modernist exterior shot redesign this home exterior in a california casual style replace all vertical board and batten siding with smooth stucco in a creamy warm white like swiss coffee or shoji white do not use any wood siding keep the existing stone and dark windows add minimal warm wood accents only at the front entry beams or soffits no wood siding the look should feel soft organic and sun washed with a modern yet natural california vibe keep the overall material palette clean and cohesive architecture