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2009 Home Improvement Challenge: Exterior Facelift Winner and More Favorites

These exteriors feature historical styles--from Craftsman to Spanish Colonial -- that say welcome home. See the winning facade facelift and more of our favorites.

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Winner: Suburban Cottage

A bumped-out gable and shingled siding give this standard suburban house a whole new look that's vaguely reminiscent of Victorian Shingle-style cottages. The double-height bay window lets in more light, which was homeowner Sonjia McKelvey's goal. The careful proportions and character-filled flourishes were the work of her architect son, Tim. A curving brick path and new plantings make the approach to the front porch graceful and welcoming.

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