Entry Focus: Door, Sidelights, and Portico Accent (Optional)

Create a strong focal point at the front door with a new stained or painted door (with optional sidelights) and a small overhang/portico for presence and weather protection.

Low-Voltage Architectural and Path Lighting

Safely light steps and walk with warm LED path lights; add subtle uplights on key facade features and trees; replace/upgrade entry sconces and house numbers.

Gutters, Downspout Extensions, and Leaf Guards

Match gutter/downspout color to trim and route roof water into the new drainage system to keep the slope dry.

Facade Refresh: Body and Trim Paint; Optional Stone at Foundation

Modernize the color palette with a body color, crisp trim, and a contrasting front door. Optionally add stone veneer to any exposed foundation to visually anchor the elevation.

Regrade and Drainage Control for Sloped Front Yard

Address runoff caused by the noticeable elevation from street to house. Install subsurface drainage to move water safely, stabilize soils before adding hardscape and plantings.

Switchback Entry Walk and Wide Code-Compliant Steps

Replace or augment the current uphill approach with a 5–6 ft wide paver walk that gently switchbacks with 2 landings. Integrate 6–7 in riser stairs with 12 in treads and a continuous powder-coated steel handrail.

Driveway Edge Upgrade and Apron Accent

Add a darker paver border down the driveway edges and a paver apron at the street to visually tie into the new walk.

Tiered Retaining Walls to Create Usable Terraces

Introduce 2 low terraces across the front slope to visually reduce height, control erosion, and create defined planting beds. Integrate concealed perforated drainpipe and geogrid reinforcement where required.

Drip Irrigation and Smart Control

Install efficient drip zones for terraced beds with pressure-regulated emitters and a Wi‑Fi smart controller.

Layered Planting for Slope and Terraces

Add a four-season plant palette with deep-rooted groundcovers, evergreen structure, seasonal color, and one or two sculptural specimen trees to soften the elevation.

Modern Mailbox / Address Monument

Install a clean, visible mailbox or address marker that complements the new hardscape and aids wayfinding from the street.