2021 Exterior Siding Trends
The professional exteriors team at Phoenix Siding has seen a number of exterior siding trends come and go over the years. We’ve also witnessed several new types of siding materials emerge as modern options for updating homes in recent months.
With new construction exploding all over Vancouver Island thanks to a hot housing market, we have superb siding materials to install for your next commercial or residential project. Our expert team has experience building with vinyl, Hardie-plank, cedar, and metal siding.
Many homeowners are searching for a timeless home exterior with a modern aesthetic, and our products and services can help turn that vision into a reality. Here is our list of exciting new exterior siding trends we’ve spotted so far in 2021:
ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLES
To make your home shine in your neighbourhood we highly recommend installing architectural shingles. Although cedar shingles take more time to mount than other types of siding, they offer a rich, textured aesthetic to your home’s exterior.
In addition to superior durability, architectural shingles are now popular because they offer an alternative dimensional aspect to a home. Overall cost has decreased since they were first created in the 1970s, making them a first-rate option fifty years later.
FIBRE CEMENT SIDING
Homeowners and builders are recognizing the resilience of fibre cement siding, most notably the ever-popular Hardie-plank. Wood siding tends to weather over time from the elements, while Hardie-plank remains beautiful and timeless. Sold in countless colour options, you can also update the home exterior in any colour of the rainbow.
Furthermore, old rock or stucco siding can easily be replaced with fibre-cement material.
METAL CLADDING
Modern commercial builds often incorporate stunning steel siding into their design. Metal cladding is a superior building material that offers versatility in design as well. Metal stands strong on its own or can be artfully designed with stone, wood, and glass.
In addition, steel siding won’t crack or peel, is non-flammable, and resists moisture. With these significant advantages it’s easy to see why metal siding is continuing to grow in popularity here on Vancouver Island.
NATURAL WOOD FEATURES
Environmental concerns continue to multiply throughout the world. With the natural beauty of the West Coast, it’s no wonder that many home renovators are opting to incorporate more natural elements into their home exteriors.
Wood is naturally pleasing to look at and blends in beautifully with the outdoors. Many of our cedar products are naturally sourced from right here on Vancouver Island. From living walls to wood shutters, there are many visually-attractive ways to incorporating wood into the exterior of your home.
SIDING COLOURS
Grey-green siding colours are emerging as prevalent colour picks this year. Subdued blues, greys, and neutral browns also offer a sublime elegance. And who isn’t searching for a peaceful home sanctuary to rest during these trying times?
As for modern commercial buildings, rustic red pops with contemporary splendor.
If you’re thinking about updating the curb appeal of your home, get inspired with these fresh 2021 siding trends. Moreover, simplicity in design remains an overall home exterior trend this year and beyond. And remember, eco-friendly, sustainable materials and mixed wood/stone/metal siding are always in style.
Let Phoenix Siding make the exterior of your home beautiful! We have been installing cedar, HardiePlank, vinyl and many more for over 30 years. As the trusted Vancouver Island experts in all aspects of siding installation from commercial to residential, new builds or renovations, we can help you choose the best type for any project big or small.
Call us at 250-758-3818 or email us blake@phoenixsiding.ca today to find out more about what we can do for you!
