They say you should never judge a book by its cover, and you shouldn’t. Luckily, homes aren’t exactly analogous to books. There’s nothing wrong with wanting to have a home that’s easy on the eyes. A touch of luxury and expensive design can go a long way when it comes to first impressions, whether you’re looking to impress buyers or neighbours.
The great thing about an expensive look is that it doesn’t necessarily have to have an expensive tag attached to it. You can create a gorgeous exterior without breaking the bank with some clever tips. Here’s a few of them to help you get started on your exterior home renovation.
Get a stylish mailbox
For such a small detail, a mailbox can have an enormous impact on the look and feel of your home. It’s the closest element to the sidewalk, so it’s highly unlikely anyone will miss it when passing by your home.
A contemporary mailbox design goes a long way towards making your home feel luxurious, and it’s not an expensive purchase either. Choose something that matches the colour scheme of your façade and add a vinyl address decal. These small details will show that you put some thought into the mailbox design, and it’s sure to catch a few looks.
Introduce outdoor seating
If you have a patio with some space, you can always create an outdoor seating area. It’s a great aesthetic detail, especially for the summer months when spending time outside is especially cherished.
You don’t even have to go all out with the outdoor furniture. As long as it’s matching and has a simple style to it, your exterior will look all the more charming. Add a few potted plants next to the seating area, and you’ll have a small oasis on your patio!
Redo the façade
There’s nothing less attractive on a home than a run-down and damaged façade. Redoing it is essential if you want to make your home stick out in a good way. Depending on the type of wall and the colours you want, you have multiple options when renovating.
A regular wall might only require a simple paint job. Aim for a slick and interesting colour, and try to pair different walls with complementary colours. Going for simple and boring hues will only make the home seem boring and one-dimensional.
To freshen up your home’s exterior, you might want to consider professional house rendering. It can help improve the look of the exposed brick exterior and fix any damage that might be present. With a proper rendering, your home will be noticeably more neat and attractive, and people will wonder how you keep it looking so fresh.
Install Exterior Lighting
A gorgeous house is difficult to appreciate when there’s no light outside. After the sun goes down, exterior lighting options can make your home shine both figuratively and literally.
For the amount of luxury it provides, exterior lighting isn’t nearly as expensive as it might seem. You can install durable LED lights relatively easily along a walkway on small poles or even stick them directly into the ground.
While the bulbs might cost a bit, they last a long while, and they can make the exterior look quite a bit more luxurious. Not to mention, it’s not difficult to find bulbs that can withstand the elements, so you won’t have to replace them often. Going for solar-powered options would increase the initial price, but it would also cut down on costs in the long run.
Conclusion
Going for an expensive look for your home’s exterior comes with quite a few benefits. For one, you can marvel at your own design choices and be proud of the work you’ve done. At the same time, if you’re looking to sell the house eventually, you’ll be able to get much better prices. After all, a good first impression means quite a bit when shopping for a home.
There are plenty of ways to overhaul a home exterior, and many of them are relatively easy to implement. Consider some of the examples we’ve mentioned above, and you’re sure to find something that can make your home into a shining beacon of luxury.
Author bio: Alison Pearson is an interior design student. She is a writer and designer, and her ultimate passion is art and architecture. She is also a bibliophile and her favourite book is “The Sound and the Fury” by William Faulkner. Follow her on Twitter.