Designer and builder Kara Christensen wanted the home’s exterior to stand out from the white homes on the street. Blue was one of the homeowners’ favorite colors, so she painted sample shades on the house. “They absolutely loved the blues, especially with the brass lighting fixtures,” she says. “We removed the aluminum siding and vinyl shutters, as those are a big no-no for a historical home.” New custom-painted shutters with louvers from Shuttercraft and rocking chairs from Troutman Chairs are pretty as well as practical.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY NICK MCGINN STYLING BY KARA CHRISTENSEN