When you pull up to your home, are you bored with how it looks? Are you looking for ways to give your home personality and distinguish it from the other cookie-cutter houses on your street? Your home doesn’t have to be a typical one, following everyone else’s style around it. While you may have to deal with the rules of an HOA, there are still some things you can do to make the house more your style. Here are some ways you can give it more personality.

Install Shutters

While shutters are most often considered protection for your windows during a storm, they can also be used as a design element. Shutters are a great way to add color to the outside of your home when you’re hesitant to paint it. If you don’t need to use the shutters for protection from storms, then consider installing some that have designs cut out of them, such as a star or heart.

Change Window Shapes

One of the best ways to change the way your home looks is to change the shapes of the windows. Windows tend to fade into the background of a home, but they can be made into a focal point of the design when done correctly. Changing the windows will take some time and money to do, but the payoff will be worth it.

Instead of an ordinary rectangular window, consider installing a round window frame or even a square window with some thick trim on the outside. If you currently have a large front window, consider installing a bay window to help add some personality and more seating on the inside of the home.

Add Window Boxes

Window boxes can be an easy way to give your home more charm while adding color to the outside. When choosing window boxes to install, make sure you choose a design that fits your home and is the right size. Boxes that are too small can look weird and take away from the home’s design.

Update Your Door

If you have a plain door without any personality, consider updating it for something more your style. Look for a door that fits the style of your home but has a bit more detail to it. It’s also helpful to look for a door with glass incorporated. The glass can open up the design and make the home feel more inviting. If you don’t like the idea of glass in your door, consider getting one with multiple panels on it, that will help boost its look.