home situationHOA NeighborhoodsHomeowners associations have rules about siding, color and trim. Here is how to choose materials and finishes that…Learn more Call us and we will visit, measure every wall and give you a clear plan and a written scope for siding, repair or both.
