“The new front is like a magnet in the neighborhood,” says Katie Bee.

These new pecky cypress French doors create a more centered, visible, and welcoming first impression.

“When you live in a community as social as this one, your neighborhood is your yard.

Rancher Exterior

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You’re going to want to be outside.”

“Improperly sized shutters are a common ailment on this style house,” says Evans.

Correctly sized shutters should be large enough to cover the window completely.

Double Front Doors

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Evans removed shutters from the right two windows.

If sized properly, they would have seemed large on this small house.

She did replace the shutters on the far left with an operable pair to visually enlarge the window.

Front Terrace

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Exterior Paint Color

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Front Yard Landscaping

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Properly Portioned Shutters

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Rancher Patio Doors

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