A unique and stunning home can be spotted miles away. Granted, you might wonder what can you do to make your home stand out. 

In our day and age, there is a plethora of antiques and garden paraphernalia items that you could add; nevertheless, you don’t want to overdo things and make your home look out of touch. Below, we provide a few helpful tips on where to start.

The Landscaping

If you have a front yard, that’s a good place to start. For starters, you will want to ensure that the landscaping is gorgeous. To that end, you can begin by including a collection of flowers and evergreens, whether they are potted or planted, to decorate your entrance. You can mix and match your collection to include structured elements like boxwoods or topiaries with looser flowers like Dianthus or hollyhocks; these can make your landscaping more appealing and stunning to look at. As a word of caution, it’s best to include only two colourful blooms with varying shades of green; otherwise, your house might look like a circus. 

To top things off, add a small bench or two chairs on the side in your welcoming seating area to encourage you to step outside and connect with the neighbourhood. Finally, when things have taken shape, don’t neglect your front porch; pruning is essential. Pay attention to large trees, ensure all dead branches are collected, and remove any shrubs growing out of your front windows; this will make your home appealing. 

Exterior Paint

You can’t go wrong with white, as many designers testify; white is the ideal colour that’s inviting and classic to paint your front door. It creates a soft, welcoming look that’s both warm and classic. Once you have painted your front door with a fresh, clean white coat, pay attention to your entryway. To make it more inviting, consider adding a few stylish planters or potted plants, which can add a touch of elegance to any space. They also personalize a space and contribute to the sense of tranquility, making your space more inviting. 

Lighting

Lighting is not only important for your home’s curb appeal, but it also enhances the safety and security of your home. Well-placed lights make it easier for you to navigate your surroundings. As a start, you don’t need to stop at the porch lights; you can consider adding path lights and other landscape lights to add a decorative touch to your home and elevate its appearance. A few designers recommend including a combination of statement scones, subtle pathway lights, and stringed lights on the trees during summer to enhance the look of your front yard.

Statement Door

Your front door is the first place your visitors see; that’s why it is important to personalize it elegantly. You can include decorative glass for natural light or paint it another bold colour. Some have also decided to include a wreath not only during the holidays but throughout different seasons of the year. You can also consider adding a unique door knocker to personalize things a bit more. Some have opted to go for a lion’s head door knocker, a fox, or a basket motif. Finally, don’t forget the house numbers; it’s always nice to go for big, bold, large numbers that stand out from the crowd. 

Regardless of how you choose to decorate your home, many designers encourage staying true to your sense of personal style; this will make your decorative experience more authentic!

David Messiha | Staff Writer