skip to main content

Seeking curb appeal assistance. it needs character.

2 years ago

Please help. We had to move quickly due to a job. We bought this brand new house in like 20 minutes. I wasn’t too fond of the look, but we loved the location on an island. Any suggestions on how to bring some curb appeal to it would be appreciated.

Sort by:Oldest

Comments (2)

fors43
2 years ago
It definitely needs some new plantings, where are you located? Maybe try local garden center?
Judy Cook
Original Author
2 years ago
I’ll ask a local gardener for sure. I’ve already got ideas for the yard. We just moved from San Francisco to an island off Lake Erie in Michigan. I hear we can’t plant until after Memorial Day 😱. Any ideas for the house? It’s so boxy. It needs window boxes or something.
Related Professionals
Aberdeen Design-Build Firms · Wichita Falls Design-Build Firms · Worcester Design-Build Firms · New York City Design-Build Firms · Somerset General Contractors · Tupelo General Contractors · Fort Worth General Contractors · Laconia General Contractors · Eau Claire General Contractors · Flagstaff General Contractors · Billings General Contractors · Fort Smith Flooring Contractors · Springfield Flooring Contractors · McAllen Flooring Contractors · Fairbanks Flooring Contractors

Related Stories

REMODELING GUIDES Designer's Touch: Boost Your Home's Curb Appeal

By The Inman Company

From pavers to plantings, these professional tips can help your home make an instant impact on the street

MIDCENTURY STYLE Nail Your Curb Appeal: Midcentury Style

By Laura Gaskill

Complement the modern style’s clean lines with a splash of color, upgraded features and low-maintenance landscaping

CURB APPEAL 10 Surefire Ways to Boost Curb Appeal

By Affecting Spaces Design Studio

A designer shares her top 10 tips for sprucing up the front of a house

GREAT HOME PROJECTS How to Give Your Driveway and Front Walk More Curb Appeal

By Laura Gaskill

Prevent injuries and tire damage while making a great first impression by replacing or repairing front paths

EXTERIORS Curb Appeal Begs Your Attention

By Bud Dietrich, AIA

Attending to the details of your home's exterior will reap ample rewards in both allure and resale value

GREAT HOME PROJECTS Upgrade Your Front Yard for Curb Appeal and More

By June Scott Design

New project for a new year: Revamp lackluster landscaping for resale value, water savings and everyday enjoyment

CURB APPEAL Nail Your Curb Appeal: Cottage Style

By Laura Gaskill

This traditional style has charm aplenty. You can make the most of your cottage home by emphasizing certain features

CURB APPEAL 9 Ways to Boost Winter Curb Appeal

By Laura Gaskill

No blossoms and a barren yard? You can still make your home attractive and inviting from the street

CRAFTSMAN DESIGN Nail Your Curb Appeal: Craftsman Style

By Laura Gaskill

This traditional style looks to nature for design cues, highlights quality workmanship and emphasizes the front porch

RUSTIC STYLE Nail Your Curb Appeal: Rustic Style

By Laura Gaskill

Start with warm woods, rough stone and a touch of color to achieve this naturalistic look

Sponsored

More Discussions

desperately need help trying to decide final touches on Siding project

12

1928 room that has accumulated about a century of competing decisions

20

Which roof color for my 2-tone gray house?

16

Seeking help. Looking to change out cabinetry and countertops

17

URGENT Crown Molding Advice

11