Designers: what would you do with this place?

[Jedd Braunwarth]

I am wanting advice on what color to paint the exterior, any nice features to add, etc. to increase curb appeal. What would you do to hide or even spruce up the 4 big columns? This place does not have curb appeal but the income numbers are excellent!!!

I am already going to remove the fence, fix up and update landscaping. Just wanting additional eyes on it for suggestions.

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First I would pull out the chain link fence; that instantly makes a house look cheaper in my opinion. I would build up the posts on the bottom so they are thicker/ look more architectural? You can use either PVC, aluminum, or stone wraps around the existing posts. Check out this link for faux stone base: http://www.anticoelements.com/post-wraps-stone-column-wraps/223-alpi-stone-post-column-wrap-gray-36-x-15-x-15.html?gclid=CO6fmtqL3r0CFSsQ7Aodt1MAFw or this example of a fat bottom column: http://blog.missionmotif.com/tips-from-the-trade/craftsman-homes-equals-timeless-style/. Googling craftsman porches will give you a lot of ideas.

I would also go with a more modern color scheme like green-grey with red trim. This house is not unlike yours but I like the colors much better: http://sniqi.com/25-gorgeous-exterior-paint-colors-for-your-lovely-house-design/interesting-exterior-painting-gray-wall-with-cute-white-column-exposed-and-great-red-brick-wall/

Also, if you can plop 2 very large colorful pots or adirondack chairs (ideally coordinated with the new trim color) between the 1st and 2nd post, then between the third and fourth post, it will help give the house a little symmetry and make it not so top heavy. Right now your roof dominates too much.

And finally if you can find a large pendant light - black, 2 to 3 times the size of the existing pendant hanging down, that will help it look much nicer.

If you do change the house up, please post pictures; I'd love to see it!