Thoughtful paint color proposals for your style & climate
Professional renderings of your actual home for easy decisions
Contractor-ready design sheets for clear communication
- Links to All Paints & Sources
- Physical Swatches Sent To Your Doorstep
- Color & Application Charts for Painters
- Design Images for HOA Review Committees
- Secure Project Portal
- Project Guides for Communication
- Three Paint Color Concepts Rendered on Your Home's Front View
- Proposals tailored to your style, budget & climate
- Comprehensive Revisions During your Consultation
- No-Pressure, pre-recorded video presentations
When you need help to finalize colors.
3-Day online Consultation
$249
What's INCLUDED
Design for 1 day, Revise for 2 days.
You will receive proposals for finishes & sheen, but your painter will need to give you the final formulas for each specific surface.
Formula specs
Siding, roofing, doors, windows, lights, hardware, or anything that's not paintable or stainable.
MATERIAL CHANGES
The consultation only shows the front, curbside view of your home.
ALTERNATE VIEWS
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 swatches shortly after in the mail.
day 3
(W):
We refine until you love it.
Days 2 & 3:
(T & W):
Your video and slides hit your inbox by 6AM
DAY 2
(T):
I create your proposals, using what you've sent.
No meetings required!
Day 1:
(M):
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':
Project FLOW
recent designs
If you can email and upload photos, you're good. If not, this isn't the right fit.
"What if I'm not tech savvy?
Yes. Designs include contractor-ready info sheets tailored to yoru materials and region, and even your HOA.
"Will my contractor actually be able to use this?"
You'll complete your payment directly after you select your Start Date to reserve your consultation.
"When do I pay?"
Your consultation starts on the day you select before you complete your payment.
"When does it start?"
For this Paint Color Consultation, you'll receive your Initial Design Proposals on Day 2 (Tuesday), and your Final Design files on Day 3 (Wednesday).
"How Long Until Delivery?"
Anything you'd like changed: colors, applications, combinations, or a new direction. A typical paint color 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 counts as a revision?"
I provide multiple options, and an unbiased perspective.
"What if my partner & I disagree?"
Booking fees are non-refundable. However, re-booking for the next available date is possible should that fit your project timeline.
"What about refunds or cancellations?"
Common QUESTIONS
Just helping you decide what’s best for your home, climate, and budget.
I don’t believe in commission.
So 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 busy homeowners across the U.S. save time and money by creating 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:
You will receive proposals for finishes & sheen, but your painter will need to give you the final formulas for each specific surface.
Formula specs
Siding, roofing, doors, windows, lights, hardware, or anything that's not paintable or stainable.
MATERIAL CHANGES
The consultation only shows the front, curbside view of your home.
ALTERNATE VIEWS
To get the most out of our time together, you'll want to be available for active communication on Days 2 & 3.
Next, this consultation lasts 3 days, & you'll receive your initial designs on Day 2
