James Hardie Siding Completely Changed The Look
And Feel Of This Northeast Portland, OR Home

We Took This Home From Plain To Polished!

Before the update, this Northeast Portland, OR home felt overly simple in all the wrong ways. The vertical siding and matching light garage doors made everything blend together, leaving the home without much depth or visual interest. It had good bones – but nothing was really defining the space or giving it presence.

So instead of overcomplicating things, we focused on smart, high-impact upgrades. The exterior was reworked using James Hardie 9-inch Artisan shiplap siding, bringing in a smoother, more refined texture that immediately elevates the look.

Clean Tamlyn corners and James Hardie smooth trim helped sharpen the lines, while Sherwin-Williams SuperPaint delivered a fresh, cohesive finish. Then came the contrast play – dark garage doors that ground the home and give the entire exterior a more intentional, modern feel.

Now, the difference is in the details – and it shows. The home feels cleaner, more structured, and far more put-together without losing its original charm. It’s not a loud transformation, but it’s a smart one – the kind that quietly makes everything look better the moment you see it.