These before and after photos of exteriors run the gamut as far as expense goes. Some had complete makeovers, while others took on new life with little more than landscaping and a new paint job.

If an old house retains its architectural integrity, I don’t support making modifications. If the house already has seen many alterations that have stripped it of personality, or never had a personality to begin with, here are some before and after ideas for rebirth.

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