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How to improve the exterior look of our 70's bungalow

3 years ago

We have a 70's bungalow in the countryside, its high up and over looks fields at the front and back. Im really into the country look. Do you have any suggestions on improving the external look so it looks more countryfied and not to 70's? I was thinking maybe rendered with agate grey windows and a new door, but finding it hard to visualise and dont want to make the wrong decision.

Not sure if the left window needs replacing with one with more panes/bay/full depth bi-folds etc.

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minnie101
3 years ago
Here’s a similar one where someone did a mock up

https://www.houzz.co.uk/discussions/4574236/what-colour-to-paint-my-bungalow-and-windows

If you want agate windows, I’d go slightly warmer on the render than in the link. I think your front window is fine but agree would change the door and maybe look at landscaping?
Jonathan
3 years ago
Personally I think the wide windows are what betrays this properties age.
If you want a cottage look then you are going to have to change the proportions of the window as well as the style.

As far as how you achieve the cottage look weatherboarding, render, stone facing, painted brick are all solutions
Emily thanked Jonathan
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Jonathan
3 years ago
I saw these pics and thought of this post. They do show that getting the right palate can completely change the feel. I also liked that both of these has added some covered outside space.

Don’t forget that any external remodelling will require planning permission. There are also architects who specialise in exterior remodelling
Jonathan
3 years ago
Although perhaps counterintuitive a dark exterior can sit very comfortably in a green and rural setting

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