Wood, stone, metal, fiber cement siding protect exteriors while adding significant architectural appeal

A tranquil home with a copper exterior lets in ocean air, sunlight and greenery on a challenging site

Whether they use steel panels, a copper skin or corrugated cladding, these metal home exteriors gleam with ingenuity

Clad your chimney in metal, concrete or masonry for a dynamic architectural element and a most contemporary design

An award-winning New Zealand vacation home keeps a low profile in its secluded coastal locale

Using stacked stone for walls, fireplaces and more requires a patient approach to placement

The right gate, walkway, garden furniture and, of course, plantings can help make the connection

Age-old yet with a thoroughly modern take, stone inspires exterior color palettes for home styles from traditional to contemporary

Forget one-note home exteriors. A facade that combines stone and shingle gives houses depth, character and curb appeal

Wait, did we say 'massive'? Scratch that. With paper-thin veneers and wide color variety, stone has left the bulk of the past behind