remodel exterior of beach home

Briefing

We are planning to replace our home's siding and trim with a vinyl shake or shingle product and we would like to take the opportunity to redesign the exterior in the process. We are interested in a Cape Cod style look with linen or gray weathered shingle look and black shutters. We would like the wall of windows in the rear of the house to stand out. We are open to minor changes in the shape or lines of the exterior that could be done for a reasonable cost if it helps with the design.

Here are some styles that we like:
http://www.houzz.com/photos/9051994/Harbor-Restoration-beach-style-entry-other-metro
http://www.houzz.com/photos/401997/Waterfront-Retreat-victorian-exterior-philadelphia
http://www.houzz.com/photos/20369076/Harwichport-Beach-House-beach-style-exterior-boston
http://www.houzz.com/photos/14037824/Sea-View-beach-style-exterior-boston
http://www.houzz.com/photos/16490329/Nantucket-Residence-beach-style-exterior-boston
http://www.houzz.com/photos/13507516/Custom-New-Home-Sesuit-Neck-East-Dennis-MA-beach-style-exterior-boston
http://www.houzz.com/photos/1691061/Riptide-beach-style-exterior-boston
http://www.houzz.com/photos/4634563/Nantucket-Residence-Exterior-beach-style-exterior-boston

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