Wild West Update

Homeowner Dan Craver wants some new life breathed into his ranch home. Inspired by his antique horseshoe, he decides on a Western theme for the remodel. Designer Cathy Riordan steps in to bring the look to fruition with new paint, landscaping and a creative re-tooling of an awkward garage space. Here's how they accomplish it:

• remove metal railings on the front porch and replace with sturdy rough hewn pine posts
  
• a new Dutch farmhouse style front door goes in
  
• one of two garage stalls is converted to a home office and the old garage door is replaced by a new wall with windows to blend it into the rest of the facade
  
• part of the driveway is demolished and used in the new landscaping plan
  
• a coat of paint: sage green for the body and brown on the trim
  
• custom touches, including new shutters and a cupola made of recycled aluminum
  
• a split rail fence frames the yard area
  
• a variety of landscaping: birch trees, shrubs, climbing roses
  
• final decorative touches include windchimes, mailbox, porch light, and house numbers