10 Ways to Make Your New Home Stand Out 

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10 Ways to Make Your New Home Stand Out 

Buying a house, especially your first house, is such an exciting time. Attending all the open houses, all the hours dedicated to researching neighbourhoods/school districts, not to mention the feeling of falling in love with a house that you just know is going to become your home. Once you’ve been through all of that and arrived safely on the other side as proud new homeowners, here are 10 ways that you can ensure your home stands out, but in a good way… 

Front Door 

Much like the eyes are the windows to the soul, your front door is the window to your home. The door is usually the focal point of the outside of your home. As much as this door needs to be functional, being the main point of entry into your home, it can also be spectacular. Your front door doesn’t have to be up their all on its own, you can add an archway to build a dramatic atmosphere for your guests to enter through – who doesn’t love a bit of drama from time to time? 

Garden 

Your garden should be your second biggest priority when it comes to making your new home appealing. Gardens can say so much about the people who own them, they are often considered to be an extension of your identity. No truer words have ever been said, tidy people generally have tidy gardens and vice versa for the inverse of that statement. Put a bit of effort into researching landscaping options that work for you and your family. You can either go the professional route or do it yourself and stick to keeping things easy to maintain. 

Exterior 

The exterior of your home doesn’t have to be bland. Neutral is normally best, it ages well and stays classic. If you want to, you can paint the exterior walls of your home in any color you like – word of advice though – keep it classy. Check with your neighbors to see if there are any ordinances that you need to be aware of, some don’t appreciate brightly colored homes. 

Driveway 

The driveway of a property is often the first thing you notice when driving past. A modern driveway style will instantly add to the curb appeal of your elegant home. Be creative with your planning, you can use concrete, bricks, pavers, and even cobblestone to make your driveway look as good as the rest of your home. Concrete is a firm favorite for contemporary homes because they add to the aesthetic that is created by the rest of the house whilst also being impressively durable against the elements. 

Main Gate 

The main gate to your property needs to be something that suits the house that lies behind it. There is no point in having a colossal and ornate main gate when all it does is lead to a 2-bedroom cottage on a small piece of land. Think of the main gate to your home like the jewelry, if you’re wearing a t-shirt then you don’t need a diamond necklace. The main gate to the properties leading to homes for sale in Spanish Fort Alabama should be quietly understated whilst still commanding respect and admiration from people passing by. 

 Windows 

The windows of your home are an important part of the overall look of the house. Windows come in a variety of different designs and sizes and can make all the difference when it comes to making your home stand out from the rest. Minimalism is a well-loved trend for windows, but if your heart lies with flower boxes and plant boxes then, go right ahead. The main thing to keep in mind during this entire process is to make sure that you are happy because, at the end of the day, that is all that matters. 

Furniture 

Your furniture will be the one thing that will either make or break your home’s aesthetic value. It doesn’t matter how good the bones are of the house, or how much natural light it gets if your furniture is old and outdated. There are so many different interior design companies or smaller (read more affordable) interior decorators that you can hire if you don’t trust your judgment. Most designer furniture companies will have lifestyle photographs on their websites and social media page – alternatively, you can find the best inspiration with just a quick search on Pinterest. 

Mailbox 

Your mailbox is more than just a letterbox. Your mailbox sets the tone for what your neighbors can expect from you – if it is old and outdated then you probably are too. You don’t have to go the cliché route of painting your name on it unless you want to, of course. There are thousands of different options available to browse through, I can guarantee that you find one that you will love just as much as you love your new home. 

Garage 

Everyone knows that a garage frames the house, not only that but it adds value to your property. Your garage completes your home so you need to make sure that the finish is perfect. Garage doors can be made out of several different types of material and they each have their own unique set of benefits that they add to the overall look of your home. Choose wisely when painting or wrapping your garage doors because one wrong move can ruin the first impression that your house makes. 

Fence 

The number one reason we have fences around our properties is indeed from a safety aspect, there is no denying that. However, fences are so much more than just for protecting what is on the inside. Your fence or wall will play a massive role in how your home is viewed by potential buyers or even just onlookers. Think of it as the packaging that houses your home – the best part is that it will also dictate the level of privacy that you will be afforded when you’re living there.