How to increase curb appeal?
Emily Smith
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Comments (3)That's a cute starter home. Some of the things you are talking about could be rather pricey since you would be messing with a brick facade. In addition, patching-in brick as part of a remodel is something that typically shows. The main thing I don't like about the front of the house is the corrugated roof on the porch and the spindly supports, which detract from the overall look...it looks like a cheap add-on to a nice house. To fix it, I would replace the porch roof, possibly be extending out the existing peak and using substantial columns to support it and integrate better with the house. I'm thinking of something like a Craftsman-style porch; here are some pictures to scroll through to stimulate your imagination: Craftsman porches While some of those pictures are too grandiose for your house, you can at least see what extending the roof line and using decent columns might do. Though I'm sure your budget is tight, I strongly encourage you to consult an architect who can give you some good ideas for redoing the front of the house and making it look more integrated and attractive. Spending some money on an architect might save you from wasting money on what seem like good ideas but will just be a collection of changes that don't make the front anymore harmonious than it presently is. Since you wouldn't be asking an architect to necessarily do a major remodel, but simply give you ideas for a face lift, this shouldn't have to be hugely expensive. Good luck....See MoreHELP! Landscaping/Curb Appeal
Comments (2)I'm not sure what type of tree they are but they definitely crowd and block the house. I hope they'll eventually grow taller and not block the house?...See More1920s home exterior in need of update
Comments (6)Is one side of the duplex to be your residence or is this intended as a rental investment? If you are keeping it as a duplex, two matching doors is a great idea. Add a full width 6' deep covered porch and full width front steps with a 6' deep full width ground level concrete slab landing ... all divided by a center railing. Then outline the sidewalk with bricks or pavers buried so only their tops are exposed. Consider creating a small private patio area on each side of the entry box for each tenant -- not concrete but a mix of pavers with grass in between them ... easily mowed. https://www.houzz.com/photos/outdoor-fire-pit-with-concrete-grass-pavers-modern-patio-orange-county-phvw-vp~20847724 You might consider beginning a green privacy hedge in front of the landing slab (leaving an opening at the sidewalk, of course) to add more privacy for the patio for each renter -- could be a good selling point for some. Consider a shrub (w/o briars) that keeps its leaves and looks good year round that will grow well in that geographic location. Would Aucuba bushes grow in your planting zone? Agree with another comment that painting all the exterior siding on the entire structure one color with one trim color would be a good idea. If the upstairs siding is still in good shape, consider using that neutral color and all white trim. Paint the downspouts that same color. While I like trees in the yard, I agree with a prior post: those trees are too close to the foundation. Would remove all the landscaping man made "things" -- those white border / outline pieces for the planting areas, etc. -- and focus, at least initially, on creating the perfect lawn all around the structure. If those are Forsythias (shrubs with yellow blooms), keep them but consider trimming them at the appropriate time to create a more dense shrub -- check out care instructions on line. You might consider moving any and all shrubs planted against the building away from the building and planting them elsewhere....See MoreIncrease curb appeal front door on side of property
Comments (3)You can do a hard prune on the rhododendron and move it to the right side on your property where you need screening. I would create an enclosure of plants to hide the yard by sliding doors, because that is where most people who don't know better will go. Get a trellis to hide the trash cans. Maybe you can install an arbor over the garage door and extend it out to the steps. Extend the walkway down the drive after you create a rock berm to raise the height. Plant something eye catching to the left of the arbor. I think the deck would look better painted white....See MoreCelery. Visualization, Rendering images
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