Remodeling to Boost Curb Appeal in 2022 (and 4 Design Ideas to Stay On-Trend and On Budget!)
One of every realtor’s top five tips for a home seller is to invest in the home’s curb appeal. They’ll always remember “The One with the Amazing Porch” or “The One with the Great Walkway.”
Whether you’re trying to sell your home in 2022 or are remodeling to update your home’s exterior, it can be useful to have a professional’s help. A professional designer can help you come up with a plan to turn your vision into a reality.
A home designer can help you by taking measurements at your home and then using that information to draft a vision for your remodel and even creating a personalized 3D rendering. They can also help you create a plan for your remodel and recommend trusted builders. You will want a home designer to be your first stop when remodeling.
Look for a designer who is on the cutting edge of home exterior trends, especially if you are hoping to modernize the façade of your home to make it more appealing to potential homebuyers.
Here are 4 design tips to boost curb appeal while staying on-trend and on budget:
1. Garage Doors with Vertical Column Windows
Garage doors with a stack of vertical windows are trendy and pack major curb appeal. Garage doors with plain windows and even 8-pane windows block a lot of natural light. Vertical windows on your garage door will allow lots of radiant daylight into your space, converting it into a functional and airy workspace where you can woodwork, paint, lift, or perform your favorite hobby.
These interesting doors also have the bonus of acting as a sort of “night light” for the front of your home. At night, if you leave the garage light on, a soft glow will highlight your home’s exterior. It is certainly a breathtaking effect and adds nighttime curb appeal.
-Tip: Another gorgeous and modern option is to go for the all window option which is a flush panel of windows on the garage door. This is a very high-tech look and is on-trend for homebuyers in 2022.
2. Wood and stone elements
Wood, stone, brick, and other sustainable and natural elements are on-trend for 2022. While it may not be practical for your entire façade to be constructed of these often expensive materials, it can truly help your house stand out in the neighborhood to include pops of these elements throughout.
3. Large Straight line and picture windows
Large straight-line, and large picture windows became popular for home exteriors in 2019 and they seem to be here to stay. The bigger the window the better for this year’s homebuyer! Large, straight-line windows are sure to help your home attract the perfect buyer or impress the neighbors from the curb. These windows also allow a ton of amazing light into your floor plan making it a place you will want to stay to enjoy.
4. Pops of Color and Neutral Tones or Pops of Color and Dark Tones
Neutral tones are just as popular in 2022 as ever. Dark Tones are also quite trendy and are a slightly bolder choice for your home’s pallet. Pops of color on the garage door, shutters, or front door add curb appeal when done right. Some great color choices for adding color to your pallet are navy or red and can make traditionally colored trim stand out quite nicely.
-Tip: Be sure to keep your home’s color palette to a maximum of 3 shades.
Revamping the exterior of your home can make it feel a lot fresher. If you’re ready to feel inspired and amazed every time you walk in your front door, then give us a call!
If you are in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, or Tulsa, Oklahoma, and are looking to connect with a designer who is on the cutting edge of home exterior design trends, let's talk today!