There’s nothing worse than driving down a street and noticing all the houses look the same. This is boring from a design standpoint, and it brings down the entire appeal of the block to potential buyers. Don’t give up hope if your house seems a bit bland, though. There are ways to make your cookie-cutter home more unique, which you can read about below. Follow this advice so that people will stop in their tracks to see your place.
Lovely Landscaping
You should never ignore how the exterior of your home looks because it’s the first thing people notice. Think about hiring a professional landscaper to do some work for you if you need help. I added a few colorful flowers to the front of my home, and the entire space feels transformed. Those who don’t want to spend the cash hiring a pro can do projects themselves this summer. For example, you can be like me and blast some 90s pop while painting your front door so that it stands out more from the others on the block.
Textural Experimentation
Your home should equally wow folks when they see its interior. Don’t be like everyone else and paint the walls beige to appeal to the masses. Instead, consider ways to add velvet to your home. People will be in awe of a velvet couch in the family room since it’s so unexpected. Also, don’t shy away from wallpaper. Many homeowners have misconceptions about wallpaper because it’s hard to hang. But using it can be so worth it in the end, and there are designer options out there that’ll make your walls stand out from other houses.
Funky Furniture
Don’t get me wrong; I love a comfy sectional as much as the next girl. Yet, we all know these pieces of furniture lose their shape within a year of having them. Rather than pick out something obvious, why not try out something funky that people have never seen before? Instead of an armchair, get a massive, cozy beanbag chair that will leave people talking. If that’s not your thing, pay attention to the angles of everything you buy. Modern furniture is all about sharp lines and straight edges, so look for these if that’s more your style.
These are just a few ways to make your cookie-cutter home more unique this summer. Transforming your home so that it stands out will bring you a level of confidence you didn’t know you had. Who knows—you might even attract the wandering eye of someone who wants to buy it.
