Ideas for improving the exterior of your house and front garden
‘Kerb appeal’ is a term you hear mostly from estate agents when it’s necessary to make a good first impression to sell a property, but there’s no doubt that refreshing the exterior of your home will make a huge impression on your wellbeing as well as the property’s appearance. Tackling peeling paint and unruly gardens can transform a property from run-down to pristine in one weekend - and knowing those niggly jobs are done lifts your spirits and makes your house a pleasure to come home to.
Take a look at how design expert Julia Kendell tackled the exterior of four houses that needed a fresh look, ready to enjoy throughout spring and summer. With a few small, easy changes the exteriors have been lightened, brightened and tidied - bringing a new, positive energy to each property.
Take a look at how design expert Julia Kendell tackled the exterior of four houses that needed a fresh look, ready to enjoy throughout spring and summer. With a few small, easy changes the exteriors have been lightened, brightened and tidied - bringing a new, positive energy to each property.
Letting in light
Removing a hedge and replacing it with fencing lets light into this garden, while smartening it up.
Re-painting render
A lick of paint immediately lifts the appearance of this house, giving it a fresh new look.
Updating a 1980s home
Using contemporary paint colours for the windows frames and doors makes this property look current and modern.
Creating a welcoming feel
Revealing a pretty wrought iron fence and adding welcoming touches gives this Victorian home an inviting feel.
