Historically inspired paint colors and new shutters inject fresh, cottage charm. Once hidden behind a gigantic tree, the Rhode Island home now boasts great curb appeal.

Emily and Matt Perry couldn’t wait to rip out the porch’s dated indoor-outdoor carpeting. Now a mix of old and new furniture gives the family comfortable living space much of the year. The backdrop for the swing is a breezy curtain. Sometimes, Emily replaces the curtain with a salvaged window for a focal point.