Updating exterior of 70's house
Joan Head
6 years ago
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Comments (2)Post this on the home decorating page. I am sure they will give you some great advice. http://ths.gardenweb.com/forums/decor...See MoreUpdating exterior of late 70s house
Comments (4)You're just looking for a color recommendation? Well, common belief on this forum is that painted brick is not preferred. Does the roof stay? It's hard to tell what color it is presently. And the house is currently mauve? The (black?) shutters stay? I'm a traditionalist. I believe I would do plain old white to go along with the black shutters. You said it's a heavily treed lot so a very light color is probably best. (Unless you'd rather fade the house into its background. Some people do.) Though you didn't ask, I also think a wider, more defined sidewalk would add a lot, along with cutting back the shrubbery at the steps. And I'm envious of your full redbud and blooming daffodils. It was -6 degrees here this morning! 🥶...See More70’s Exterior Stone and House Updating HELP
Comments (5)I agree it looks better and a touch of shrubbery from the nursery would be great, and pay for full attractive plants. Don’t skimp. Personally I would remove the shutters, but ask your realtor. I’d also paint the front door, I think and get a lovely porch light— but none of it matters ss much as everything being spotlessly clean and minor repairs taken care of. It is an unusual house so your likely buyer will be more concerned about other things than cosmetics...See More70's House exterior update ideas needed
Comments (5)If you don't want windows on the right side of the house, you can just plant taller shrubs in that space. I don't like the two different shaped windows on the left side of the house in your rendering. If you're adding those horizontal rectangular windows in the bump out, then use the same shaped windows below on the garage. You can place them higher on the wall so people can't look into the garage to see if you're home....See MoreCarolina Kitchen & Bath
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