Today’s Top Renovation Trends

In today’s competitive property market, it’s important that real estate owners present house designs that grab the attention of prospective buyers, and renovations might just do that.

By Glenda Thompson

According to Grant Gavin, Broker/Owner of RE/MAX Panache in Durban North, performing renovations is the best way to raise your home’s value and the chances of receiving prime offers – should you choose to sell!

As home improvement is the ideal solution, Gavin strongly urged property owners to use qualified professionals for renovations. Workers with extensive experience will generate the desired result.

Poorly executed remodelling could cost you more in the long run, counteracting any money-saving efforts you may have employed.

In order to find reliable renovators:

• Contact various respected contractors
• Keep design requests consistent for an accurate quote comparison
• Verify their renovator’s credentials
• Consult the internet for reviews of their service, such as their punctuality and job site maintenance.

It is also wise to note that certain areas within your house have a greater influence on its overall value than others. Kitchens and bathrooms are particularly financially worthwhile to renovate, even though these home improvements may appear costly.

Before you begin work on your home, seek inspiration from popular renovation ideas and the current preferences of real estate buyers. Highly regarded designers and remodelling specialists consider the following the biggest property trends right now:

Create Flow between Living Spaces

You can increase the size of your communal areas and promote more social interaction within the confines of your abode, by:

• Adopting an open plan layout – Knock down the walls separating your kitchen from your living room. Use islands or counters to maintain some division.
• Keeping themes or styles consistent – Decorate neighbouring spaces in the same or matching colour schemes, or lay down similar hardwood flooring.

Cultivate an Eco-friendly Home

Limit your property’s carbon footprint by using recycled resources for renovations, or introducing a few environmentally-friendly features, such as:

• Solar panels
• Water-restricting showerheads
• Home automation systems
• Energy saving LED light bulbs

Craft a Bathroom Oasis

Those fortunate to have both the space and resources for lavish house renovations have been furnishing their washrooms with luxury items. These include:

• Underfloor heating
• Standalone bathtubs
• Showerheads with multiple spray settings

Add Technologically Advanced Designs

In this tech-savvy age, more people have been incorporating gadgets in their home design. Consider additions like:

• Built-in gadgets – Charging stations and outlets with USB ports are fantastic for organisation and convenience.
• A sophisticated design – Incorporating the aforementioned gadgets into cupboards removes the hazard of cords and creates a neat appearance.

Gavin concluded with a reminder: In our property market, it is essential to choose renovations that increase your home’s investment value and general appeal. This is why it’s important to develop a detailed plan and budget accordingly.

Chapman Building are a reputable building contracting firm and will do renovations, commercial or residential home builds. Contact Cell: 083 778 3558 or Tel: 032 946 3558 Email: jason@chapmanbuilding.co.za