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Advice on modernising the front of our house

2 years ago

We would Love your opinions on what you would do to improve the front of our house. We have recently had the drive done , and now want to spruce up the front profile of the house. It needs new windows anyway as most have blown , so grey windows, grey cladding , and Rendear the bottom maybe? Any ideas appreciated thanks

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Felicity Jasmine Interiors
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
Hello! Love the new driveway!! I think rendering the bottom and painting white would look really nice with the contrast of the darker roof tiles. To match the white cladding, if it is possible it might be worth looking at doing something similar on the roof extension on the other side as well. Darker grey/black windows would then make a fabulous contrast! To finish it off some lovely plants would look fab against the wall. There are some great images online for inspiration! It would probably be worth discussing with a builder further to check any plans and checking for any permissions you might need with the Council. Good luck!!
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2 years ago
Thanks for the ideas!
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