The exterior sets the stage on how the home will be perceived, which is why many people are putting that much thought to the exterior as much as the interior. The good thing is, the modern exterior is not bound to the usual box designs and traditional elements; it has now been a place where aesthetic and functionality can happen simultaneously. The home exterior includes not only the façade and roofing, but also encompasses even the whole outdoor space. If you are limited to the two, chances are, you will have limited ideas on how to optimize your space. Choosing which design elements to include is the crucial part to this project, and we’re glad to recommend some of the best alternative finishing materials that’s sure to fit even with any design style you want. Below are classic, fool proof ways to improve your exterior.
1. Great Color Palette
Having a good color palette lays the foundation of how the exterior is perceived. Our color choices affect more than the perception of oneself— it carries with it the cultural, architectural, and marketability of the property. Since colors strike the passersby first, you can imbibe certain reactions from other people and even personal satisfaction. A simple example would be the warm colors’ ability to evoke passion, drive, and happiness, in contrast to cool colors’ ability to evoke calmness and serenity. Neutral tones offer balance and harmony between the two. In selecting a color for your exterior, do visualize how it will interact with the existing elements in your space. Do not be afraid of experimenting with loud colors, so long as you can match it with the right ones. Place these bright, loud, secondary colors in the accents and detailing, and finish up the rest with a muted primary color. This way, you can still include your personal style and create a harmonious and visually appealing design.
2. Durable Finishing Material
Having a “perfect” exterior does not only consider style and visual appearance. It also considers how much an exterior is prepared for weather irregularities and external elements, and how it responds to moisture and pests or anything that can deteriorate its look. Having a durable finishing material can make your work easier initially, and for years to come by making cleaning and maintenance easier and cheaper. After all, what truly matters is the safety and protection of the people residing. Modern finishing materials like WPC Siding and WPC Outdoor Fluted offer excellent weather resistance that guarantees safety of the family. Moreover, these modern materials are available in natural colors, mimicking the appearance of wood without its hefty price.
3. Careful attention to Accents and Accessories
Accents and accessories are what makes your space unique, and what makes any space, you. A bright red mailbox on the porch, a stone statue of a Greek goddess in the garden, or even the matching colors of the space. Filipino exteriors are often seen with natural materials like wood, bamboo, and stone incorporated somewhere outside. In some places, you can even spot a Bahay Kubo for added functionality and rustic charm. Nowadays, people are charmed by including home plants they can take care of. By including accents and accessories, you must consider its scale, color, and visual weight. By doing so, the attractive element can be the perfect ending to your exterior.
4. Precision down to the minor details.
In the process of elevating your exterior, do not forget to improve the existing elements in your space. Roof and facade care can make a big difference, since they take up the majority of the space. A dilapidated roof or a facade with poor condition will indicate that a property has not been taken care of properly, and the repair and maintenance cost will cost higher than usual. The eaves, although commonly forgotten, greatly affects the overall look of the home. More than its aesthetic purposes, it can serve as protection for the underside, prevent water from seeping in, and keep pests away from living on the roof edges. For this purpose, we recommend the use of PVC Soffit.
The exterior can do much more than beautify—-you can aim to improve the outdoor space by adding functionalities, raise the value of the home for selling, or just simply to add your personal flair. Designing the outdoor space can be daunting and overwhelming, but with the right tips and direction, you can transform your exterior into a space that you and your family can enjoy. Decocity offers finishing materials best used for the outdoors, including Outdoor WPC Column, PVC Soffit, WPC Decking, WPC Siding, and WPC Outdoor Fluted.
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