Why do you want to renovate?
A good renovation plan should always start with your why – that is, why do you want to renovate? Defining your motivation and knowing what you want to achieve with your renovation will inform many of your design choices further down the track.
Some of the most common reasons people choose to renovate include:
- Space: As family dynamics change, a once-spacious home can start to feel a little cramped. Removing partitions, transforming underutilized spaces into functional rooms and extending the house are all great ways to increase your living space.
- Comfort: Whether it’s a second bathroom, deck expansion or a kitchen remodel, house renovations can dramatically improve the way your home looks, feels and functions.
- Accessibility: For older adults and people with physical impairments, renovations can be a great opportunity to create a home that is suited to your physical needs – both now and in the future.
- Safety: In some scenarios, renovations may be required to keep your family safe and/or prevent property damage (e.g. electrical problems, roof leaks, etc.).
- Property value: Thinking about selling your home in the next few years? Certain renovation projects can dramatically boost the resale value of your property. Talk to our team to find out how we can help you manage renovation costs and maximize ROI
How much will the renovation cost?
Budget is one of the most important factors to consider when planning your renovation. The cost of the project will largely be influenced by the scale and complexity of the renovations, so you’ll need to consider the scope of the project before making any further plans.
There are a few different ways to approach it:
Renovate the whole house
Budget is one of the most important factors to consider when planning your renovation. The cost of the project will largely be influenced by the scale and complexity of the renovations, so you’ll need to consider the scope of the project before making any further plans.
There are a few different ways to approach it:
Renovate in stages
Rome wasn’t built in a day – and your home doesn’t have to be, either. If it looks like your budget is going to be stretched a little thin, think about renovating in stages, starting with the rooms you use the most. A piecemeal approach allows you to gradually create your dream home without putting undue stress on your finances. While partial renovations are more affordable and tend to be less disruptive for the family, remodelling a different room every few months can make your home start to feel like a never-ending project.
Renovate similar rooms
You can reach a great middle ground by renovating similar spaces together as the budget permits. For example, doing all your bathrooms at once can be a savvy way to reduce the labor costs associated with electrical and plumbing work. For any cases, we have free consultation services, we can check your space and let you know exact budget you need for your projects.