Need advice on the exterior of this 70's split level
Hello,
My wife and I are considering this house. The interior has been completely updated and we love what they have done to the inside. The outside, not so much! I am not really feeling this stone front and the small amount of siding on the upper level which is common on these split levels in this area. Any ideas ?
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My House
4 years agoI'd replace the shutters with wider trim around all of the windows and add an eyebrow pergolas over the garage and lower front window. Also-highlight the entry door with bright symmetrical shrubs for year round color.
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‘70s split level exterior update
Comments (2)Agree, the shutters look to be too small. Remove them or get some properly sized ones. I would then paint the garage door so it blends in with the siding more and then paint the front door so it pops. Beefing up the porch railings would also help!...See MoreIdeas needed for 70s split level bungalow with no curb appeal
Comments (19)I would not tack on some kind of modern glass and metal nor cable rails. This house is from the 1970s. Lean into that and don't try to make it something its not. Unless you use the deck a lot, I would remove it altogether and put a nice picture window in instead of the doors. If you use it, make it into a balcony with some nice bistro seating. Remove the stairs, put in some simple french doors, replace the rails with a simple metal design that is period appropriate and will blend with the rest of the house. Get some simple planter boxes and fill them with some nice annuals. I am seeing some red or warm colors. I also like the idea of a breezeway, pergola or some kind of covered walkway. Check out some of the MCM mass built houses in Palm Springs for inspiration. There are a lot of covered entrances to keep the hot desert sun off your head on the way into the house. Agree that the yard needs some landscaping help. Agree with some sculpted evergreens, Houses will tell you what they want to be. This is a loud, proud split level. Don't make the mistake that so many do and try to make the house conform to some trend or modern ideal. Let the vernacular of the house speak and enhance it with appropriate updates or restorations. I actually kind of like the quirky nature of this house....See More70s Split Level
Comments (15)First, remove all the decor items from the house and yard. Since you opted to paint the brick, picking the gray was a good move. Paint the siding on the ground floor to match the brick. Remove the shutters; the siding may be discolored compared to what's been protected behind them, so plan a power wash and possibly new paint. Remove the carpet on the steps, paint the railings and your front door black. A tear out of the overgrown and straggly shrubbery will improve the house, and you may find new areas needing paint. Take photos to a local nursery that has knowledgeable people to help you select new plants that will thrive in your locale. Be sure to enlarge the bed under the bay window and add a curve to it that replicates what's above it. Looks like new HVAC is in your future. Unless you have pets or small children who play in the back yard, I would remove the CLF. It is industrial or farm fencing and is the one item that lowers the value of a home. Can the BB hoop and trash bins be moved to the back of the home so they don't contribute to the unsightliness of the home. You'll be surprised at how much curb appeal can be added with a simple cleanup of junky stuff that should not be features of a well maintained home....See MoreSplit Level Exterior Help! Need Advice!
Comments (19)Just remove the shutters and see how that looks. I don't think painting windows with black is going to enhance the house--just adds another element and you do have a brown roof, not black. A much warmer white for the middle would work better with yellow stone and brown roof. Save $$$ for a beautiful landscape design to further beautify the house. But what you have is pretty nice right now. It's important in a newly purchased house to go a year before making landscaping changes so you can see how the plantings look in all seasons. It's great you have quite a few evergreens for year round color--and no leaves to rake!...See More
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4 years ago
PROBeverlyFLADeziner
4 years agoI agree the stone is not the right look for this house. However, with some adjustments it could remain. See image below. I think these proportions could be better for the house.
The house is MCM in style and the lines should be simplified not complicated with shutters, trellises and carriage doors see images below if you really want to spend some $$$
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4 years agoI agree, the stone look is one thing then it goes up too high IMO. The side and the back lower level is red-ish brick and then it looks like they decided to go even more wild and add a stone facade patio and back wall to the yard. We love what they did to the inside, but i don't think i could ever live with the exterior like this.
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4 years agoBob Comitalo
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4 years agolast modified: 4 years agoThis is from HGTV curb appeal- might give you ideas. Note the low retaining wall near the front walkway- that keeps the run off at bay.
choose paint close to the color of the stone and add bright white trim
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Patricia Colwell Consulting
4 years agoThese are a couple of ideas it really depends on your bufget and style.Either way that stone has got to go.
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