Captivating Curb Appeal Designs

Check out these homes with extraordinary curb appeal that will have you falling in love at first sight.

February 10, 2022

From: HGTV Ultimate Outdoor Awards

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Home with Two Round Gates and Fence

This large home features two eye-catching gates, both rounded and made of wood. The gate leading to the backyard is lined with white stone for added brightness.

From: Zeterre Landscape Architecture

Zen Front Yard Landscaping

This home's lawn is comprised of small round plants to add to the zen atmosphere before even entering the home.

From: Zeterre Landscape Architecture

Walkway Lined with Plants Leading to Entryway

Trees and various plants line the walkway leading to this large home's entryway.

From: Zeterre Landscape Architecture

Round Gate Leading to Home's Backyard

This home features brick, stone and wooden accents that combine to make a unique feel.

From: Zeterre Landscape Architecture

Backyard with Unique Fence and Patio

A unique fence connects to the entryway and round gate in this home's backyard.

From: Zeterre Landscape Architecture

Traditional White Home With Walkway Leading to Front Door

With the garage on the side of the home, a walkway was added in the front yard leading to the front door for easy entry.

From: Maestri Studio

White Home With Gate Before Front Door

Adding a gate to this already-impressive home makes a statement. To elevate the look, the gate lines up perfectly with the architectural detail above the home's front door.

From: Maestri Studio

Traditional White Home With Arch Over Front Door

This traditional white home features a striking gray front door with an arch and pendant light above.

From: Maestri Studio

Traditional White Home With Large Lawn

This traditional white home features a lush green lawn and well-maintained shrubbery to complete the classic look.

From: Maestri Studio

White Traditional Home Exterior

This traditional white home was designed for a large family who frequently entertains guests. Floor-to-ceiling windows provide the home with plenty of natural light while creating visual interest throughout the space.

From: Maestri Studio

Front Garden With Black-Eyed Susans

Insects, butterflies and anyone walking by will fall for the lush perennial garden in this home's front yard. Its collection of flowers and plants create an eye-catching seasonal display.

From: CLINTON+RIES Landscape Architects

Front Garden and Sidewalk

Layers of softness make the walk up to this home's front door even more charming. The garden is overflowing with delicate grasses, feathery blooms and a soothing array of earth tones.

From: CLINTON+RIES Landscape Architects

Front Garden and Stone Stairs

There's an alluring softness to this home's front garden with its beautiful wash of pale colors and inviting textures.

Front Yard With White Grasses

This home's front yard is like a magnificent fireworks display with different-textured plants showing off their stuff in bright white, pink, orange, purple and yellow. The staggered flower beds help every color be seen.

From: CLINTON+RIES Landscape Architects

Stone Steps and Red Front Door

A few pots with cheerful flowers brighten the steps up to the front door. Down alongside the walkway, the stone is softened with more blooms and ornamental grasses.

From: CLINTON+RIES Landscape Architects

Gray Front Door and Twin Trees

The front entrance of the home is given grace and softness with two tree sentries planted in the gravel before the main steps.

From: Zucker Design Associates

Black and White Villa With Vines

Green does gorgeous things out front of this Mediterranean home. Landscape designers beautifully layered climbing vines, low-scale foliage plants and grass to offset the exterior's crisp white with black shutters.

From: Zucker Design Associates

Mediterranean Front Entrance With White Wreath

There's majesty aplenty in this southern California villa. But climbing trees, topiaries and other pretty foliage plants ease the home's imposing feel.

From: Zucker Design Associates

Gravel Path and Large Tree

Majestic trees cast their shade over the light gray garden path.

From: Zucker Design Associates

Mediterranean Villa With Ivy

This Mediterranean villa would be right at home in the Old World landscape but hails instead from California. Designers gave its gardens a romantic makeover.

From: Zucker Design Associates

Modern White Home Exterior with Curb Appeal

This modern white home is oozing with curb appeal, from the custom mailbox to the lush greenery lining the driveway.

From: J.R. Kramer

Modern White Home Exterior with Gray Garage Doors

This modern white home features contrasting gray details in the soft gray driveway and slate gray garage doors and roof.

From: J.R. Kramer

Modern White Home Exterior with Stone Driveway

This modern white home features a large gray driveway for a subtle contrast.

From: J.R. Kramer

Modern White Home with Gravel and Slate Walkway

Continuing with the gray accents, the gravel and slate walkway leading up to the home's entryway add a modern element to the space.

From: J.R. Kramer

Modern White Home with Simple Lawn

With a home this impressive, a simple lawn allows the home's beauty to shine through.

From: J.R. Kramer

Cape Cod Style Home With Cedar Shakes

Tiny topiary trees line the walkway of this Cape Cod home like well-trained soldiers.

From: D. A. Dunlevy

Wood Front Door and Stone Walkway

Pale stone creates the handsome walkway up to this farmhouse's front door. Small bushes are neatly clipped for a formal garden feel along the way.

From: D. A. Dunlevy

Arched Trellis and Paver Path

This archway is an example of the custom carpentry touches used throughout the home's landscaping. Paired with the large square pavers, it makes a charming transition from the front of the home to the back.

