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In the southeast, moisture, humidity, pests, heat, and storms can degrade a home’s exterior over time. “Hardie^® products resist what our harsh climate can throw at us, leaving the freedom for our designs to be chock-full of the detail and warmth associated with the South,” says Todd Wilson of Wilson Design & Construction. “They combine the architectural flexibility and product durability necessary to bring our designs to beautiful, long-lasting life.”
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“The neighborhoods that we custom build in are in direct proximity to the Atlantic Ocean and Chesapeake Bay,” says Mary-Dolph Simpson of Simpson Builders Inc. “James Hardie excels in making exterior siding and products that can replicate natural materials used to build here in the past, such as wood. Their products withstand our coastal Virginia environment and ensure that we can warranty the exterior envelope of a custom home.”

Designed by Allison Ramsey Architects

Located in a town that is quickly embracing new architecture and modern detailing, this home offers a timeless profile of Hardie^® plank Select Cedarmill^® siding matched with a modern hint of Artisan^® Shiplap by James Hardie: the perfect combination for the home’s location in a conservancy neighborhood. “We also showcased classic mitered outside corners using a unique install method from James Hardie,” says Chris Hoffman of Southern Cottage Corporation. “Busy families appreciate these high-quality, low-maintenance exteriors.”

Designed by Dave Obryan with Labella Architecture

“We chose this product for its durability, ease of installation, overall curb appeal, and to carry out the architect's vision in keeping with the historic nature of the surrounding area,” says Chris Brooks of Structures by Chris Brooks. “The size and finish options available work well in the hot, humid climates where we build.”

Designed by Brandon L. Godwin

“Our client for this build was a busy neurosurgeon who wanted a low maintenance home,” says Mike Stevens of Mike Stevens Homes. “We wanted to make a bold statement with the exterior color and this siding was perfect—it stands out against the natural backdrop yet blends in with the existing streetscape. We had lots of rain and red clay mud during the build; the protective film on James Hardie’s ColorPlus^® Technology finishes helped us overcome this challenge.”

Designed by C3 Studio

In coastal environments like this one in the Southeast, the selection of proper building products is critical. Homes need to withstand the rigor of all four seasons as well as hurricanes and tropical storms. “We choose Hardie^® siding products for their durability in coastal environments and the clean refined lines we get with the finished painted product,” says Jamison Howard of Max Crosby Construction. “Hardie^® siding products perform better in seasonal temperature swings, allowing our clients to spend more time enjoying their home and less time maintaining it.”

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