Explore creative and practical front step ideas that add character, color, and safety to your home’s entrance, from textured stone treads to well-lit walkways.

In the South, our houses are all about the exterior charm which sets the tone for the inviting and hospitable interior beyond the front door. The exterior is a home’s first impression for guests as ...

As a homeowner, one of the best things about fall is the opportunity to give your home a seasonal landscaping face-lift. Curb appeal, the art of making your home look inviting from the street, is ...

You may not have heard the term, but flat-front homes are easy enough to spot: They're the homes on your street, usually colonials, that appear one-dimensional. They lack depth, ornamental features, ...

They say you never get a second chance to make a first impression, and that goes for your home as well. The goal is a home that feels warm and welcoming, with just enough personality to stand ...

D.C.-based designer Annie Elliott knows all about first impressions. It’s an important part of her job, dressing interiors so homes properly reflect the residents. But the designer says the exterior ...

A good-looking front door not only says "welcome," it also says "buy me." Sprucing up a front entry is a way to add curb appeal to a home, which makes it attractive to visitors and potential buyers.

When you think about your home’s property value, you probably think about the value of the house itself. While this is certainly the biggest factor in determining how much your property is worth, it’s ...

Each week, Mansion Global tackles a topic with an elite group of designers from around the world who work on luxury properties. This week, we look at how to create some serious curb appeal. No matter ...

If you love purple, consider a soft lavender shade for your front door. This subtle hue brings a touch of charm and ...