How to improve this facade?
This is the front of my house and it needs some art deco advice. A bit more information: this is located in a battle axe and is in the rear of the property. No one sees the façade except us or some occasional guests. What should I do to make it look nice and welcoming. Funny, that many pizza deliveries have come to my doorstep, whereas they were intended for the property in front. Some also thought that my house is the garage of the front property. I can't complain, I live in an excellent neighbourhood and surrounded by good neighbours. I just want some great ideas before I start any projects.
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11 years agoAdding some raw timber would look good,maybe some awnings over the windows in timber and over the garage
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11 years ago
11 years agoI think that the right hand side of the house from the entry seems cut off or missing something. If you could fill this void with a horizontal structure and add those agave in 3 matching large pots for a start.
Another idea with gates & a simple pergola ( I couldn't find your colours )...
- 11 years ago
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