Photoshop Redo A Farmhouse S Better Facade

From the Inside Out

When you own a fixer-upper, you can’t tackle every project at once, as Gretchen Fitzenrider, knows all too well. “We’ve been so busy renovating the interior of our 1904 farmhouse that we’ve neglected the dull exterior,” she told This Old House.

Extended Welcome

Opening up the enclosed porch restores the house’s original architecture and makes it feel more welcoming.

Grand Entry

A handsome brick walkway and wider set of stairs add grace to the approach.

Switching Up Siding

Board-and-batten siding on the second story, painted a lighter shade of green, breaks up the facade.

Shutter Style

Colonial-style louvered shutters help unify different-size windows and make them appear larger.

Foundation Plantings

The bare foundation was disguised with a skirt board, stone veneer, and low plantings.

Window Work

Wider trimwork around the windows makes them stand out more.

Unifying Details

Chunky square brackets add a touch of detail at the roofline and harmonize with the porch’s columns.

Farmhouse Feel

Now that the entry is visible, a Craftsman-inspired front door and Mission-style sconce complete this farmhouse’s transformation from bland to charming.

Finishing Touches: Bracket

Embellish a straightforward house with eclectic but traditional accents drawn from different eras. The Craftsman lines harmonize with the porch’s hefty columns. Wholesale Millwork; $71