Curbside appeal-make your house inviting!
When you are planning the design of your home, consider the details! The small things are what make a house your home. Below are some suggestions on ways to incorporate details that will make your home have curb appeal.
Porch Details
Whether you choose to have a wrap around or a small, simple porch, there are several ways to enhance your porch to make it inviting. The walkway and steps can be designed to add appeal. Instead of plain concrete, consider other materials such as brick, stone, or pavers.
Another detail to consider is how to frame your porch. Large, detailed columns can be used to add character. If you’d like to keep it simple, consider more modern columns like slender, straight, wooden beams. If you have a small porch, a beautiful way to frame it is with a pergola.
Front Door
Often times the first thing a guest will see is your front door. The simplest way to make your front door inviting is by painting it a bright, accenting color. Ask your home builder about talking to an expert who can give you great suggestions on what colors would best accent your home. Add even more appeal by choosing an ornate door such as a mission style or arched door.
Lighting
Lighting features can add beauty as well as safety to your home. Illuminate your home at night with landscaping lights. Add a spotlight to highlight a tree in your front yard, your front door, and so on. There are also several different options for lighting your walkways so your guests can safely come and go at night. Ask your home builder what lighting options are available.
Landscaping
After planning the details of your custom home, talk to your custom home builder about landscaping. Think about where you want shade versus sun and remove or add trees to achieve the perfect amount of sunlight. Be sure to talk to your landscaping expert about what types of trees best fit your needs. Next, think of how you want to frame and accent your home with landscaping. Shrubs and flowers for all four seasons add great curbside appeal. Consider incorporating a water feature with your landscaping such as a koi pond or fountain.
The addition of these small details make your home stand and feel inviting. Contact professional Indianapolis custom home builder Hamilton Homes to talk about ways to give your home’s exterior curbside appeal.