Curb Appeal

A 1942 ranch home in need of some pizzazz gets a makeover with lots of Western touches, including a split-rail fence and rough-hewn pine posts.

A somber, 1905 home gets a healthy dose of color and charm with special artistic touches that bring back its authentic Edwardian style.

A 1930s Spanish revival home is refreshed with some lively paint colors, a new garden and historically authentic decorative touches.

A bland-colored bungalow gets stand-out touches that add charm, including new windows and upgraded paint.

A 1906 Edwardian row house that's taken on mismatched designs over the years goes back to its roots with a classic Edwardian makeover that blends in some modern flair.

A suburban family home with a lush backyard finally gets the front yard it deserves.

A home designed by Joseph Eichler is restored to its original midcentury look.

A 1950s tract home looks too much like the other houses in the neighborhood. Altering the gabled section of the roof and adding a smooth stucco surface to the exterior transforms the plain home into a contemporary charmer.

A 1960s contemporary home undergoes a remodel of gigantic proportions, starting with a clearing of trees and overgrowth. The next phase adds traditional style with new construction, color and landscaping.

A home that has a smorgasbord of design cues including Mediterranean, Mission and Spanish styles gets a unified makeover focusing on Mediterranean design elements.

A home that has been in the family for decades gets a unique makeover perfect for a new generation. The once-sparse front yard gets transformed with a variety of colorful plantings and a putting green.

A former bachelor pad is turned into a cozy charmer ready for newlyweds. What started out as a boxy, single-story house with a plain facade becomes a colorful home that stands out on the block.

A Craftsman home hidden by overgrown ivy and trees gets a woodland-themed makeover.