curb appeal

alternative curb-appeal · alternative kerb appeal

1. idiomaticuncountablebusinessThe visual attractiveness of a property, typically a house, as viewed from the street.

   [A] brand-new landscaped lawn complete with picket fence boosts the classic home's curb appeal.

   2009 October 21, Francesca Levy, “Home Of The Week”, in Forbes, retrieved 31 Jul 2011

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   Among the criteria brokers use to classify office buildings are age, location, curb appeal, tenancy, building infrastructure and ownership.

   2011 July 26, Julie Satow, “Class-Consciousness in the Office Building Market”, in New York Times, retrieved 31 Jul 2011

   Synonyms: street appeal

2. idiomaticuncountableautomotiveThe visual attractiveness of an automobile, as viewed from street level.

   The G35's exterior styling . . . looks suitably sporty but lacks the Caddy's curb appeal.

   2009 October 1, Douglas Kott, “2008 Cadillac CTS vs. 2007 Infiniti G35 Sport”, in Road and Track, retrieved 31 Jul 2011

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   Hyundai hopes Genesis will lure the well-heeled with curb appeal even if it lacks snob appeal.

   2008 January 7, Chris Woodyard, “Hyundai offers up luxury car”, in USA Today, retrieved 31 Jul 2011