Black roof, black window frames and muntins, cream siding, cream (the same tone as the brick siding) garage doors and high gloss black front door. No other color but cream and black. http://www.houzz.com/photos/3245164/Atherton-Residence-contemporary-exterior-san-francisco

I think the roof might be a bit too dark for the brick colour. The bricks and the window joinery will blend in fine. What did you decide to do?

There are different kinds of ivy and plant privacy screens that can be purchased which might cover your fence and gate and give you the privacy you are looking for. I have not used them before but the photos look very nice. If you picked a color to match your side or front bushes, it would look very nice and becost effective as well. You have a beautiful home. Good luck and please post photos of the final.

Where are you based ? I just googled , and there is a crowd in Auckland that appear to do whatever you want -- www.prestigedoors.co.nz . They have full translucent doors , copper panelled doors , laser cut , timber , etc . No idea on their pricing , but they look innovative .