Thoughtful materials designs for your style, budget & climate
Professional renderings of your actual home for easy decisions
Contractor-ready design sheets for clear communication
What's INCLUDED
- Links to All Materials & Sources
- Physical Samples Sent To Your Doorstep
- Contractor-Ready Design Sheets
- Color & Application Charts for Painters
- Product Cut-Sheets for Installers
- Design Images for HOA Review Committees
- Secure Project Portal
- Project Guides for Communication
- Three Materials Design Concepts Rendered on Your Home
- Proposals tailored to your style, budget & climate
- Comprehensive Revisions During your Consultation
- No-Pressure, pre-recorded video presentations
For choosing multiple materials for a remodel or new build.
7-Day online Consultation
$749
Design for 3 days, Revise for 4 days
Driveways, pavers, walkways, retaining walls (unless you have prints)
hardscaping help
Plant layouts, pools, pergolas (unless you have prints)
landscaping help
Rooflines, dormers, balconies, decks, staircases, major additions, window moves (unless you have prints)
structure changes
What's NOT INCLUDED:
If you need help after we're done, I'm happy to answer a quick email, or you can book an additional revision session if your project has big new changes.
after your consultation:
You'll have contractor-ready design sheets & receive samples shortly after in the mail.
Day 7
(TH):
We refine until you love it.
day 5 & 6
(T & W):
Your video and slides hit your inbox by 6AM
Day 4
(M):
We both take a break to rest, relax & re-charge.
SAT & SUN:
I create your proposals, using what you've sent.
No meetings required!
Days 1, 2 & 3
(W, TH & F):
You submit your files and complete the Agreement & Questionnaire.
Before We Start:
Select the day you want the consultation to begin and complete your one-time payment.
after you click 'book':
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"What if I'm not tech savvy?"
If you can email and upload photos, you're good. If not, this isn't the right fit.
"Will my contractor actually be able to use this?"
Yes. Designs include contractor-ready info sheets tailored to your materials and region, and even your HOA.
You'll complete your payment directly after you select your Start Date to reserve your consultation.
"When do I pay?"
"When does it start?"
Your consultation starts on the day you select before you complete your payment.
"How long until delivery?"
For this Color & Materials Consultation, you'll receive your Initial Design Proposals on Day 4 (Monday), and your Final Design files on Day 7 (Thursday).
"What counts as a revision?"
Anything you'd like changed: colors, materials, lights, doors, combinations, or a new direction. A typical color & materials consultation has 2 or 3 revision cycles, but we can do as many as possible during your consultation to get a design you love.
"What if my partner & I disagree?"
I provide multiple option, and an unbiased perspective.
"What about refunds or cancellations?"
Booking fees are non-refundable. However, re-booking for the next available date is possible should that fit your project timeline.
Common QUESTIONS
Just helping you decide what’s best for your home, climate, and budget.
I don’t make any commission.
And I’m not here to upsell you.
Avoid trends that feel dated or choices you'll regret
Communicate clearly with contractors
See your home's potential before you build
Make the right decisions the first time
I'm here to help you:
As founder & principal designer of West | South, I help smart homeowners across the U.S. cut through the noise and create real, contractor-ready exterior materials plans for their renovation or new build.
I'm Mel. Your Designer, Collaborator & Guide
Meet your Exterior Designer
First, this consultation does not include:
Rooflines, dormers, balconies, decks, staircases, major additions, window moves (unless you have prints)
structure changes
Plant layouts, pools, pergolas (unless you have prints)
landscaping help
Driveways, pavers, walkways, retaining walls (unless you have prints)
hardscaping help
To get the most out of our time together, you'll want to be available for active email communication on Days 4 through 7.
Next, this consultation lasts 7 days, &
you'll receive your initial designs on Day 4
