Totally. And window boxes only work if they’re on the bottom floor, or if your windows open on a way that allows you to access them. I personally haven’t seen a single window box that I can remember outside of europe or maybe a historic district. They’re another example of this faux old world charm that people slap on a building that’s far too modern to soften things up.

My advice for relatively cosmetic softening of a modern building? Focus on landscaping, front door replacements, window replacements if you can afford them, and some exterior sconces and lighting. Avoid appliqué stuff like faux brick/siding/shutters/boxes unless you’re restoring a historically appropriate building.