Exterior Design, Exterior Projects, Home Improvement
When you think of how the exterior of your home looks, you may think it’s pretty set in stone (or brick or siding), but no matter the style of your home’s exterior, there are always things you can do to dramatically change its curb appeal. When people think of sprucing up the exterior of their home they usually think of landscaping, painting or possibly adding some outdoor furniture, but there’s a lot of other things you can do to dramatically change or just update your home’s appearance.
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Whether you want to make updates, add function or completely change the style of your home, these exterior trends can have a big impact. At New Beginnings our experts can help you transform your home’s exterior style, add brand new life and increase the curb appeal of your house.
Two-Tone Exteriors
It may sound bold, but two-tone exteriors are picking up steam as one of 2022’s biggest exterior trends. This trend uses a two-tone color palette on the exterior of a home to add depth and dimension.
This trendy color palette can do a lot for your home’s curb appeal, especially if it’s feeling a little dated or lackluster. By using a two-tone approach, you’ll instantly be adding a layer of interest to your home, making it stand out and highlighting its various features.
All About the Windows
Windows play a big role in many aspects of your home – from the exterior appearance to the amount of natural light you get and the feeling of space. Paying a little extra attention to your home’s windows can help you upgrade your home’s exterior while also introducing added benefits to the inside as well.
Adding windows to your home or expanding the windows your home currently has can completely change its look. Large, over-sized windows can help modernize the look of your home. Large windows can also dramatically change the way the inside of your home feels as well by introducing more natural light and making it feel lighter and more airy.
Add Texture By Mixing Materials
Another trend that has become popular this year is mixing materials on the exterior of homes in order to add interest, character and texture. Most homeowners mainly think of siding when they think of exterior materials, however, there are a lot more opportunities to utilize different materials on your home.
Roofing, fascia and window trim are all great places to experiment with different and contrasting materials. By strategically utilizing these, you’ll create an interesting look that highlights your home’s features and details.
There are a lot of materials to choose from when it comes to the exterior of your home. Natural materials, such as stone and brick can add a lot of value and increase your home’s curb appeal. Concrete siding is another option that can add a contemporary look to your home as well as texture. It doesn’t hurt either that this is a highly durable and low maintenance material. If you’re looking for a bolder look, you could also employ metal elements, such as bronze or copper. For example, a metal roof is a great way to add visual interest and texture to your home’s exterior. If you’re looking for a quicker project, you could also try out metal gutters or front doors to bring a modern touch to your home’s appearance.
Outdoor Workspace
We’ve all seen how work-from-home setups are getting spruced up, but this year, work spaces are making their way to our backyards as well. Outdoor work spaces are intentional areas designed to serve as your own alfresco office. Whether you add a standing desk to your deck or transform your garden shed into a private office, this trend can help you get more out of work and your backyard.
Backyard Oasis
With travel becoming a little more tricky these days, homeowners are instead opting to bring their favorite parts of vacation home by transforming regular backyards into backyard escapes.
Investing in luxurious, resort-style features can dramatically change how you see and enjoy your backyard. When choosing which types of features you should invest in for your backyard, it’s good to think about what types of features you enjoy the most when you’re relaxing on vacation.
For example, maybe a relaxing water feature can bring you tranquility after a long day. Or maybe, you’re ready to invest in a pool that you can enjoy with friends and family. Whatever it is, transforming your backyard into your own getaway is something that will really pay off.
Bold Outdoor Lighting
It’s important to think through lighting when crafting your ideal home exterior. Lighting of course has its practical uses such as providing security and visibility to your home at night, but it also serves an important purpose in the overall look and feel of your home’s exterior.
Many homeowners tend to view lighting as an afterthought and only consider its function, however, the right exterior lighting can dramatically change the overall look of your home. This year, bold, attractive lighting has been a popular trend with homeowners experimenting with lanterns, string lights, path lights and other forms of exterior lighting. There are so many lighting options available today that no matter what style your home is in you can find a lighting fixture to complement it perfectly. If you want something eye-catching, opt for a large, statement light over your front door. When lighting your home’s walkways, you can choose something minimal that’s meant to provide light without standing out, or bold pathway lights that are designed to be seen.
Whether you want to experiment with multiple trends to majorly upgrade your home’s exterior or you want to start by trying just one or two, these trends can do a lot for your home’s curb appeal. Our team has the knowledge and skills to make adding these trends to your home easy and stress-free. We can create the look you’re dreaming of and newfound functionality to make you fall in love with your home all over again.
