Sparkling Christmas Suburban Home

They also want to make it a special Christmas, with lots of thoughtful touches for the family. Their traditions include cutting their own Christmas tree, baking cookies and making a gingerbread house. It’s their favorite time of year. In the past, though, the outside of their house has been ignored. One string of lights was all they had last year. This year they're getting a sparkling look featuring gold and silver stars.

• Paint house tan to match stucco and create a cohesive look
  
• Paint trim, to add richness and depth
  
• Add new front door to replace dated one
  
• New panels on garage door to update look
  
• Add an arbor to draw attention away from garage
  
• Add new pathway to front door – line with flagstone
  
• Add two posts and walkway to emphasize new entry
  
• Repave driveway with flagstone paving material
  
• New lights, address numbers, bench
  
• Plants and flowers to add more color to front yard

• Four giant metallic paper stars to decorate the roof and yard
  
• Garland made from greens and Banksias flowers above the windows
  
• Groupings of topiaries adorned with gold and silver ribbon and star embellishments throughout the yard
  
• River rocks painted to glitter and glow all year long
  
• Large grapevine balls filled with lights to illuminate the trees at night
  
• Dozens of lanterns dressed with silver and gold beads and ribbon will line their pathway, guiding visitors through the winter nights
  
• Planting pots wrapped in silver and gold paper reminiscent of holiday gifts
  
• Cornucopias to flank the entryway filled with seasonal greens and festive decorations
  
• Wreath for the front entry featuring photos of family and loved ones