Front of house upgrade
65 Curl
8 years ago
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jbantick
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Comments (3)(Assuming the exterior cladding is a weatherboard/timber cladding of some description.) Taking it a step further, if you like the timber look but don't want too much maintenance, I'd recommend a timber batten soffit lining similar to the image attached. Although i cant find my preferred image at the moment the detail is definitely a point of difference if painted in a dark grey/charcoal on a white house. It really emphasises the depth of the eave and creates another texture without completing with what you have. Regards, Peita De Trizio...See MoreFront windows and balustrade upgrade.
Comments (8)We live in a similar aged blond brick apartment building and are in the process of upgrading balustrading and common areas. After much research, we have decided to go with a stainless steel and glass system to bring it up to compliance standard and give it a much needed facelift. Frosted glass for the lower levels for privacy. This is still a work in progress (having matching curtains or blinds would make a big difference, but it's difficult getting owners to comply). I'd say that new modern balustrading, new uniform awnings and consistent painted white trim (lower level unit needs to paint their timber windows and doors) would make a big difference. Using mid or dark grey as a highlight is a popular choice for modernising older brick buildings. Perhaps painting the cream slab would add some contrast to the facade, or maybe going with a darker colour blind....See MoreSuggestions on how to 'jazz up' the front of red brick home
Comments (13)This is a nice simple style of home that's not going to date too badly. I agree with the above suggestions except for painting. Once you paint you can't go back. You'll always have to paint from then on. A simple timber front patio would look great (floor only). Modern landscaping, stencilled driveway (if budget permits) & then the widened entry (if budget permits). I think the most important element is the landscaping. Mass planting of only a few types of plants will have a great effect. Ask nursery staff for advice. Take a photo with you. Good luck & have fun :)...See MoreHow to update the front of this house?
Comments (35)I would avoid grey tsunami too and I love the colour of the red bricks which I would focus on highlighting instead. I would take out the dull dark green bushes in front of the wall and plant a 'Starburst' Honey Locust which has brighter, lacey, yellow-green leaves. This variety is very user friendly as it grows quickly, leaves decompose quickly and it is very 'dry' tolerant once established. Or have a look at the houzz article 'Dutch Houzz: A Run-Down Nursery Estate is back in full bloom (photo 2) [https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/dutch-houzz-a-run-down-nursery-estate-is-back-in-full-bloom-stsetivw-vs~60914085?utm_source=Houzz[(https://www.houzz.com.au/magazine/dutch-houzz-a-run-down-nursery-estate-is-back-in-full-bloom-stsetivw-vs~60914085?utm_source=Houzz&utm_campaign=u2489&utm_medium=email&utm_content=gallery10) for how to complement red brick with colour. Your brickwork looks like an orange-based red rather than a blue-based one while the garage door and guttering looks blue-based which is why the clash from the street perhaps. I would paint those and the wood fence instead of the brick....See More65 Curl
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