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Saturday, March 9th, 2019
It is always a wonderful idea to plan for and actually begin a home remodeling project. But not every remodel is considered as a valuable one by many interior designers. There are some that are able to bring more value compared to others. So what are the hottest remodeling trends for the Year of the Earth Pig?
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The Kitchen Remodel
One of the biggest changes that you can make to your home in 2019 is a kitchen remodel. It is no surprise that there are many homeowners who are signing up to do this kind of remodel because it is considered a good investment in terms of adding value to anyone’s home.
The first step to any kitchen remodel is to define your budget. The average cost is $19,589 although this could vary with many factors being added to the remodel. Some remodels could go as high as $22,463.
You could hire a kitchen-remodeling expert if you want every aspect well managed.
The Bathroom Remodel
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Yet another remodeling wish for many homeowners is a bathroom project, more so, a master bathroom remodel. You could make it your project this year to get rid of the old fixtures and colorful tiles and replace them with energy-saving features and some sleek pieces.
Invest in new bathroom cabinets, lighting jewelry, and mirrors. These are surefire ways to upgrade the value of your bathroom. You can also look for ways that can make your bathroom feel more like a spa. Just level up on aromatherapy, bubble baths, and votives.
Prepare to spend anywhere from $6,500 to $9,900.
The Basement Remodel
If you’re looking not just to add value to your home but also to have more space this year, then go for a basement remodel. This could be the perfect year to add that dream room.
Remodel the basement to a special guest suite, a playroom for your little one or even a craft room. The possibilities are endless and depending on your circumstance, the kind of neighborhood that you’re in, and the prevailing market competitors, this room addition could be the best thing to do now or a project that you could begin in a few months.
The Garage Remodel
Keep your eyes peeled for the most popular trends for this year. Garage expansions are quite hot this year for the reason that they can expand the luxurious areas in any home.
You could now make the decision to turn your garage into a more usable and livable part of your home. While there might not be a need to transform the whole garage to a totally new space, you could begin by organizing.
The average cost for garage organization is approximately $2,065.
Add Landscaping
Don’t think of remodeling projects as merely indoor tasks. You can also focus on exterior changes such as landscaping.
Keep in mind that curb appeal matters a lot, too. You should be able to show great outdoor living just as much as you value your indoors. Sometimes, a simple project such as adding a small flowerbed can already boost your home’s curb appeal.
Sometimes, simple mulching around the trees can also offer added space for flowerbeds and landscaping details. You can also set up a spot where you and your family could relax and have some snacks in the late afternoon.
If you want to have the best kind of landscaping, then be prepared to sit down with a landscape designer. He or she should be able to know what your yard needs in order to stand out from the rest.
Conclusion
Whichever among these projects you end up choosing this year, just make sure to take on something that would really count in terms of cosmetic appeal and market value.
Of course, do not forget to plan the project thoroughly and bear in mind these tips that are quite popular for this year
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Tuesday, March 7th, 2017
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Homeowners could spend hours talking about things that one could add to home remodeling such as what tiles to use on the shower floor, what furniture to use and where to properly place them. Are you going to use wallpaper or paint? There are so many things to consider that can make remodeling projects a real pain to deal with most of the time.
If you want to remodel minus the headaches, then you have to learn some fundamentals.
Begin by Knowing Your Tastes
A remodeling project is all about you. If you want this project to become a noteworthy experience, then you should be able to tell a story about yourself. This is about how you present your preferences and tastes using interior design.
Let’s pretend for a moment that budget is not an issue. So now you’re free to take in any design element that you want. You can begin by decorating with your culture (or at least your preferred culture). Express your lifestyle and beliefs with culturally specific stuff like rustic elements for people who come from the South. Asians can embrace Japanese, Chinese or Indian design elements.
Or you can choose to go astray and just embrace a Nordic interior design even if you’re a Caucasian.
Add decorative elements like tapestries, rugs and wall accents. If you’re an artist, then create a home that celebrates your artistry.
Be More Patient
Home remodeling projects will surely test your patience – it’s inevitable. There will be unforeseen issues that you need to deal with, even busy schedules to manage, so you should learn to keep your sanity during the renovation project.
You might want to take a timely vacation, too. Rather than mope inside the same place where workers are rushing in and out, why not take that much-needed family vacay? If you don’t want to temporarily reside elsewhere, then you must be amenable to stay at a different space, say, the guest room while the rest of the home is being renovated.
Still about the downside of remodeling, if you can’t live without a kitchen even for just a single day, then learn to minimize the inconvenience. Set up a temporary food preparation area which includes a microwave oven and a mini refrigerator so you can still prepare light meals during the renovation project.
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Learn to Adapt
Apart from patience, you must also learn a little adaptability. Most kitchen and bathroom remodels are not needful. If truth be told, who really needs a full kitchen? Most of the time, all you need is a little adjustment here and there to meet your growing needs.
Plan for the Long-term
Think about energy loss, long-term maintenance and eventual repairs. Be sure to include these during the time that you calculate probable renovation expenses. If you want your home to last through the years, then you must be ready to hire remodelers who have design experience of no less than three years. More importantly, this remodeler must be someone that you fully trust.
Be sure to visit the past projects of your shortlisted remodeling candidates. The best ones keep an organized work site, have a safety-conscious team, and know how to keep a low profile while finishing the remodeling project.
Mind the Papers
Every remodeling project requires some legal papers. A remodeler must be able to provide a contract that contains the right address, start and completion dates, as well as the details of the renovation project.
Remain Calm
While you are encouraged to be fearless in your designs, you must learn to manage stress. Just think that at the end of this project, you and your loved ones will finally live at a home that’s customized to meet your needs.
Relax and wait for the project to unfold.
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