Trim the bushes.

There's nothing wrong, outdated or unattractive about your house. Spend your money on something else or give it away.

I would start with removing the rail and if possib;le updating those posts on the porch, three supports total each with a larger square profile would be a good start. A more modern style entry door in black and paint the giraffe stone black as well.

I agree removing the rail and updating the posts would make a big difference.

I'd paint the siding dark, as in a rich tone from the stone so it blends together.

yes, the railing is odd, I'd think about a Verticle natural wood slatted screening for a different look and privacy.

Why are there no windows on the first floor?

I couldn't get the greige/taupe quite right, but this is the general idea. Also confused about the lack of porch windows!

Post a picture from the street please . Wahy is the driveway across the front of the house on the left/ Why are there no windows on the left side of the house? Choose a color from the stone for the siding but the landscaping is horrible but I ned to see the reason for the driveway so that pic from the street will help. Post here in a comment DO NOT start another post.

I'd pick a brown that goes with the stone and paint the siding. I'd divide the bird of paradise and move half of it. If that half takes, the next year I'd move the rest, unless you want to block the view out of that window.

I would remove that railing across the front, and add some WINDOWS! To me that is THE design flaw. I can’t understand why there are no windows on the lower front of the house….your inside must be dreadfully dark…. I would make that change and then see if you want to make others.

debra

Hi everyone!! wow i am so impressed! i never thought of removing the railing! the driveway to the street is 1/4 mile long lol but the driveway going towards the left is a carriage house 2 bedroom which my daughter and her husband live in

It is a lake house so the entire back of the house is all window! the front left side under the porxh that is the master bedroom with no windows i totally miss bedroom windows but thought it would be weird adding them and having my bedroom window be front porch…. am i wrong?

more importantly so i remove the railing, and someone said go to 3 support posts HOW do i go from 6 to 3??

Before you do that, be aware that support posts are usually there for a reason. Consult an engineer before you start removing support posts or it could end up being a very expensive mistake.

The post says you are “looking for a facelift.” So in my opinion the best lift would be adding windows. My bedroom windows look out on my backyard and right into my neighbors bedroom about 20-25 feet away. But it brings in light and air. But, I live in the city……no choice of a lake view. ☺️

debra

One last comment regarding the windows, looking out on the porch would be fine. Since your driveway is so long, it’s not like you’d be looking at a street with cars whizzing by. I would add some large planters and add flowers and plants that grow in the light conditions there.

debra

I really like the stone. I would keep it. I think the wood front door goes very well with it. I would consider changing the post and railings to wood stained instead of white paint.

I think you need to have windows in your master so I would add that to your renovation budget.

I would scale back on the plants - I just realized you have a fountain in there. Keep your favorites and give some space for mulch which can add another color layer.

Good luck!

hmm ok windows !! wouldnt my windows have to be same size same shape and directly below the ones above?? in my head im worried about it looking weird with mismatched windows?

Yes, I would match the style. Not sure 3 and 3 will fit, but 2 and 2. And in nice weather you can open your bedroom window and hear the fountain. Very relaxing!
debra

that is the master bedroom with no windows

Bedrooms require two methods of egress. Generally that mean a door and at least one window.

It might seem a little drastic, but from the white siding to black siding with the brick looks amazing.

I definitely agree on windows in your master bedroom. Overlooking the porch isnt all that odd. I have had a couple of houses, that windows overlooked a big front porch. Its not safe to not have windows either.