I wouldn't shed a tear if the hedge between walk and garage was done away with entirely. A Clematis on a trellis or something else hugging the wall would create a better sense of roominess along the walk to the entrance. Incorporating some seasonal color below would help to add some cheerfulness into the scene.

I used Sherwinwilliams.com when selecting a paint color. I didn't ultimately use their paint, but it's a great free online tool that lets you play with colors.

For me, the taupe looks warmer, better than the grey. I like the shingle siding as you show, but the garage door itself still seems a touch too dark. A value like some of the lighter tones appearing in the shingled area seems like it would be nicer.

Another improvement I would consider at some point is widening the walk same as you did the drive with the brick border. The border could flank the right/outside of walk for its entire length.

For me, the taupe looks warmer, better than the grey. I like the shingle siding as you show, but the garage door itself still seems a touch too dark. A value like some of the lighter tones appearing in the shingled area seems like it would be nicer.

Another improvement I would consider at some point is widening the walk same as you did the drive with the brick border. The border could flank the right/outside of walk for its entire length.

In your other thread, I suggested you remove some of the hedges and put something with softer foliage in under the middle window. You've gotten some good guidance here!

I believe the colorful shrub you like is a nandina. I know they are used often in the South. When they're not severely pruned, they have a lovely graceful appearance that would work well to soften the brick. You could put three dwarf nandinas in in place of the solid hedge under the window. They're evergreen and can tolerate your hot summers. They color up best in full sun.

Something low-growing like a 'Rozanne' geranium would be pretty at the base of the porch pillar. Pansies are fine for spring and fall, so you could put some of those in after you move the nandina. But you'll want something with summer color next year.

I think the red door disappears into the brick.

I would take out the shrub below the middle window and put in something that is wider and more rounded. You want to combat the impression that your entryway is a dark, recessed hole, so find something with variegated foliage or light-colored blooms. A good garden center can help. You'll need to dig in some compost before you plant since I'll bet the soil there doesn't have many nutrients left.

Wondering if that area gets any sun.