Framing the First Impression | Exterior Façade Inspiration with DECO

Just like there’s a power in design, there’s a power in first impressions. Before the front door opens, the home exterior has already spoken a thousand words and set the tone for the interior style. Whilst the interior tells the story of how we live, it’s the exterior that invites us in. That’s a really important part! So, do you need exterior inspiration to match your interior designs? From coastal retreats to mid-century hideaways and contemporary suburban builds, DECO shows us exterior façade products and finishes that are stylish and suited to Australia's environmental demands. With various styles and product ranges, let’s get inspired as we take a look at DecoBatten®, DecoClad®, and the new DecoWood® finishes you can choose from to make your exterior façade uniquely yours.

DecoBatten®

Here’s a facade that tells a story before anyone steps inside. With rich, timber-look finishes on lightweight aluminium battens, the DecoBatten® range brings warmth, texture, and architectural rhythm to a home’s exterior. Offering creative freedom for everything from sleek vertical facades to statement entryways and breezy pergolas, this range features DecoWood® finishes to make your exterior façade a dreamy home welcome.

Choose from a range of batten shapes and sizes, including square, rectangle, radius and angled profiles, which are both low maintenance but high quality, and won’t warp, fade, or require hours of upkeep. The initiative QuickClick® two-piece system has been designed to offer a seamless concealed fixing option for a refined design.

DecoClad®

Whether your home is in a sun-drenched spot, in the beauty of the bush, or by the beachfront, DecoClad® endures any area and condition with ultimate durability and proven strength. This aluminium cladding system delivers the look of traditional timber weatherboards or sleek contemporary panels, but is completely low maintenance. You can be sure that there are no usual demands of sanding, sealing, or repainting, which is a dream!

DecoWood® Finishes

Whilst the exterior function is important, the finishing touches really bring the designs to life and create a personality for framing the first impression. Whether you choose DecoBatten® or DecoClad®, you can choose a wide range of colour palettes with DecoWood®, offering different and unique looks depending on how they are paired.

The Palettes

If you’re thinking neutral tones for seaside living, Linen Shore™ is inspired by the coastal landscape. Aspen Drift™, a gentle, warm brown, brings to mind the comfort and coziness of well-crafted spaces, while Honey Ember™ radiates golden amber hues with a delicate, textured grain pattern.

Wheatfield™ mirrors sun-kissed, golden fields, featuring a fine grain that captures the essence of wispy stalks. If you were picturing a rich, rugged grain and warm, earthy finish, Barn Oak™ evokes the charm of traditional farmhouses and would bring your design vision to life.

Design That Begins at the Doorstep

So, what kind of exterior façade suits your project? If you want depth and detail, DecoBatten® helps to turn simple exteriors into statement pieces, creating textures with minimal maintenance. DecoClad® offers simplicity with strength and is extremely durable, giving a timeless look. Whatever you choose for your project, these are the quiet yet deliberate choices that shape how a home feels before you even step inside.

If it’s time for you to create an exterior façade that levels up your interior design projects, head over to our mood board tool, or specify these products in Project Studio to bring your designs to life.