An existing kitchen layout might work well for adding a dishwsher or microwave hood for example allowing it to be made functionally modern without a major rehab.

Modern farm house look.. take a look at my new builds paint jobs  www.ivyridgeestatescanby.com  also landscaping putting a couple tiny plants does not do it in my mind.. but I know out in the mid west etc landscaping is very minimal compared to what we offer here in the NW or what buyers expect. 

There are so many options out there that bring technology to properties that residents would rather interact with, like texting, etc.

Additionally, we repainted the interior of the house, giving it a fresh, modern look.

Vintage charm and modern demand. 

The ducts work, they just aren't modern.

Then I brainstorm options in a people/process/technology framework. 

Most people wouldn't even recognize that this shower is ADA accessible it would just seem to be modern and no curb. 

This included updating the home's interior, improving curb appeal, and modernizing key features.

This included updating the home's interior, improving curb appeal, and modernizing key features.