Advice and ideas needed on how to add curb appeal
Ali Roff
4 years ago
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Comments (14)thank you tez, I like the porch idea, the entrance would be to the side of the house and if I could afford and permitable I would do a side extension but it's an overkill as the space is enough currently, maybe a small porch style roof over the entry way, I have saved examples of these. I've never thought of using a gate, wouldnt it be a hassle to open and close the gate when parking? but it's a good security feature specially around kids. we need to consider postman too. the side space is being considered for parking as the house entrance is there. and having hedging or planting at the front...See MoreHow to add character and kerb appeal?
Comments (25)I am with many commenters on the oak porch idea and maybe rendering the brick section also. I think that would look really stunning! Definitely get rid of the odd door if there is no practical use for it. I also think white windows would probably freshen the place up quite a bit and help it look a little less dated but still with plenty of character. It really is a beautiful space to work with! Lovely property! Also grab a couple tall trees in nice pots for either side of the porch it always adds a touch of grandeur and elegance!...See MoreShady Gardener - My plans to add curb appeal
Comments (16)Hi Patrina, I agree gardening is excellent therapy, especially when recovering from an illness. I can only do short bursts of work in my garden due to arthritis - there isn’t a bit of my body that hasn’t been affected! Despite this I’ve got loads of plants crammed in all over the place. I just love plants. I can see you love a formal garden, so here are plants that I think would suit you. None of them need pruning or faffing with, apart from watering in their first year. Viburnum tinus (evergreen with white flowers in winter 6’ tall), Euonymus (evergreen variegated leaves, low growing but spreading habit and can be clipped), Choysia ternata Sundance (evergreen bright yellow leaves, white flowers, about 5’) Hydrangeas (there are many varieties, all stunning). These do need a prune in spring. Cistus (evergreen, about 2-3 ft tall, smothered in white or pink flowers). Trachelospernum jasminoides the Star Jasmine. Evergreen climber with heavily scented white flowers in summer. Needs a warm sheltered spot. Ceanothus. Evergreen shrub with beautiful blue flowers in early summer. Acer palmatum (Japanese Maple) - decidious small trees with green, yellow or purple leaves which turn a stunning red in autumn. Need dappled shade. These can be underplanted with perennials for added colour such as hardy Geraniums, Crocosmia, Hemerocallis, Doronicums, Erigeron etc. Heres some pics: Cistus Acers Ceanothus Viburnum tinus...See MoreAny tips to add curb appeal to the front of our house
Comments (28)I would be inclined to tackle the lawn first. The house is symmetrical but the lawn isn’t making the frontage appear out of kilter. A photo of the entire frontage, possibly without the car, would be useful to see the entire lawn and gravelled area to determine how best to transform it. What do you have across the front boundary? Is it open or is there a garden wall or hedge? Meanwhile might I suggest simple changes such as removing the hanging basket brackets. To kill two birds with one stone, train an evergreen scrub either side of the door to disguise the soil pipe and visually widen the front door giving it prominence. Chose something that tolerates pruning into a formal shape. Formal climbing plants under the windows would soften the front elevation too. You have one light beside the door and another at the corner. I would remove them and replace with a lantern above the front door. If you need lighting at the corner of the house then maybe locate something discrete on the side elevation. I agree with an earlier comment it is better not to power wash. The patina achieved through age better suits this style of house. The same applies to repointing. If it doesn’t need it then best to leave well alone....See More
Sonia
4 years agoI really like it, such an nice, open feel. I can just see your neighbour on the left has clad theirs but I would imagine that’s quite pricey? I agree the grass triangle could be dug over and some shrubs and flowers added for interest.
Ali Roff thanked SoniaAli Roff
4 years agoThanks guys - love these landscaping ideas! Will also look into replacing the window - I think we are going to convert the garage so at the least we can consider this for the new windows we install here.
It is kind of in the countryside - Chislehurst in Kent - so kind of in between but definitely not rural! My husband and I mocked up an idea of what we had been thinking before your suggestions
... see attached... what do you guys think? forgive my crap photoshop skills,...
kazzh
3 years ago
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