When we think about improving our homes, most of us remember interior decor. We want to change the style and wonder how much change we should make and how expensive it will be. If you’re interested in technology, you might be thinking about that home theater or making your house smart. That is perfectly reasonable as we spend almost all of our time indoors, and we want to make it as comfortable as possible.
However, once you’re more than happy with your interior, there’s still a lot that can be done to make your house beautiful. Exteriors are often overlooked, but when done well, they can add new dimensions and open spaces that can be used in your home. That not only makes your home much more beautiful but also increases your house’s value if it goes up for sale.
Lighting makes a huge difference
Lighting is usually underestimated in what it can do for your home. It has the potential to transform your exteriors from something nondescript into something magical, sophisticated, or into anything aesthetic you want.
To get the best out of your home, employ experts to install your landscape lighting. If you have some ideas about how you’d like to illuminate your exterior, speak to the installers. Any installer worth their salt will listen, and if you feel that your ideas are not being heard, there are others to consider. However, there’s a lot that an expert will know that will bring your house to life that you may not have considered.
There are different types of lighting, with various strengths and colors. Where should you place it? Do you want a soft, welcoming glow, or do you want a more dramatic effect? It’s best to tell an installer about your overall vision and then let them bring your vision to life.
There’s also the fact that outside lighting makes your home safer. With fewer darkened areas, not only will any security cameras have better and fuller coverage, but the light will also help deter any intruders.
Landscape
To get the best out of your lighting, consider if your exterior is at its best. That could mean anything from making sure your lawn is trimmed to overhauling your walkway completely.
Flagstone paving makes a statement. It not only looks great but also conveys the sense that this is a home that’s had a lot of care and attention put into it. If you ever put your home up for sale, flagstone paving is a good indicator that the internal of the house is probably in order, as people are more willing to improve interiors before they improve exteriors.
If you don’t want to plunge into a project as extensive as paving, buy some potted trees or plants and place them around the house’s exterior. They’ll look great in the day with a natural touch, and at night, they’ll give a focal point for any lighting you install.
A home is not only the comfort you feel when your inside; it’s the whole feel of the property that extends beyond the main building. Lighting and landscaping are two ways to lift any home, and when done right, they can dramatically transform your home.
