PART 1: UPDATING YOUR HOME’S CURB APPEAL
Dream homes are typically built from scratch. If you’re raring to have yours but don’t have the luxury to start from nothing, however, don’t fret! You can still have that dream home of yours simply by taking advantage of some great remodeling ideas to update your property, beginning with your exteriors. Here are some exterior home remodeling ideas to get you started: MAKE IT NEUTRAL AND NATURAL One of the most popular themes in modern home design is combining neutral, flat colors with natural textures. This can easily be achieved, for instance, by using natural wood panels in certain parts of your home’s exterior to complement flat-textured stucco or concrete siding.
FLAT TOPS ARE BACK Looking boxy has never been this good. Flat roofs were often associated with commercial or industrial buildings, but its minimalist appearance has captured the interest of modern home designers around the world. Flat roofs can be made from different materials and are fairly easy to access, making clean up and maintenance a breeze.
PART 1: UPDATING YOUR HOME’S CURB APPEAL
BIGGER, SIMPLER GLASS Too many panels on a window is a characteristic of traditional design. To harness minimalism, you’re going to want to go for a sleeker look with windows featuring larger, resulting in fewer, panels of glass. If you’re worried about letting in too much sunlight in your home, you can take advantage of tinted glass or window treatments like blinds or curtains, which can also be used to boost your home’s interior appearance. LIGHT ‘EM UP Who said your home can’t look great when after dark? Modern home design favors adding lights at the right spots, such as wall sconces on columns and along walkways, for both style and function. Your home may look different in the evening but with the right lighting, it can be just as stunning as during the day.
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Eager to give the inside of your home a modern boost as well? Head on over to the next part of this blog series to learn more about remodeling ideas designed to update the look of your home’s interior.
PART 2: IT’S NEWER ON THE INSIDE!
Updating your exterior is good, but you also need to upgrade your interior to complete your home’s transformation. Here are a few home interior remodeling ideas that you may want to consider: REMODELING YOUR KITCHEN
You need to modernize one of the busiest parts of your home if you want to give your property the complete modern makeover. Some of the tasks you can carry out include: Updating your counters. Modern counters or kitchen drawers often feature doors that form a smooth surface that transitions perfectly into the wall, oven, or refrigerator next to them. Changing the lighting. See your kitchen in a whole new light (literally) by changing lighting fixtures. Do away with decades-old ceiling lamps, for instance, that may not just look outdated but are also highly energyinefficient as well. Opt for smaller studio lights for less clutter and concentrated lighting. Around kitchen sinks and counters, consider recessed lighting to maintain sleekness without hampering visibility. Keeping the floor simple. Your best bet is to keep your kitchen floor plain but if you want to take advantage of patterns, opt for nothing fancy and stick with neutral blocks of color.
PART 2: IT’S NEWER ON THE INSIDE!
REMODELING YOUR BATHROOM Another high-priority area for home remodeling, your bathroom can offer peace, relaxation, and style when given a modern overhaul by:
Getting rid of tile flair. Even in the bathroom, simplicity still rules so do away with bathroom tiles that are dated or are simply too fancy. Opt for a no-grout design for a more modern look. Changing the porcelain. Nothing screams “old-fashioned” louder than an old tub and toilet. Fortunately, these are easy to replace, available in a range of styles to address needs pertaining to both aesthetic and function. Dropping the curtains. Get rid of aging shower curtains and replace them with those featuring simpler designs or solid colors. Better yet, have a glass shower door installed. This will not only more effectively keep water confined to the shower area but will also help open up your bathroom, making it look more spacious. Don’t stop with your kitchen and bathroom, however! These are just two areas of your home you need to prioritize. Upgrading your living room and bedroom will also go a long way towards making your home look more modern. ooooo
To give your home the upgrade it needs, you need the help of a remodeling company. Find the right one for you with some help from Part 3 of this e-book.
PART 3: FINDING THE RIGHT HOME REMODELER
Remodeling a home is nothing to scoff at, what with the time and money it will take to carry out. Make the effort to look for the right remodeling company, however, and you’ll help ensure that your upgrade is done right the first time. So how do you find the right home remodeler? Keep in mind the following: Make sure they’re local You’d want to hire a remodeler that’s easy to get in touch with so look for a remodeling company that operates within your area. This will also help you avoid shady “remodeling pros” that just take your money and mysteriously vanish, nowhere to be found. Make sure a remodeler has at least a physical address and a working phone number. Make sure they’re licensed Naturally, you’d want to make sure that you’re hiring a remodeler that knows what they are doing. To ensure this, check if a remodeling company is licensed to do business in your state. This will guarantee that the remodeling company you are interested in does work that matches what is considered satisfactory by local standards.
PART 3: FINDING THE RIGHT HOME REMODELER
Go for affiliated companies Some remodelers are affiliated with big organizations such as the National Association of the Remodeling Industry or the National Association of Home Builders. These organizations have strict rules about maintaining quality workmanship so you can expect membership to mean that a remodeling company is able to adhere to requirements set to guarantee customer satisfaction. Check for insurance Like other home improvement activities, remodeling entails a few risks such as possible property damage and injuries. Chances of these accidents happening are very low if you work with a reputable remodeling company but you’ll still want to ensure that your bases are covered should anything happen by working with an insured remodeler.
Ask around One of the best ways to tell if a remodeler will be able to give you the results you’re looking for is by checking customer feedback. Remodeling companies typically feature testimonials in their websites so that’s a good place to start but don’t hesitate to ask friends and family as well for referrals.
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