Bold Look on a Budget

The owners of this large, six year old beige-colored home refer to it as an apartment building. A remodel using simple, low-cost projects adds charm and makes the home more personal and welcoming.

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Before

Homeowner Ruth Mims and her daughter Alexis bought their home six years ago and are eager to make some improvements. They're most excited about spicing up the home with color and landscaping. Designer Mark Pellegrino helps Ruth and Alexis add character to the home with touches of color and decoration, which will also help make the home appear smaller and cozier.

After

Here's how they accomplish it:

paint the trim, garage, and decks a rich, red-brown
new shutters on the windows
new teak patio furniture for the decks
a fence goes in on the right of the house to separate it from the hillside
slate tile goes down on the walkway
a plaster shield & swag ornament goes over the front door
stain the front door red
put up a trellis with bougainvillea next to the garage
new landscaping: purple and orange flowers along the foundation, boulders in the front yard to add depth
other accents: copper mailbox, new house numbers, colorful cushions for the patio furniture, and brightly colored hand blown glass lights