Need Help With Ranch Exterior

10 years ago

Hi Everyone! So excited to see how Houzz can help. We recently bought this split level ranch. We feel like we are starting over on the landscaping, as we recently tore out some bushes and removed some trees in the front... oh and the grass is dead so that will be replaced this Spring. I would like to hear other peoples ideas and thoughts on how we can improve the exterior.

So far I am thinking so far I need to put thick trim on the front side windows, to build them up. I need a newer door- not sure whether to do a wood door, or a bright accent door. I am really at a loss as to what to do with the porch... So much to do, so little time!!!

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Noush Nick
10 years ago
How about a drought resistant landscaping. Please check out this link:
Drought tolerant front yard · More Info

PS. I attached few pictures too.
caitlin622 thanked Noush Nick
Noush Nick
10 years ago
Drought tolerant front yard · More Info
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caitlin622
Original Author
10 years ago
I feel like I would need to remove the two front trees in order to accomplish this look. Which isnt out of the realm of possible... Also, we live in Portland, OR so drought isnt a huge concern here. I really like these ideas though! Thanks. I especially love the Mediterranean looking house...
csch
10 years ago
last modified: 10 years ago
you could do less lawn instead of resodding the entire front area. Are you planning on painting the siding? The teal color does have some retro vibe, and is very pnw, but I don't like the stark white on the column and door. If you're keeping the teal color a cedar column would be nice and an orangey red for the door; or if you could match the column color to the siding maybe a chartreuse or lime door.

Ornamental grasses and a small maple or other colorful plant like barberry would be pretty

Orange rocket barberry

Double play Big Bang spirea

Just to show a teal and lime color combo
emmarene9
10 years ago
The house can be almost any color. Do you have a favorite? I would plant a uniform ground cover underneath the trees. I do not care for the mess growing under them now. Maybe Geranium Rozeanne if it grows in your zone.

I suggest a visit to JoyCreek Nursery.