Phoenix sun is brutal on exterior paint, so choosing the right colors and finishes isn’t just about curb appeal — it’s about picking something that’ll actually hold up out here. I’ve organized this page around the parts of your home’s exterior that tend to get overlooked in the big “house color” conversation: guest houses, gables and soffits, outdoor kitchens and patios, sheds and mailboxes, and front and garage doors. Whether you’re refreshing a Scottsdale casita or just trying to figure out what color your garage door should be, browse the sections below for ideas specific to that part of your home. I’ve painted enough Phoenix-area exteriors to know that the small details — a soffit color, a mailbox post — are often what make a house look finished instead of just painted.
House Painting Ideas
If you’re starting from scratch and just want to see what a whole house could look like, start here before diving into the specific details. See whole-house painting ideas.
Guest House Ideas
A guest house or casita can be a fun place to break from your main house’s palette without committing your whole property to it. See guest house painting ideas.
Gable, Eave & Soffit Ideas
These details are easy to ignore, but the wrong color here can make an otherwise great exterior look unfinished. Explore gable, eave & soffit ideas.
Outdoor Kitchen & Patio Ideas
If you’re spending real time out back, your outdoor kitchen and patio deserve the same color attention as any room inside the house. Browse outdoor kitchen & patio ideas.
Shed & Mailbox Ideas
Small structures, big personality — a shed or mailbox is a low-stakes way to have some fun with color. See shed & mailbox ideas.
Front Door & Garage Door Ideas
Your front door and garage door are often the first thing anyone notices — and the easiest way to make a strong first impression. Explore front & garage door ideas.