How to liven up your home’s exterior

Four ways to keep your house beautiful past its walls


At a glance

  • People ignore design that ignores people. — Frank Chimero


Often we are so set on improving the inside of our homes that we forget to focus on its outward appearance. We tend to forget that our home’s exterior works as the first thing guests will notice. After all, a beautiful and well-maintained exterior not only adds charm and character to your living space but it also gives a lasting impression. As an added bonus, it can even enhance your property’s value. Here are a few tips to add some life to your home’s exterior. 

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TIME FOR A PAINT JOB Repainting your home’s exterior could give it a fresh new look

Color it up with quality paint.

To give your home a fresh revamp, consider trying a new coat of paint to liven things up. You can pick out the most vibrant colors to make it stand out from the crowd or stay lowkey with cool, subtle colors to give it a cozy and welcoming aura. Be sure to choose a top-notch paint brand to ensure the colors stay lively even as the years pass. It’s also important to select a paint that can withstand the weather changes. 

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CHANNEL YOUR GREEN THUMB Certain plants help give life to your front yard and can even keep mosquitoes away

Channel your inner plantita/plantito.

Having a mini garden up front is a great way to add some life to your humble abode. Beautify your home with seasonal beauties like sunflowers and daffodils or be practical and plant seeds of herbs and spices to save you from buying them at the store. There are plenty of plants to choose from and you’re more than likely to find one that will suit your preference. 

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LIGHT IT UP Keeping your house welllit from the outside helps it stand out more (Photo Freepik)

Lighting the way.

How many times have you had guests comment about how hard it was to find your place at night? Outdoor lights can help your home be more visible. For the festive types, plain Christmas lights can act as a subtle way to light up your front door. Neon fixtures can add a playful tone channeling a neo-noir vibe. You can also never go wrong with LED spotlight fixtures to keep your house beaming overnight. 

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OUTDOOR ELEGANCE Gloster’s Grid collection is one of its bestsellers due to its simple and elegant design

Spice things up with outdoor furniture.

Outdoor furniture not only lets you show off your personality and style, but it can also add a wonderful resting area for you and your guests to hang out. What better way to decorate your home’s exterior than with premium furnishings using the finest materials and techniques available? 

 

Known for its high-quality outdoor furniture pieces, Gloster has made its way to Minimal by Studio Dimensione in BGC to offer Filipinos a redefined lifestyle and design to spice up their homes. As a testimony to its worth, luxury properties across the country, including Crimson Mactan, Crimson Boracay, Makati Shangri-La, and Hilton Manila, have displayed and showcased some of Gloster’s finest pieces. It makes use of only the best wood, sourced from scrupulously managed plantations, for each furniture piece. Gloster’s bestsellers Grid, Lima, and Mistral Collections are sure to add life to your home’s exterior. 

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TRY IT FOR YOURSELF Gloster’s furniture lines are on display over at Minimal by Studio Dimensione in BGC, Taguig

“There's something captivating about the intricate details in each piece; I was truly drawn to the design,” shares Suyen Corporation chairman and CEO Ben Chan. “It occurred to me that such a design could also resonate with Filipinos. That's why I made the decision to bring Gloster to Manila.”

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