exterior rendering update paint columns warm white replace the wall siding with warm white hardie board siding change the front door to a rich walnut wood door with a natural stained finish create a warm inviting interior ambiance visible through the windows with soft warm lighting install natural shaped flagstone pavers on the porch floor replace the porch railing with black wrought iron railings make the copper lanterns appear lit with a warm gas flame glow change all window frames to an antique bronze finish finish the porch ceiling with stained tongue and groove wood planked ceiling for a classic refined appearance overall aesthetic timeless elegant and welcoming with high end traditional materials style luxury traditional southern home timeless architecture warm evening lighting photorealistic materials high end craftsmanship inviting atmosphere