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SPLIT LEVEL EXTERIOR UPDATE

Any (budget friendly) suggestions on how to update the exterior of this home...?!

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  • 9 years ago

    Remove shutters. Paint siding a color in tone with the bricks.

    Plant a small tree on the left side of the lawn. It should be between 20 to 30 feet at maturity. Any shrubbery should be trimmed of uniform height. It must not cover any windows.

    When it is time for new roofing a darker roof is desired. I live in a hot area so I understand the need for a light roof but you should be able to go a little darker than what is there now.

    What I did not show in the image is a different color for the front door.

    I might paint the windows in a dark color. I could not show that either.

    The porch light is not bad but I would get a new one and have it one that faces down instead of up.

  • 9 years ago

    Hi. The right side of the pic is blurry, so I've just worked on the left. You might repaint in taupe (find the shade that blends best with the brick, and paint the down pipes too, though they could be a shade lighter). Remove the blinds. Large container plants on each side of the door would help make a feature of it, as would a white trim. It could happily be left black, but you could also consider a welcoming colour. Then pay a lot of attention to getting a better shape and more vitality into the landscaping.

  • 9 years ago

    The black door does not work for me.

  • 9 years ago

    Not with your lighter palette, certainly. It looked okay with mine (with the white surround), but I do think it's rather serious looking.

  • 9 years ago
    We are painting the brick-this update is so we can put on market. Owner must move to something bigger
  • 9 years ago

    Kimberly, are you repainting the brick on the advice of your realtor, or because it's not in good condition? Many people love brick or like its low-maintenace qualities. You may not be increasing the appeal of the house by painting it.

  • 9 years ago

    I see that you are in the property business, so please ignore that comment if your experience has taught you better.

  • 9 years ago
    I just wanted some feedback on color combos and/or budget friendly updates..
  • 9 years ago

    Good morning from here. I have a busy day ahead, but if I can find time I'll try to post an option or two for you.

  • 9 years ago

    I'm not a great fan of grey, but in this case I think it could work beautifully with white for a fresh look. You would be wide open to possibilities for the door colour.

  • 9 years ago
    Thank you all for the suggestions!
    Oddly enough, I like the shutters... and a light gray contrast. Still haven't seen a look I love though. Thank you all for your time