Fish Scale Studio fish scale cladding

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Michael and Christina Hara sided the exterior of the backyard studio with shingles made of Hardie board that they painted a deep purple. "We wanted an exterior cladding that was durable, low-maintenance, and relatively DIY-friendly," says Michael. "The fish-scale shape popped because it was unique, quirky, and not super serious."