Bobby Berk's Golden Rule For Styling Your Exterior Like A Professional Designer

The exterior of your home is the first thing people see. With the right design, the outdoor area increases your home's curb appeal and creates an inviting entrance you'll enjoy returning to. To achieve just that, we're taking interior design expert Bobby Berk's advice on how best to style your exterior. "When it comes to the front of your house, a lot of people tend to think that more is more," he told Better Homes and Gardens. "I think that less is more." According to Berk, you should use at most three colors and materials when styling your home's facade and stick to low-maintenance plants for the landscaping. This simple design creates an effortlessly clean and stunning look for a professionally-styled exterior.

You'll want to adopt Berk's minimalist mindset for an exterior that's easy to maintain and just as beautiful, if not more beautiful, than the interior. Berk's strategy takes inspiration from the inside of your home to style the outside. You can use the same colors and materials that dominate the interior to unify your design. This way, you're not starting from scratch, and the exterior is sure to be cohesive. With just a few colors, materials, and greenery, your home's facade might just be the best one on the block.

Bobby Berk suggests using a maximum of three colors and materials for your exterior. That includes the shutters, doors, brick, trim, and any other design elements — you want these pieces to be cohesive and intentional. This rule can even be seen applied to Berk's own home. The facade is white, then there's contrast with a black trim and railing, and the warm-tone wood garage door neatly ties all the colors together. It's simple and chic but also dynamic. If you appreciate more colorful layers, consider exterior house colors to make your home look more inviting, like a neutral, a vivid hue, and a shade that complements both choices, similar to Berk's personal home design. However, you can also stick to just one or two shades. If you favor a monochrome look, use the main color of your brick or siding throughout the other parts of the exterior's design. Simply sticking with the same hue, but going a shade lighter or darker for the trim or door will add depth and break up the monotony without a striking contrast.

Landscaping is the final important factor. Vibrant flowers and foliage can enhance the space and create depth. They're also great for adding texture, color, and subtle patterns. Berk favors natural and low-maintenance plants to create a cohesive front garden. That way you don't have to worry about trimming, pruning, and weeding. Whether you choose flowers, shrubs, or herbs, the greenery will add a beautiful accent to your exterior that's easy to change if you crave a new look. With the color scheme and landscaping in mind, you can have a stunning exterior that rivals Berk's.