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Comments (40)Everybody has an opinion, which you asked for, but you have to do what is best for you in your neighborhood. If you are replacing the siding and thinking about doing all the work of painting brick, maybe you should just remove some of that brick altogether. If you leave some of it, have it be lower and even across...maybe 1/3 of the height of the walls instead of half. Keep the excess brick for edging or patio like someone else suggested. I liked the trim-work you added. Definitely do not paint the garage door the same as the front. Keep it in the lighter tone of your siding color choice. This way the front door is a focal point. Do not replace the garage door if it is not needed. There's no reason to add the expense ($1700 or more). I would use the existing shrubs as background to a much larger planted area. Allow budget for mulching that planting bed and, for what it's worth, consider using rubber bark mulch. It definitely is more expensive, but it is worth it in the long run if you're planning on living there. Rubber bark does not attract termites or roaches, it doesn't fade, it doesn't disintegrate, and it doesn't blow away so it doesn't need to be replaced every 2 years like bark mulch. It keeps tires out of the landfill! Anyway, updating is a great idea, but keep in mind why you are choosing to do so. If you are going to live there, spend what you want. If you are updating to sell, keep your budget as low as possible because you won't recoup much of it and expenses can only be subtracted from profits on the house. If you're losing money on the house then not even the realtor fees are deductible. Best of luck with your project!...See Moreexterior stairs MUST be remodeled! I need some affordable ideas!
Comments (12)Nice house, I can see why you're excited! I don't have a picture but just a thought ... is there a way of expanding the landing? I can sort of picture walking up a half-flight to pause at a deck, maybe sitting for a bit and enjoying the view, before walking the rest of the way up. I like tozmo1's last picture with the widely spaced horizontal boards to "hide the underbelly"....See MoreMediterranean Style Exterior Window and Landscaping Ideas
Comments (10)I agree with Patricia that the dark beams aren't necessary. I did think it looked a little incomplete to not darken the beams if you have dark trim, but that wouldn't be my preference anyway. I would play up the Mediterranean style in the landscaping and make it more free-form with lavender, sage, and maybe an Italian cypress if that works in your zone. Just adding more colour and texture there makes a good bit of difference. I think I still prefer the added character of traditional Mediterranean blue trim. Of course, it really depends on your neighborhood and the style you're going for....See MoreExterior ideas please column upgrade? landscaping?
Comments (2)I think the green is fine. I just think the huge chunk of white coming from the garage door makes it very much emphasized so I would either : Get a new garage door. Maybe more modern? Dark wood? Or paint the body of the house to match the columns I would then add planters in between the middle two planters and landscaping along the front yard. See very rough mock up below (🤭)...See MoreRelated Professionals
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