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    2019 Home Exterior Trends

    It’s human nature to judge a book by its cover, so it’s no surprise that people also judge a home by its exterior. Whether...

    • Susana Murphy
    • May 28th, 2019
    • 2 min read

    It’s human nature to judge a book by its cover, so it’s no surprise that people also judge a home by its exterior. Whether you’re turning your forever home into your dream home or planning to sell, upgrading your curb appeal will be sure to impress your neighbors or potential buyers!

    Here are some of the top trends for 2019... 

    Front Porches

    This classic look is a nod to the past that celebrates America’s heritage.  Homes with front porches tend to attract potential buyers. Adding a porch to your home’s exterior is more simple than you might think, and it can make a small home appear much larger!

    Vertical Siding

    Vertical siding is a subtle twist. This trend works best on homes that are only one or two stories high.  Swapping out the siding on your home is an inexpensive way to update the look of your home! 

    Mixed Materials

    Mixed materials in the siding, roofs and accents has continued to gain popularity as we entered into 2019.

    Contrasting Trim

    Painting the trim around your windows and door can help achieve exceptional curb appeal. Trim helps showcase your home’s beautiful windows and front door which would look incomplete without.  In 2019, you can expect to see a lot of white trim on dark houses, and dark trim on white houses.

    Creative Door Knockers

    While doorbells have been the norm for decades, door knockers are still very popular.  Creative door knockers that show off the homeowner’s personality are one of the most popular 2019 home trends and design details you can add.

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    Susana Murphy

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    Susana Murphy has advised buyers and sellers across Massachusetts since 2005. She is the founder of ALANTE Real Estate | Real Broker, a boutique team serving Boston, including Back Bay, the South Shore and Upper Cape Cod. Susana works with clients buying and selling custom homes, waterfront properties, golf course communities, Back Bay brownstones and luxury condos. Her approach combines strategic marketing, careful negotiation and long-term relationships, which is why so many clients return for their next move. She has more than $300M in personal career sales, and the ALANTE team has surpassed $800M in sales. Susana is a Certified Luxury Home Marketing Specialist (CLHMS) and GUILD member since 2010, and also holds the CRS, ABR, CDPE, SIOR and CIAS designations. Recognition includes Boston Agent Magazine Who's Who (2024, 2025, 2026), Top 100 South Shore Boston Real Producers (2024, 2025, 2026), Real Broker Elite (2024, 2025, 2026), Best of Boston (2024, 2025, 2026), Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts (2023) and Best Places to Work, Cape & Plymouth Media (2023, 2024). ALANTE has earned more than 300 five-star Google reviews. Originally from northern Spain, Susana works with clients in English and Spanish.

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