This Lakeville, Minnesota exterior remodeling project transformed a stucco home with James Hardie siding and new Marvin replacement windows. Craftsman’s Choice removed the existing stucco and installed Khaki Brown James Hardie lap siding with matching shingle accents and Arctic White trim. New Marvin windows completed the transformation, giving the home an updated exterior with products designed for long-term performance in Minnesota.
Project Specs
Location: Lakeville, Minnesota
- Project Type: Siding & Window Replacement
Home Style: Two-story home.
Problem: The home’s existing stucco exterior and windows were ready for replacement, giving the homeowners an opportunity to update both the performance and appearance of the exterior.
Solution: Complete stucco removal followed by James Hardie lap and shingle siding, James Hardie trim, and new Marvin replacement windows
Colors: James Hardie Khaki Brown siding with Arctic White trim
Accents: Khaki Brown shingle siding with Arctic White trim
Result: A complete exterior transformation that replaced the original stucco with James Hardie siding and incorporated new Marvin windows into the updated design.
Certifications: James Hardie Elite Preferred Contractor & Marvin Authorized Replacement Contractor
Project Overview
This Lakeville home underwent a major exterior transformation that included complete removal of the existing stucco, installation of James Hardie siding, and replacement of the home’s windows with Marvin windows. Rather than trying to replicate the look of the original stucco, the homeowners chose a new exterior design using James Hardie lap siding in Khaki Brown, with Khaki Brown shingle siding in the gables and Arctic White trim. The home’s existing brick was retained, giving us an architectural element to design around and creating a natural contrast with the new siding.
Removing the stucco allowed the exterior to be completely reworked with James Hardie fiber cement siding. Khaki Brown lap siding became the primary exterior material, while matching Hardie shingle siding was used in the gables to add texture and distinguish those architectural areas.
Arctic White trim provides definition between the lap siding and shingle accents and ties into the home’s white window frames, soffit and fascia. The combination works especially well with the existing brick, which remained an important part of the home’s exterior design.
The siding project was completed alongside replacement of the home’s windows with new Marvin windows. Coordinating the window and siding replacement allowed the exterior details around the new windows to be addressed as part of the overall project rather than as separate remodeling projects.
The new white window frames also became part of the exterior color palette, providing contrast against the Khaki Brown siding and coordinating with the Arctic White trim.
The before-and-after photos show how dramatically the siding and window replacement changed this home without changing the architectural character that made it distinctive.
The original stucco was replaced with a combination of James Hardie lap and shingle siding, while the existing brick was preserved. New Marvin windows and Arctic White exterior details complete a cohesive exterior that looks intentionally designed around the home’s existing architecture.
What the Homeowner Said
A successful exterior remodeling project is about more than the finished product. For these Lakeville homeowners, the experience included working through the design and product selections, coordinating both siding and window replacement, and keeping the project on schedule and on budget. Here’s what they had to say about their experience with Craftsman’s Choice:
– Lakeville Homeowner
“Craftsman’s Choice recently installed siding and windows for us, and I highly recommend them. Ben was personable, comfortable, and patient as we worked through the design and estimate.
The project manager, Warren, was responsive, timely, and kind throughout the project. The project was done on time and right on budget.
It could not have gone more smoothly; we made the right choice with Craftsman’s. And, we are thrilled with just how great everything looks!”
FAQ's
Yes. On this Lakeville project, the existing stucco was completely removed before the home was resided with James Hardie fiber cement siding. Khaki Brown lap siding was used on the main walls, with matching shingle siding in the gables and Arctic White trim.
Yes. Replacing windows and siding as part of the same exterior remodeling project allows the window and siding details to be coordinated during installation. On this home, new Marvin replacement windows were installed as part of the James Hardie siding project.
James Hardie Khaki Brown is a warm, neutral brown that works especially well with lighter trim and natural masonry. On this Lakeville home, Khaki Brown was used for both the lap siding and shingle accents and paired with Arctic White trim. The home’s existing brick was retained, providing another warm element that complements the Khaki Brown siding.
Yes, depending on the home’s design and condition of the existing masonry. On this Lakeville home, the existing brick was retained and incorporated into the new exterior. The Khaki Brown siding and Arctic White trim were selected to work with the home’s existing brick rather than replacing it.
Glossary
- Fiber Cement Siding: A siding material made primarily from cement, sand and cellulose fibers. James Hardie siding is a fiber cement siding product.
- James Hardie Lap Siding: Horizontal fiber cement siding used as the primary siding material on this Lakeville home. The homeowners selected Khaki Brown for this project.
- James Hardie Shingle Siding: Individual-look fiber cement siding used to create additional texture and architectural detail. Khaki Brown shingle siding was installed in the gables of this home.
- Arctic White: A James Hardie color used for the trim on this project, providing contrast against the Khaki Brown siding.
- Stucco Removal: The process of removing the existing stucco exterior before installing a new exterior cladding system. All of the stucco was removed from this Lakeville home before the James Hardie siding was installed.
- Replacement Windows: New windows installed in existing homes to replace the original or previous windows. This project included new Marvin replacement windows coordinated with the siding installation.
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