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Need an Updated Look..

12 years ago
Would like to freshen up the look of my house. New paint colors, landscaping, front door, new windows are a must. I am open to any suggestions. Thank you.

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  • PRO
    12 years ago
    We help you see the changes with our online process visually. look at our idea book or go to www.ebtdesigns.com beautiful home.
    Rick Lamoureux thanked User
  • 12 years ago
    I agree about getting rid of the shrubs, and replacing them with a flower garden. When spring comes, fertilize the yard, and overseed it so you'll have a lush green lawn.

    I would also paint the garage doors a darker color that goes with the beautiful brick.

    Other than that, your house is very attractive.
    Rick Lamoureux thanked hayleydaniels
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Agree completely about garage door color. My rule is if your house is not white then the garage door should not be either. Choose a mid tone beige from your bricks for your color choice for the garage door.

    Landscaping..on left side of door..add a taller shrub to the center of the 2 windows..plant it far enough away from the house. Curve bed out into the yard significantly. Choose several types of shrubs of different leaf color and texture by alternating them along the front keep them interesting and not hedge like. Also add an irregular shaped planting around the lamp post.
    Rick Lamoureux thanked Barbara Griffith Designs
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Thank for the wonderful feedback. I really appreciate it.
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    I think you have a beautiful house! Little changes go a long way! A darker door could give the house a much different look. Maybe try to swap the lamppost out for something a bit more modern!
    Rick Lamoureux thanked Chip Murphy
  • 12 years ago
    How about some huge orange pots beside the garage with flowers and I agree darker garage doors
    Rick Lamoureux thanked Brandi Nash Hicks
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    How about a drawing showing you what it can be visually? ebtdesigns.com
    Rick Lamoureux thanked User
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    I agree with others, the house is great-change the garage door color to blend in, replace the storm door with one in solid glass, and landscape-you'll be all set.

    A curved flower bed in front of the house and along the driveway would be lovely. Here is a "before and after" of a renovation I did where landscaping made all the difference in the back yard-you could adapt this idea to your situation. I would also consider hanging arched shutters to play up your gorgeous arched windows- a beautiful shade of robin's egg blue could be beautiful, as in the third photo below. And, you might want to paint the entry door, as well.
    Rick Lamoureux thanked Barbara Stock Interior Design
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Definitely paint the garage doors a color that makes them recede and fit better with the other parts of the house. I would also definitely change the front door color. Here is an idea.
    Rick Lamoureux thanked Creative Visual Concepts, Kevin Strader
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Barbara and Everything Beautiful had some beautiful landscape ideas. Adding some landscape color would definitely make your home stand out more and give it a new look. Your home is very nice and I don't think it needs much either. Should you decide to change out the front door, HomeStory has a wide selection of exterior doors as well as our interior doors. Depending upon where you are located, we would be happy to help you select something that would go along with your beautiful brick. I've attached some photos of some exterior doors that we offer to give you some ideas.
    Rick Lamoureux thanked HomeStory Doors of Orange County
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    I suggest some modern garage doors, which will really add some spark to the front of your house. I like to use aluminum garage door frames with satin etch glass panels.
    Rick Lamoureux thanked FINNE Architects
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Here is the arched shutter idea I mentioned above-this one is against stone; I love the color and shape, how the shutters really play up the arched window. http://www.pinterest.com/pin/454582156107907068/
    Rick Lamoureux thanked Barbara Stock Interior Design
  • 12 years ago
    Agree with Barbara Stock above, make sure that the shutters are sized correctly and are functional (or look functional) just like her inspiration photo. It makes a huge difference.
    Rick Lamoureux thanked Denita
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Ebtdesigns.com
    Rick Lamoureux thanked User
  • PRO
    12 years ago
    Are you ready for your drawing, including garage door, landscape, shutters, and anything else you'd like?