Your Exterior,
Figured Out.
Since 2018
Make confident exterior finish selections for your renovation or new build nationwide with an expert online exterior design consultation and a contractor-ready plan.
Explore Exterior Design Packages
Exterior Design plans that work in the
real world.
Quit trying to piece your exterior finishes together with Pinterest, AI mockups & your contractor's questionable tastes.
Because inspiration isn't enough.
Make
confident
exterior color & material
decisions with
contractor-ready design plans that protect your investment.
Lisa in Colorado
Carolina in Washington
KAT IN TEXAS
KATY IN TENNESSEE
CAROL IN FLORIDA
Dale in Colorado
Traci in N. Carolina
SARAH in N. CAROLINA
How It Works.
01.
Share Your Vision
Fill out an online project questionnaire, including any photos, plans or inspirations that show your home and what you love. No calls or meetings necessary.
02.
See The Potential
Watch your exterior come to life with a pre-recorded video presentation. View multiple options with human-crafted designs using real colors & materials. Then revise via email until it feels just right.
03.
Feel Confident
Once you love your design, have real samples sent to you and contractor-ready design info ready to hand to your team. Fully understand the next steps, and make every final decision with confidence.
Real Results.
"Her suggestions are transformative. The end result is a clear plan that I am excited about. So worth it!"
Lisa in Colorado
"I feel like I'm much better equipped to make design decisions on the house moving forward."
Carol in Florida
"We got exactly what we wanted and needed. I’ve sang Mel’s praises to everyone."
Sarah in N. Carolina
"If we had a change request or an idea, we had new renderings within hours. We LOVE the results!"
Dale in Colorado
Meet Mel.
Your designer, collaborator & guide.
Since founding West | South in 2018, I've provided virtual exterior design consultations with contractor-ready finish plans for hundreds of homeowners across the U.S.
No matter your style, location or scope, I'm here to help you:
See your home's potential before you begin.
Make the right decisions the first time.
Avoid trends that feel dated or choices you'll regret.
Communicate clearly with contractors.
I don't believe in commission. So I'm not here to upsell you. Just helping you decide on what's best for your home, climate & budget.
"We don't have to spend more money later re-doing something..."
When I first told my husband we were going to spend money on design, I could feel his stomach drop. I said, look, babe- we are about to spend a lot of money on re-doing our home. Lets spend just a little bit more money on the front end so that we don't have to spend more money later re-doing something or not loving what we chose. After showing him Mel's before & after pictures, he immediately agreed with my recommendation. We knew our house had potential, and Mel laid out a beautiful plan to execute. I cannot wait to get started now!
Katy in Tennessee
"Mel has saved us time, money & conflict."
Mel is a gifted designer and communicator. She was able to articulate her reasoning that helped us to see exactly what and why she came up her plans while being kind and affirming. And Mel has already saved us time, money, and conflict. Her design plans are not only beautiful, but they are practical. When we have done other projects, it has been difficult and even unclear to us what we want and how to communicate it to our contractors. Not this time!
Kat in Texas
"Mel was so insightful, so thoughtful and so informative."
I knew our house needed updating but I didn't know how to achieve it or where to begin. Mel was able to quickly identify opportunities for making big improvements within our budget. She understood our special issues and helped us understand them too. Before the consultation I felt so overwhelmed and hopeless. After the consultation I now feel excited and hopeful that we can achieve a style that fits our desires and our budget. It was such a relief, and exciting, too!
Sarah in Missouri
"The entire experience was exceptional."
Mel is extremely well-rounded in design, a solid planner and communicator and someone who keeps her promises most importantly. It is not common in today's world for people to do what they say they will do. Mel delivered on all timelines and her commitment to our project was felt at every turn. It's a design partnership, with open dialogue and mutual feedback and was very satisfying.
Traci in N. Carolina
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KIMBERLY IN ARIZONA
“The process was easy; answer a questionnaire and provide photos. Mel was a pleasure to work with.”
Susan in california
“Easy peezy process and very satisfying experience!”
Shelley in michigan
“Mel made this such an easy, fun and exciting journey.”
Gilbert in florida
“This was easy, thorough and well worth it.
LAURA IN TEXAS
“This process was easy, focused and cost effective beyond my expectations.”
Kate in california
"Mel made the process so easy and enjoyable!"
"Don't hesitate.
My only regret is
not doing this sooner!"
Lesley in N. Carolina
"Mel's professional direction was a
game changer
for our renovation."
Stephanie in Utah
"Working with Mel was the
best money I've ever spent.
I'm feeling so much more confident.
Sarah in California
