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On-site draft of front porch column details.

This is the length of time it takes a person to form a first impression.

This why curb appeal is so important.

This is why we pulled off the existing front porch, redesigned the space, and built a new, more welcoming one.

This is why we agonize over paint colors.

This is why we removed the ratty looking brick retaining wall around the front flower bed, rebuilt it and refreshed the landscaping.

Even though we are not quite finished, you can take a look below at the evolution of this area.