Congratulations, you’ve bought your dream house! It has amazing vintage charm and great bones, but it’s not exactly your style—or from this century! That’s where a renovation comes in. There are many questions you’ll need to answer before starting any major project, and while it’s tempting to jump right in by choosing paint colors and sofas, here are a few things to think through first:
1. Are there non-cosmetic fixes to be handled?
New cabinets and fresh paint are great, but if your foundation is cracking and the roof is in need of repairs, that’s where you should begin. Once handled, you’ll be free to begin the more cosmetic renovation.
2. How much can you (and your budget) handle?
Not everyone is up for a complete renovation of their home all in one go. Our team is here to help make the process go as smoothly as possible, but some families prefer to handle one or two rooms at a time. It’s also important to know what your total budget is, so you and your designer can work together to allocate your funds appropriately
3. Which spaces are most important to you?
For some homeowners, the space where they spend most of their time is first on the list. For others, it may be the spaces that require the most updating. Whether you decide to begin with the bathrooms or the kitchen, think carefully about which rooms in your home are most important to you. This is where you should begin your renovation.
4. When do you hire a pro?
It is essential to hire a pro when you first begin to think about your renovation. We often have people call us late in the process, making it a challenge to get it right the first time. Hiring a pro at the outset can help you think about the many aspects of the project, in a coordinated, meaningful way.
There’s much more that goes into planning a renovation. That’s why we’re here! Give us a call today, and we’ll walk you through our consultation and planning process to help you begin designing your dream home.
