The National Association of Home Builders estimates that 40% of American homes are 45 years or older. “And Americans are moving less,” points out Justin Dietz with NAHB.
This trend means we’ll likely see an increase in remodeling projects in the next few years. We also expect to see some exciting new trends in home exteriors.
Sometimes, homeowners want more for their house than just curb appeal: they want their home to stand out. Let’s take a look at a few select home exteriors that are sure to impress.
Your home’s front door is like it’s handshake. So why not have it make an outstanding first impression?
Whether it be with a vivid color scheme or an unusual design, upgrading your entryway can dramatically transform your home’s exterior. It can be an effective way to give your home a quick update, or the perfect starting point for a full exterior overhaul.
In the renovation pictured above, impressive columns and iron detailing make this signature red door stand out. The contrast of the rusty-red against a neutral stone exterior gives this Southwestern-style home some serious appeal.
Playing with contrast is a favorite method for designers, whether it’s through juxtaposing colors, textures, or styles. By highlighting the differences among various exterior features, you can introduce a bit of the unexpected into your home’s look.
The home featured here uses warm-toned metal roofing and mustard-yellow accents to contrast its industrial gray siding. The contemporary exterior is a breath of fresh air among all of the traditional farmhouses that surround it.
There’s a reason why so many old-fashioned home styles have become popular classics. But their time-honored legacy can still be appreciated through a modern update.
Reimagining traditional homes through the lens of contemporary design can lead to the creation of stunningly unique exteriors.
This home in Georgia drew its inspiration from colonial-era farmhouses, featuring weathered roofing and rustic stone surfaces at the foundation level. It’s the incorporation of minimalist lines and sleek glass installations that bring the home’s look into the new century.
Sometimes it’s the little things that have the most impact on a home’s exterior.
By layering different materials, patterns, and hues of paint, you can achieve a rich, multi-dimensional look. The home above is a perfect example.
The soffits and fascia (featured here in Rollex’s Snowmist) balance this home’s soft green stucco exterior. This color palette, combined with the chocolate-brown tones in the roof, makes for a crisp, clean design.
Most our neighborhoods can be a sea of neutrals, with homes using more traditional palettes of whites, beiges, and grays. This is because most homeowners are focused on retaining their home’s value (and the neighborhood’s) by choosing only non-offensive shades.
But opting for a livelier color can actually do wonders for your home’s curb appeal, and thus, its value. The key is choosing a beautiful color that is eye-catching but not gaudy.
This couldn’t have been done any better in the home pictured above. Its pristine white trim pops against teal siding: the perfect balance of soothing and cheerful.
Fortunately, show-stopping renovations like this are now made easy by the wide availability of exterior colors and products. By choosing siding that already comes in an attractive color, you don’t have to worry about the extra step of painting.
With a bit of inspiration and the right materials, you too can have a home that stuns from the curbside.
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