WHICH EXTERIOR REMODEL?
Sharon
6 years ago
last modified: 6 years ago
Please vote on / tell me about your preferred exterior between these three photos and also
give a valuation for the house based on exterior. The first photo is the original exterior. I am trying to increase the home appeal and value. Not sure what the build cost would be but would assume 1-200k. Give your build estimate too! Thanks!!!! (This house is in OXSHOTT, SURREY UK). OH! Also, feel free to change the photo and add your own exterior or improve my graphics). My goal is to make this home look like it is worth the most possible (given other homes in Oxshott, Cobham and Esher)- look on rightmove for comparison. Thanks!!! Extra note, to use the roofspace, I would need to rebuild the entire roof because it is not structurally strong.. poor beam construction.
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Comments (5)I've had a trainee in this morning - we've been playing with your layout !! We treated this like a paid project - as if you were a family with two children around 6-10 ish age, with occasional Granny and Grandpa type visitors to stay - who entertain guests with similar age kids at home most weekends - two cars that park outside - all comings and goings via the front door. We wanted to offer an idea of what might work well, as a long term home. Dependent on lots of structural things obviously - so need an architect /SE to confirm what can and can't be done - but it's an idea to get you started maybe ! A = open porch leading to front double doors and hall with built in storage each side ( coats boots etc etc ) B = kitchen with built in laundry area ( keep window in here ) with shelving for laundry sorting and space for ironing board etc Island kitchen with rounded bar seating - ceiling extraction over hob and sink and wet goods at window . Tall cabinet either side of window for pantry's /ff /ovens etc space for dining table centred to external doors . C = lounge with new folding sliding external doors to garden area - suggest tv in movable cabinet that can be used in front of doors opposite fire place or even turned around for outside tv viewing. D = snug / sofa bed / guest room / study - it's a little bit far from bathrooms - but great for guest who snore, older kids hangout room or to use as hobby room etc E = generous sized master suite with dressing area and ensuite shower room - (might) need sun pipe in en suite and extractor. Suggest double glass doors into this room, to allow daylight into hall area, ( curtained at night ) and to view cars approaching front of house from living area. F & G = child's bedrooms .... if you want to in cooperate children's rooms into living space during the day is as their supervised play space - sliding walls to these two bedrooms could achieve this - only worth it it they are pretty young to be honest - past 11 and they want their own space ! H = day time / children's shower room need sun pipe in here and extractor [ marketing note - this is an example of the sketch consult service OnePlan provide... We happily provided this for free to this Houzzer, on this occasion . Normal rates would be £35 p/h. Full CAD images available too, at either an hourly rate or fixed room rate. We are freelance concept planners, selling only design ! ] . . . Nb. This project took 2hours so would have only been £70 ! We can't do every job for free - but it might not it be as expensive as you think to hire us !! Drop us a line and ask !...See MoreREMODEL 1980's HOUSE EXTERIOR MORE CONTEMPORARY
Comments (15)Brian, I say it, as I see it, perhaps in a nice way, but this is not flattery ;) I really like your idea and I think that your project can really be a start of a revolution in style in your area. Maybe revolution is a strong word, but looking at the pictures you've provided of houses in the area, your idea is at least innovative and would bring something new and fresh to the community, which I think would benefit from it. Yes, you are quite right, I am looking at your project from London perspective and that includes things like CCTV and property prices, so my bad here. I could have checked that, but money and values are of secondary priority here. I treat this as great concept, something I enjoy. I tend to do this every time, get the design to absolute perfection and then figure out how to deliver it on a set budget. From experience I know that a lot can be achieved when compromises are made. Besides, on this occasion I have you and I have a feeling you know how to plan things and most importantly you have a vision of what you want. I wasn't that far off then ;) Apologies for adding a couple of years to your calendar. You have a good plan and by the sound of it all figured out too. I hope it will all work out as you 'drafted' ;) Ok, let's get back to it. Numerals - what if you had no curved plexi behind it? Just the numbers set on little rods, so they don't touch the wall and an underglow to it? The risk with perspex mounted on to the wall is that water will sip in behind it and discolour the render. Also after a while you are very likely to get some mossy residue. Just thinking long term here. Thanks for the clarification on the fencing, that makes total sense now. I will drop in to the ideabook some examples of grey that I have in mind. Perhaps that will convince the missis to give it a green light. I know that it all costs, but do consider electrics for the gate and even if the budget won't allow for it initially, you can at a minimal expense make preparations for later i.e. runners, electrics etc. so when you are ready it will be an easy and straight forward fit. I know that letter box is probably the least of your worries at this stage, but it's good to plan to the tiniest detail. Makes life easier later on. I wasn't sure where the bins were and thinking in London terms I thought they would naturally be at the front ;) I'm sure that house prices will soon pick up in Hereford too. Seems to be a trend everywhere over the years with London leading the way in a sometimes ridiculous way. I see your idea now. Yes. I'm saying that with just a surface feel of the interior, but I love oak and it works very well in modern designs, especially combined with glass. I even have a company in mind that does structural oak work and it is spectacular. Have a look at their website http://www.oakmasters.co.uk maybe you'll get some ideas from there too. That is some entry hall! With 21m square, double height, oak beams with glass letting all the daylight in. I see why you really want it ;) I actually sat back for a good few minutes imagining how all that would look. I will say this (not flattery by any means) - kudos ;) Don't let go of this idea, make it happen. Funny you mentioned the rear garden. Just today I have stumbled on a photo of one, which I thought you might like and that would work with the whole contemporary transformation of the outside. Naturally, you would replace the paving stones with your tiles. What do you think of it? Also, how to you feel about lights being mounted in the ground rather than lamp posts? This would give you a modern contemporary feel with certain features in the garden being illuminated from below. For example you could have some greenery planted around such light, which in turn would give them a very nice warm glow in the evening/night. One last thing on the garden, how do you feel about barbecue or an open pit? This could be a focal point of the garden. As to the height of the fence, this is just my personal preference, so as we are sharing ideas here I thought it will be worth mentioning. It's so refreshing to hear that you want to have your gate opened most of the time. I really appreciate the perspective you are giving me on certain things. 4 metres tall hedges?! That is well high! I'm surprised nobody picked on that ;) I think we have covered quite a lot and looking at all of our conversation we have discussed so many aspects. Thank you for the recognition, perhaps I should get a job as a planner or in politics ;) It is a pleasure to collaborate with you and I can't wait to see your new plans for the entrance with bedroom enlargement....See MoreHelp giving the front of this house kerb appeal
Comments (11)Hello Sally, some good advice above and nice before and after pics from celerygirl. To give you an idea of what a part rendered, part timber clad 1970s house could look like, I've attached a before and after pic of a remodel we recently designed for a client (this was a 2-storey side extension, losing the garage and re-positioning the front entrance and internal layout). Decide upon whether you actually need a major change to your house, or just want something cosmetic to improve the way you feel about it. Re-positioning the front door, updating the windows/garage door and rendering/cladding might be enough? Whatever you decide to do, make it the right choice for your lifestyle needs and the best possible version you can afford. Good luck with whatever option you decide to take. Regards, Jo at Orange Key...See MorePlease vote on my Project
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