How to Choose The Right Facade with Street Appeal

Elevating your home through clever exterior styling:

Building a new home is one of life’s most exciting journeys, whether it’s your first home or a long-awaited upgrade. There’s so much to think about – from choosing the perfect layout to ensuring your home stands out in all the right ways. The average homeowner upgrades their home every 8-10 years, so it’s important to make aesthetic choices that are bold enough to make your home unique, but timeless enough to hold its value when it’s time to sell. In this article, we’ll guide you through the key considerations for choosing the right colors and materials for your home’s exterior – the facade, or as we like to call it, the “gateway” to your home. We’ll cover not just the home itself, but the overall street appeal, including roof materials, driveways, and landscaping.

How to Build the Right Facade with Street Appeal

Your home’s facade is the first thing people see, and it sets the tone for the entire property. In 2025, there are some exciting trends that can help you create a facade that feels both modern and timeless.

Architectural Styles

Contemporary designs are still leading the way, with clean lines and a mix of materials. Minimalist styles like flat roofs and cubic designs are also gaining traction, offering a sleek, modern feel. Coastal-inspired facades, with angular roofs and weatherboard cladding, remain popular, especially near the beach. When selecting a style, consider your neighborhood’s architecture and your personal taste to ensure a harmonious look.

Materials

The materials you choose not only affect your facade's look but also its longevity. Sustainable options like reclaimed timber, recycled metal, and eco-friendly paints are taking the spotlight in 2025. For those seeking eco-conscious options, hempcrete is becoming more popular due to its fire resistance and carbon-capturing properties.

Color Schemes

Neutral and earthy tones are trending, with soft greys, warm beiges, and rich terracottas creating a timeless, natural feel. Accent colors like charcoal, deep green, or navy can add depth without overwhelming the design.

Mixed Textures and Materials

Combining different textures and materials can give your facade character and depth. A mix of render, timber, and brick adds dimension, while protruding brickwork introduces a rich texture that elevates simpler designs.

Landscaping

Whilst not officially part of the façade choice you will make, it’s a good idea to get familiar with how it could add to the overall first impression of your home. Your landscape options could become great visual aspects for kerb appeal, but it can also have an opposite effect if not done properly. In most cases, planting can soften the harsh architectural lines and surfaces to achieve a harmonious feel.

Kerb Appeal

Consider the overall kerb appeal by bringing all these concepts together. You can achieve a lot by just putting some thoughts into the lighting, doors, windows and even the garage door. Feature lighting is ideal because they can generate a certain mood and help accentuate façade features. Work with your consultant to see what suits you best and avoid going overboard.