f areas If you own property, chances are you’re constantly looking for ways to improve it. Whether it’s an upgrade to a kitchen appliance or a fresh coat of paint to the walls, making changes in your home can feel gratifying and add value simultaneously. If you’re looking to add value to your home, try these simple but effective projects.

• Landscaping Maintenance. Front yard landscaping is often overlooked by homeowners, but a well-manicured lawn is an easy way to add value to your home. Yard design includes everything from fence installations to grass maintenance. Some buyers specifically look for houses that already include a fence because they have a child or own a pet that needs an enclosed yard. In addition to adding curb appeal, planting foliage is an easy way to add character to your home. Landscaping can be decorative or simple, depending on how much time you are willing to devote to it. For ease of maintenance, consider year-round plants such as evergreens. Another quick way to enhance your yard design is it add a stone pathway to your front door, giving our home an inviting feeling.
• Lighting Enhancements. If certain areas of your home lack natural lighting and/or windows, adding various types of light to the space can fill that void. From general to task and accent, there are a variety of ways you can spruce up a space with different types of light. If your home has plenty of light already, you can upgrade your current lights by incorporating ornate fixtures. Floor and table lamps are easy to purchase and can enhance a bedroom or living space. For kitchen and dining rooms, consider a decorative chandelier to add some charm to the space. The more transparent the chandelier, the more light is let in.
• Kitchen Updates. A kitchen should feel warm and be inviting to both you and your guests. If you haven’t touched your kitchen since you moved in, make an upgrade to new countertops or appliances. Stainless steel and faux finish appliances have a more modern look and feel than traditional black or white models.  If your countertops are looking a little worse for wear, there are some affordable options for updating them and your backsplashes. Make these updates to add value to your home and make your kitchen easy to work in.
• Outdoor Boost. Adding outdoor space can be an easy way to add value to your home and give you more room to entertain guests. Patios and decks can be added to the square footage of your home. If you already have an existing patio or deck,  update the furniture. Make sure this space is usable and conducive to entertaining guests.

For more value-adding decorating tips, contact Peggy Herrick, a Missouri City, TX interior decorator.