Design Details: Address the Address
Personalize Your House Numbers With Lighting, Location and Style
So you're looking for a quick update for the front of your house. Have you considered something as simple as revamping your address numbers? It is quite possible that the size and placement of your current setup isn't as great as it could be. Perhaps the numbers would be more visible in a different place, or maybe you just need something that fits the style of your home a little better. Whatever the case, an update this easy may be something to think about before your next get-together. A house that's difficult to find never seems as welcoming as one with an address that's visible, right?
Large and graphic, these stately numbers go well with the overall feel of the front entrance.
Tip: If you are happy with the way your current address looks, consider installing a light above or below to help visitors find it at night.
Tip: If you are happy with the way your current address looks, consider installing a light above or below to help visitors find it at night.
This address is displayed in a unique way and goes well with the overall symmetry of the facade. Standing on edge over the entry, it certainly doesn't go unnoticed. Although many homes would not be able to pull this look off (my house would have numbers in the rain gutter), it does help you think outside the box.
Closer to the road, something like this is a good option for people who have large front yards. The worn plaque gives a sense of comfort and is a nice alternative to the shiny chrome numbers in some of these photos.
Hung above the stairs, this is an uncommon but fun way to display an address.
Tip: If you choose to go this route, be sure that your sign is heavy enough that it doesn't blow around in the wind too much.
Tip: If you choose to go this route, be sure that your sign is heavy enough that it doesn't blow around in the wind too much.
I think it's safe to say that this is the easiest house on the block for a delivery person to find! Given that house numbers are intended to be seen from the road, this is approach works quite well and would look great in a yard located on a busy street.
Displaying the numbers vertically is a good move to make when you only have a small amount of space to work with. It looks great on a tall house with vertical lines, doesn't it?
Spelling out an address is a clever alternative to typical house numbers and works well for addresses only 1 or 2 digits long. The elongated text the extra characters offer goes well with the entrance and works with the grand feeling of this house.
This white plaque is a nice contrast to the sage green siding. By using a color that stands out against the background, it is easy to spot the house number on this dimly lit porch.
Are you thinking of updating your own house numbers?
Browse house numbers
Are you thinking of updating your own house numbers?
Browse house numbers
You can find some interesting options at modernhousenumbers, Design Within Reach and Nova68.