Photo: Houzz Everybody knows that first impressions are everything, and that’s true for our homes too. If the front of your house doesn’t look great, people will assume the inside doesn’t either. To get you inspired to spruce up your home’s curb appeal, here’s an epic roundup of gorgeous exteriors organized by style. Craftsman … Read more
Sarah Everett Staff Writer Sarah is a staff writer at Apartment Therapy. She completed her MA in journalism at the University of Missouri and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Belmont University. Past writing and editing stops include HGTV Magazine, Nashville Arts Magazine, and several outlets local to her hometown, Columbia, Missouri.
The eyes may be the window to the soul, but the front door is the gateway to your home. And it turns out, the color of your home’s front door plays an incredibly influential role in how much money prospective buyers are willing to pay for it. A new study just released by Zillow evaluated … Read more
Sarah Everett Staff Writer Sarah is a staff writer at Apartment Therapy. She completed her MA in journalism at the University of Missouri and has a bachelor’s degree in journalism from Belmont University. Past writing and editing stops include HGTV Magazine, Nashville Arts Magazine, and several outlets local to her hometown, Columbia, Missouri.
The type of fence you install on the perimeter of your property is about more than just enhanced curb appeal — it’s about creating privacy and security. These are things that you no doubt value as a homeowner, and if you’re looking to sell your home in the near future, know that they will be … Read more
Lauren Wellbank Contributor Lauren Wellbank is a freelance writer with more than a decade of experience in the mortgage industry. Her writing has also appeared on HuffPost, Washington Post, Martha Stewart Living, and more. When she’s not writing she can be found spending time with her growing family in the Lehigh Valley area of Pennsylvania. … Read more
Front porch railing — some homeowners love it, some hate it, and some absolutely need it. This railing can make your front porch feel cozy or claustrophobic. Whether or not you need it is up to you and your style. There are four basic components of front porch railing. What are the Parts in Front … Read more
Gardening tools are essential not only for your safety and comfort but also for productivity. With the right tools in hand, you’ll be able to work more efficiently and effectively, yielding bigger and healthier harvests. What’s more, the ease and peace of mind they provide will allow you to reap all of gardening’s physical and … Read more
Interior design and renovation is the key to any successful home makeover, but it only matters if the exterior of a property is also up to par. In the latest episode of “Rock the Block,” four HGTV all-star teams finally turned to the outside of their identical houses after several weeks of indoor work. While … Read more
Knock, knock… who’s there? It’s your front door signaling that it’s in need of an upgrade. Updating or replacing a lackluster front door can be a quick and easy upgrade to change the look and feel of a home. There’s really no one-size-fits-all approach to handling the project. Looking through the lens of a home stager, … Read more