Here is another picture of the front of the house

I posted on your other thread, too. Glad you are tackling the windows! That little ankle-peek window is odd, as if the architect was trying to do something remarkable rather than memorable -- although it is hard to forget! It serves no obvious good purpose. If you are contemplating changing or getting rid of it, consider moving it up to just under the eaves.

I asked on the other thread if you are replacing the amber glass panes. They are true to the age and character of the house, but limit your color choices both inside and out, and make it look like the house is inhabited by heavy smokers. (Is it obvious I don't like it?) A clear watered or plain glass would be better and simpler, and detract less from the lines of the house.

A simple pergola all the way down the side of the garage would make a stunning entry way and set off the front door nicely. If you extend it four feet beyond the front of the garage, even better. Do you have enough privacy that you could put in full-glass front doors?

I know you already ripped out a bunch of landscaping, but the house still appears to be hiding. I would either really cut back (or thin out the tree) the two closest to the door, or replace with something low. Extend your sidewalk further, perhaps even to the street and eliminate the stepping stones.

The Pergola is a great idea and would provide more privacy for glass doors, maybe glass which has some wave or rain effect? Also the lights on the garage and house could be updated with something more substantial. Maybe cylindrical?
The stucco siding mentioned on the other posting would be a good fit, also checking the web for houses similar in style.

Good project house, good luck!

Here is a link to some exterior ideas.This is also a good site to search for ideas.

http://www.houzz.com/1970s-ranch-exterior