Great Remodeling Ideas for a More Modern Home – Part 1: Updating Your Home’s Curb Appeal

Dream homes are typically built from scratch. If you’re raring to have yours but don’t have the luxury to start from nothing, however, don’t fret! You can still have that dream home of yours simply by taking advantage of some great remodeling ideas to update your property, beginning with your exteriors.

Here are some exterior home remodeling ideas to get you started:

Make it neutral and natural

One of the most popular themes in modern home design is combining neutral, flat colors with natural textures. This can easily be achieved, for instance, by using natural wood panels in certain parts of your home’s exterior to complement flat-textured stucco or concrete siding.

Flat tops are back

Looking boxy has never been this good. Flat roofs were often associated with commercial or industrial buildings, but its minimalist appearance has captured the interest of modern home designers around the world. Flat roofs can be made from different materials and are fairly easy to access, making clean up and maintenance a breeze.

Bigger, simpler glass

Too many panels on a window is a characteristic of traditional design. To harness minimalism, you’re going to want to go for a sleeker look with windows featuring larger, resulting in fewer, panels of glass. If you’re worried about letting in too much sunlight in your home, you can take advantage of tinted glass or window treatments like blinds or curtains, which can also be used to boost your home’s interior appearance.

Light ’em up

Who said your home can’t look great when after dark? Modern home design favors adding lights at the right spots, such as wall sconces on columns and along walkways, for both style and function. Your home may look different in the evening but with the right lighting, it can be just as stunning as during the day.

Eager to give the inside of your home a modern boost as well? Head on over to the next part of this blog series to learn more about remodeling ideas designed to update the look of your home’s interior.