How to Make Your Windows Pop from the Outside

If you have a flat house with not a lot of dimension, you may wonder how you can add interesting architectural elements to your home. One great way to do that is to make your windows pop from the outside. From adding awnings to getting shutters, this article will list a few different options that every homeowner should consider when they are trying to add a little bit of love to their windows. 

Awnings

Awnings are a great option if you live in a city that gets either a lot of heat or a lot of snow. Awnings essentially will shield your windows from the weather so that the inside of your house doesn't get too hot or too cold. Plus, they are great because they will add dimension by sticking out from the side of the house. Depending on the type of material your house is made of, one type of awning may be better than another. For instance, your home may be a little bit more difficult to drill into if it has siding; in this case, you may want a canvas awning that isn't very heavy. If your house is constructed of brick or stucco, then it may hold a metal awning a little more easily. 

Shutters

If you don't like the look of awnings or you don't think they will be functional for you, then you may want to get shutters. Shutters can either be solely decorative or they can be usable depending on the part of the country that you live in. For instance, if you live in the south and are hit with hurricanes every year, then getting storm shutters that you can actually use may be beneficial. If, however, you don't live in a hurricane zone, then choosing decorative shutters may be a good idea for you. 

Window Boxes

Whether you go with awnings or shutters, window boxes can also add some depth, dimension, and character to your windows. Just make sure that you put window boxes on windows that get enough sun so that you can actually grow flowers and plants in them. Also, make sure that you have drainage at the bottom of them so that the soil is provided with enough oxygen.

Having a flat house doesn't mean that your home has to lack character. In fact, with these tips, you can help add that extra touch that it needs. 


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