From: D. A. Dunlevy

Porthole Window and Trellis

Custom trellises on the side of the home give colorful vines somewhere to go.

From: D. A. Dunlevy

Farmhouse Exterior and Driveway

The parking area outside this home is heated. No icy treks out to the car post storm!

From: D. A. Dunlevy

Stone Cottage Home with English Garden

This stone home draws inspiration from traditional English style. The outdoor area features paths leading to the front door, garden and entertaining space that are all surrounded by a lush garden.

From: Casa Smith Designs, LLC

Stone Cottage Home Front Exterior

This cottage home features stones in contrasting colors and patterns to create a lived-in yet traditional look.The fountain at the entrance adds a glamorous element to the space.

From: Casa Smith Designs, LLC

Cottage Garden with Lush Greenery and Fountain

This space draws inspiration from the traditional English garden style, and the large fountain adds a soothing sound to the whole space.

From: Casa Smith Designs, LLC

Stone Cottage Home with Large Wooden Door

This inviting stone home features an eye-catching front door and lush greenery leading up the path. To the right you can catch a glimpse of the beautiful patio area.

From: Casa Smith Designs, LLC

Patio with Blue and Wooden Outdoor Furniture

The patio takes advantage of the lake view while providing privacy with a metal fence. The fire pit adds a warm and cozy element to the space.

From: Casa Smith Designs, LLC

Chic White Farmhouse

Reclaimed wood posts and beams on the exterior of this chic white farmhouse hint at the aesthetic of the interior and make the whole home feel unified in its approach.

From: Jackson Design and Remodeling

Chic California Farmhouse with Curb Appeal

The entry of this modern farmhouse communicates clean and crisp curb appeal by artfully blending modern and farmhouse ideas, including a Dutch door in charcoal gray and large scale rattan lighting.

From: Jackson Design and Remodeling

Chic White Farmhouse with Dutch Front Door

This chic white farmhouse embraces the California coastal climate, allowing natural light and fresh ocean breezes to flow throughout.

From: Jackson Design and Remodeling

White Farmhouse with Light Wood Garage Door

Wood slates add visual interest to this white farmhouse's light brown garage door.

From: Jackson Design and Remodeling

Chic White Farmhouse with Wooden Garage Door

This chic home embraces the California coastal climate while bringing in farmhouse details for a unique look.

From: Jackson Design and Remodeling

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Photo By: Marrion Brenner

Photo By: Marrion Brenner

Photo By: Marrion Brenner

Photo By: Marrion Brenner

Photo By: Marrion Brenner

Photo By: Jenifer McNeil Baker, Landscape: From the Ground Up, Builder: The Ed Jarrett Company

Photo By: Jenifer McNeil Baker, Landscape: From the Ground Up, Builder: The Ed Jarrett Company

Photo By: Jenifer McNeil Baker, Landscape: From the Ground Up, Builder: The Ed Jarrett Company

Photo By: Jenifer McNeil Baker, Landscape: From the Ground Up, Builder: The Ed Jarrett Company

Photo By: Jenifer McNeil Baker, Landscape: From the Ground Up, Builder: The Ed Jarrett Company

Photo By: Emma McAlary

Photo By: Emma McAlary

Photo By: Emma McAlary

Photo By: Emma McAlary

Photo By: Emma McAlary

Photo By: Jeri Koegel Photography

Photo By: Jeri Koegel Photography

Photo By: Jeri Koegel Photography

Photo By: Jeri Koegel Photography

Photo By: Jeri Koegel Photography

Photo By: Patrick Brickman, Architect: Clarke Design Group, Builder: Curtis Daniel Homes, Landscape Contractor: Green Grass

Photo By: Patrick Brickman, Architect: Clarke Design Group, Builder: Curtis Daniel Homes, Landscape Contractor: Green Grass

Photo By: Patrick Brickman, Architect: Clarke Design Group, Builder: Curtis Daniel Homes, Landscape Contractor: Green Grass

Photo By: Patrick Brickman, Architect: Clarke Design Group, Builder: Curtis Daniel Homes, Landscape Contractor: Green Grass

Photo By: Patrick Brickman, Architect: Clarke Design Group, Builder: Curtis Daniel Homes, Landscape Contractor: Green Grass

Photo By: Mason Summers - Anchor Pictures

Photo By: Mason Summers - Anchor Pictures

Photo By: Mason Summers - Anchor Pictures

Photo By: Mason Summers - Anchor Pictures

Photo By: Mason Summers - Anchor Pictures

Photo By: Steven R. Haning, Landscape Contractor: Aspen Creek Landscaping

Photo By: Steven R. Haning, Landscape Contractor: Aspen Creek Landscaping

Photo By: Steven R. Haning, Landscape Contractor: Aspen Creek Landscaping

Photo By: Steven R. Haning, Landscape Contractor: Aspen Creek Landscaping

Photo By: Steven R. Haning, Landscape Contractor: Aspen Creek Landscaping

Photo By: Jackson Design and Remodeling

Photo By: Jackson Design and Remodeling

Photo By: Jackson Design and Remodeling

Photo By: Jackson Design and Remodeling

Photo By: Jackson Design and Remodeling

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