If you find yourself in possession of a dirt pile, what are your options? Plant grass, do some xeriscaping, create a bee- and butterfly-friendly garden, buy a lounge chair? That’s pretty much all I can think of, so I was blown away when I saw what this California homeowner ended up with…
Outdoor fall decor tends to be dominated by Halloween, and all the jack-o-lanterns, fake gravestones and giant cobwebs that come with it. Even though we’re getting close to the holiday, you can easily opt for a front porch scheme that will look just as good in November as it does in October.
Just because it’s fall, you don’t have to retire your outdoor furniture (and outdoor entertaining plans). A gorgeous firepit keeps you warm and creates a cozy gathering spot. Though you could opt for a portable firepit, a built-in makes an interesting focal point for your backyard or patio.
I love Halloween, but in the making costumes, eating candy, and drinking a cocktail while asking “and who are you supposed to be?” kind of way. When it comes to the actual scary stuff, I’m the first to cry and run for my life. I jump a foot when a pin drops, fast forward through tense movie scenes, and avoid haunted houses as if my life really depended on it. And thanks to these yards on Instagram, I’m now going to sleep for the next month with all the lights on.
The exterior of Erin’s home was not only weathered and not particularly stylish, it appeared to be falling apart. They decided to tackle a major exterior overhaul while living in the house, and lived to tell the tell. Five weeks later they had a gorgeous new exterior that pays homage to the historic character of her neighborhood.
No matter your level of interest in design in general, decorating your home can be an experience occasionally fraught with stress—like trying to choose between three equally fabulous paint colors, sticking to a budget, or the lingering urge to just get rid of everything and start all over again. However, not every piece in (or outside) your home has to flawlessly interpret your personal style in a new and unique way. A whimsical accessory chosen just for fun’s sake makes a house feel like a home, and acts as a reminder to not take yourself so seriously all the time. Case in point: This assortment of oh-so-cheeky welcome mats.
Stephen and Amy bought their first home together in Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood in 2013. Their home is adorable inside and out, with many of the elements crafted by the couple. There is one small element that I think has a big impact on their home’s curb appeal — and it’s an easy and affordable DIY!
It’s shockingly difficult to add value to your home these days. Only a few projects have a return of over 100 percent, which means that, no matter what improvements you make, chances are good you won’t get all of your money back when you sell your house. This shouldn’t discourage you from making changes however, as there are other great reasons to upgrade and improve certain features — starting with this one, which can be completed in less than one day.
Homes across the world come in a rainbow of colors, but there’s one hue that’s king when it comes to working with just about any style of architecture. It’s not an exterior paint choice for the faint-hearted. But those willing to take the paint plunge will be rewarded with a dramatic curb appeal sure to get the neighbors talking.
(Image credit: Ashley of Retrodent)
Ashley’s adorable home needed a bit of a boost in the exterior paint department. After giving herself permission to just friggin go for it, she decided that they would not only be painting their home sea-foam green, they’d be doing it themselves. Sweat was sweated, paint was painted and a few labor heavy weekends later, a bold and bright house emerged.
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