Your home is one of the biggest investments you will make, and you want to make sure you are investing your time and money wisely.
Our goal for any project is to create a home that adds to the quality of your life and will hopefully increase in investment if you ever decide to sell.
HERE ARE FIVE WAYS TO WISELY INVEST IN YOUR HOME:
1. Use classic materials in the shell of your home:
By choosing classic materials and architectural elements that are in keeping with the style of your home, you will create a timeless feel that supports any style of furnishings you layer in.
2. Be strategic with the type of fabrics you select:
Are you thinking of purchasing a new sofa or reupholstering one you already own? If so, opt for a higher quality fabric with a high double-rub count or professional treatment. Taking these factors into consideration will pay off after a few years of wear and tear.
The following pictures are projects of high-traffic spaces where we strategically selected fabrics based on how the room functions.
3. Utilize every space in your home:
From large and spacious to small and quaint, maximizing your square footage is imperative.
As I wrote in a previous blog post here, we helped this large family transform their garage into a second family room to create some needed extra space.
4. Neat and tidy landscaping:
Your landscaping is the first impression people see as they approach your home. Allow the appearance of your home’s exterior to catch your guests at the door with a few simple and effective ways.
For example, keep your sidewalks and porches cleanly swept so leaves and cobwebs don’t accumulate.
I also like to have the mulch in our yard freshened up twice a year (in the fall and spring). You will be shocked with how this truly makes your shrubs and trees pop.
5. Customize your kitchen and bathrooms:
Updating your kitchen or an outdated bathroom are places where you can add value to your home. Not only for re-sale purposes, but also in terms of function for you and your family.
We designed this client’s kitchen to suit their needs in a new build. As empty-nesters, they didn’t want a large breakfast room because they enjoy eating everyday meals around an island. With emphasis on the custom island design and function, we added counter stools and a table-like feel as a perfect solution for ‘island dining’.
Another great way to maximize space in a kitchen is to incorporate banquette-style seating with your breakfast room table.
I hope you find these five ways to invest helpful and that they guide you on where to spend your money on your home. Reach out to us here if we can help you turn your home into one you love.
Have a great day,
Dana
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