We’ve made it through April showers and May flowers; June is here, and summer has finally begun! Besides relaxed routines, family vacations, and lake days, summer is also a time for exterior home updates. Whether you’re looking to add curb appeal, create spaces for outdoor hosting, increase resale value, or update your home’s style this summer, our team is here to help. Read on below for 6 exterior home update ideas!
Outdoor Hosting
Summer in the Twin Cities is all about enjoying the great outdoors. When the majority of the year is snowy and cold, you live it up when the sun shines! Hosting in the backyard is one of summer’s great joys; whether it’s grilling dinner on the deck, watching the sunset from the porch swing, or unwinding with friends around the bonfire. We’ll help you create your outdoor oasis, from patios to screened porches to outdoor kitchens!
Landscaping
Everything looks better with plants – lush landscaping is key to improving any home’s curb appeal! Not only do trees and plants positively impact the environment, but they also bring visual interest through color, texture, and pattern. Additionally, gardening is a lifelong hobby that keeps you moving outside while bettering your home. One of our favorite current landscaping trends is native pollinator gardens, which cater to bees, butterflies, and birds by offering the flowering plants that provide pollen and shelter.
Maintenance
Regular maintenance is a crucial piece of the home improvement puzzle. An exterior in disrepair sends a lasting message, one that guests often carry into their impression of your home’s interior. Keeping your siding, roof, gutters, sidewalks, and driveway in good shape keeps your home safe and in working order. Consistent home maintenance is an investment in your property that always pays off in the long run.
Universal Design
Emphasizing safety and accessibility above all else, universal design fosters environments that can be used by the broadest range of people, regardless of their age, size, ability, or disability. In particular, if aging in place is part of your long-term plan, then universal design will serve you well. Countless improvements increase your home’s accessibility, from clear pathways to motion-activated lights to entry ramps and railings.
Energy Efficiency
When it comes to keeping your home in working order, energy efficiency is a game-changer. Building design and technology have come a long way in recent decades; investing in new windows, doors, siding, or roofing can drastically improve energy costs. Lowering monthly bills makes a difference to anyone’s budget, but exterior updates also boost curb appeal and keep your home feeling comfortable no matter the temps outside.
Fresh Style
We’ve talked a lot about practical repairs throughout this blog, but sometimes our clients want to refresh their home’s style. Never discount the impact of a fresh coat of paint, new shutters, updated house numbers, a new mailbox, or a different garage door style. Are you stuck on what changes to make or need help discerning your style? That’s where our team of experienced professionals will guide you seamlessly through the design process.
Ready to Start?
If this list inspired you to update your home, please get in touch! We’d love to meet in person to discuss your ideas, budget, and project goals.
