If you’re considering making changes to your property, then you might look to improve the way it looks from the outside. This applies especially if you’re going to be selling the property, since ‘curb appeal’ can easily turn the head of your would-be buyers, and help to turn a viewing into an offer.
Let’s consider a few of the ways in which your property might be made that much more appealing.
Enhancing Curb Appeal with Landscaping
The front of your property matters a great deal. You can add new plants, or use pathways and effective outdoor lighting to draw the eye toward focal elements, like the porch and front door.
If you’re like many homeowners in the UK, then you might be concerned about the state of the environment. You can minimise the environmental impact of your landscaping project by bringing in drought-resistant plants, rainwater harvesting, and plenty of wild, free-growing elements.
Upgrading Windows and Doors
As well as the look of your property, you might also consider how it performs when it comes to energy efficiency. The windows and doors will be a natural point of weakness, here. Replacing older windows and doors with double-glazed new ones will tend to improve performance. Look for designs that do this, while still complementing the overall style of the property.
In some cases, however, you might find that double-glazing is not an option, because of planning restrictions placed on older properties. In this instance, you might look at alternatives, like secondary glazing.
Refreshing the Exterior Paint or Cladding
Your home might be covered in various kinds of cladding, paintwork, or rendering. In the case of cladding, there might even be heat efficiency gains to be made. Rendering might also conceal the brickwork, which can be good if the brickwork is beginning to show signs of age.
When choosing your materials, here, you might want to consider environmental factors as well as aesthetic ones. Choose paints that are low in volatile organic compounds, and kinds of cladding that can cope with severe weather.
Improving Outdoor Living Spaces
It’s often a good idea to think of your outdoor living space as an extension of your lounge. You can make it more fully functional during summer with the addition of patios, decking, and pergolas. Think about the local climate and how you’ll be able to get the best possible use of the space. Weather-resistant furniture, heating systems, and festoon lights can all make a difference.
Incorporating Classic and Modern Facade Elements
While it’s often a good idea to make a statement, the front of your property should also, ideally, make use of tried-and-tested principles. Get things wrong, after all, and you’ll have to live with the consequences for a long time.
In many cases, this means combining traditional materials with contemporary design sensibilities. Bricks tend to provide texture and durability to your home, and they can be arranged in a variety of ways. Thus, they are a great option for the façade!
Roof Renovations and Maintenance
The roof over your head plays a critical role in the performance of your property. Look for durable, good-looking roofing materials, and make use of insulation to keep your costs down. If your roof faces south, you might also install solar panels. These will help to drive down your energy bills, and – in many cases – they won’t impact the look of the property too drastically.
