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Help with ideas to modernise the front of the house

2 years ago

New to the forums, but looks like a great place to start with ideas. Looking at options for door and window upgrades as well as general thoughts on modernisation.

Thanks!

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rinked
2 years ago
Looks ok to me. Might want to remove the shutters and take another picture.

The shape of the house will keep it somewhat traditional, might as well go with it.

What about it you like the least? Color, shape?

A square gate and some landscaping might help get you started.
Jonathan
2 years ago
A box dormer with a pitched roof over the garage would give the house more presence. And I would rather see the windows with two vertical divisions rather than one uneven division.
Personally I don’t mind the shutters and think their removal will likely show paint on the brickwork which is unsightly
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Chris Wilson
Original Author
2 years ago
Thanks both. Replacement door and windows in the plan. Stick with white or consider modern door and colour scheme?
Jonathan
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Personally I like a pale coloured or white window next to a dark brick. I think you can have any colour for a front door or garage door and I like them to match each other.

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