How to make your house look like a cottage exterior

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a small blue house with the words before and after on it's front porch

This 1960s ranch in Maine was "bland and boring," not to mention tiny, with only 750 square feet, but now has the charm and curb appeal of a cozy cottage.

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a gray house with the words 10 ways to add charm to your home's exterior

This post outlines 10 thrifty methods to add charm to your home exterior! The character and curb appeal of your house can make such a sta

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a white house with a brown door and green grass on the front lawn is shown

A dated home gets a fresh look in this (virtual) cute cottage makeover! Add curb appeal with these easy ideas, no matter what the style of your home.

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the front and side of a blue house with white trim, yellow door and windows

You won't believe this Before & After: Tiny Ranch transformation in Maine. If you're house hunting or you already live in a small, nondescript ranch that needs renovating, check out this remodel for great ideas and possibilities! #beforeandaftertinyranch #DIYremodel #houserenovation

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what makes a house a cottage?

What would you picture if I asked you to close your eyes and imagine a cottage? Would it be a cozy wood-sided house in a beach town, a quaint thatched-roof home in the English countryside, or maybe a Tudor-style house straight out of a fairytale? As it turns out, none of those images is technically wrong, even though those houses are quite different. The word "cottage" has been around for a long time, and thanks to its usage by different cultures and communities, it's come to describe a…

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a porch with steps leading up to the front door

Small homes can make a big impression. With the right exterior features, even the tiniest cottage or bungalow can boast major curb appeal. See how these small homes gained serious character with updates to the exterior color scheme, landscaping, and more. #curbappeal #smallhomeideas #frontyardlandscaping #curbappealmakeover #bhg

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a white brick house with flowers and plants on the windows

Vintage home exteriors capture the beauty of bygone eras, bringing a sense of timeless elegance and history to modern-day living. From rustic cottages nestled in the woods to grand Victorian homes…

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a blue house with the words how to make a new house look old

If you have a generic, plain, and boring new home, you may want to add some character to it. Making a new house look old is one way to add interest and charm. You can even build a new home using elements that make it feel old. Here are a few ways to make a new house appear older. ResearchDo some research to figure out what period of time and what style you want your home to look like. Homes in different parts of the country have different architectural elements and styles. Try to pick…

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a woman using a power drill to paint the side of a house's window

We painted the exterior of our house! Literally every square inch got a fresh coat of paint minus the roof. Come see the full reveal and everything that went into my biggest project yet!

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a white house with the words 25 easy exterior updates to boast curb appeal on a budget

These are our top ideas for curb appeal on a budget, including stress-free landscaping solutions and inexpensive front door ideas. Add interest to your home's exterior without the high price tag! Try these easy updates for instant curb appeal. #curbappeal #homeimprovement #porchideas #exteriormakeover #bhg

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an image of a house with the words 10 curb appeal fixes for unhangable exteriors

With a few simple changes and creative ideas, you can transform your house. Learn how to add character to a plain house exterior.

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