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You can make a few simple changes to the exterior of your house to make it feel more welcoming, to make you happier when you get home. You definitely don't have to do everything on the list. Pick what works for you, your time, your skill set, and your budget.
Give Your Front Door A Fresh Coat of Paint
Install Natural Barriers like trees, hedges, and bamboo instead of man-made fences.
Add Copper Accents like copper gutters and outdoor lighting
Line Walkways and Porch Steps With Planters
Manicure Your Hedges
Fill Your Front Yard With Culinary Herbs and Edible Flowers
Reconsider Your Porch. A fresh coat of paint or stain can do wonders, as can updating lighting.
Mix Your Materials
Consider A Darker Accent Color
Keep Landscaping Natural
Brighten With Exterior Lighting
Go Bold With Color
Find The Right Shutters
Add a Structural Focal Point. Wooden arbors, leaning wrought-iron trellises, and obelisks can add both interest and function
Plant Beyond The Garden like with flower boxes on the windows and planters on the front stoop.
Choose The Right Windows. A high quality window with decorative grilles in a unique pattern when paired with properly sized wooden shutters is the best place to start.
Think Again Before Painting That Brick. Unpainted brick is making a comeback.
Utilize The Front Yard. A small table and chairs, bench, or pair of adirondack chairs add a welcoming feel to your front façade.