Curb Appeal

May 2008

By Melissa Colgan

Flower Box

If you lack real estate, a charming window box is a terrific way to work your green thumb. The steel cage with its welded fleurs-de-lis has a vintage look, but a white powder-coated metal liner gives it a modern edge. $149.

Smith & Hawken, 799 Grand Ave., St. Paul, 651-222-1140, Galleria, Edina, 952-285-1110, and The Shoppers at Arbor Lakes, 763-488-1876

Photo by Michael Hendrickson

By the Number

Changing up your home’s exterior isn’t exactly a weekend project. Forgo big cosmetic changes and opt for ornamentation. New house numbers are the easiest way to give your door instant character. $24 each.

The Brass Handle, Galleria, 952-927-7777

Photo by Michael Hendrickson

Watchdog

We’ve been obsessed with greyhound statues since seeing Kelly Wearstler’s designs for Santa Monica’s Viceroy Hotel. This mod pair by Jonathan Adler would look great flanking doors on a covered porch. $189.

Tangletown Gardens, 5353 Nicollet Ave., Mpls., 612-822-4769

Photo by Michael Hendrickson

Welcome Mat

An indoor/outdoor rug is terrific for high-traffic entryways and preventing muddy messes. Dash & Albert’s khaki-and-white striped rug is neutral enough for most any space. $84 for 3-by-5-inch.

Victory, 3505 W. 44th St., Mpls., 612-926-8200

Photo by Michael Hendrickson

Bauhaus Birdhouse

House the chickadees in style with a glazed ceramic orb birdhouse (also in green, blue, red, coral, or yellow) by New Creative. $19.99.

Bachman’s, 6010 Lyndale Ave. S., Mpls., 612-861-7676

Photo by Michael Hendrickson

Green Acres

Unless you’re mowing a golf course, ditch the oversized, ride-n-cut mower. A smaller, gas-free push style from Sunlawn gets the job done quietly, so you’ll respect the environment and your neighbors. Oh, it’s a great workout too. $189.

Beisswengers Do it Best, 1823 Old Hwy. 8, New Brighton, 651-633-1271

Photo by Michael Hendrickson


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