The renovation of a home is a significant endeavour that can get off to a relatively uncomplicated beginning. You are working on removing a corner of the carpeting on a Saturday morning when the idea occurs to you, “Why don’t I refinish these hardwood floors?”
The straightforward refinishing project took a total of six months to complete, during which time it resulted in the demolition of walls, the removal of floorboards, and the deactivation of bedrooms. The positive aspect of this, on the other hand, is that it is possible for you to end up with a stunning home that has been refinished for a portion of the price that it would have cost you to buy a brand new home. This saves you money.
A total remodel of the house is a completely different kettle of fish than a simple update. Taking up the carpet is not the first step, nor should it be considered the first step in any scenario. Coming to terms with the enormous scale of the project ought to be the first step, after which one should proceed to the stage of planning the project.
You can make the situation more enjoyable and fun for yourself in some way, and there is a way that you can do this.
Take a look at the various options we have available in Melbourne for home renovations so that you can create the home of your dreams.
Here’s our whole house remodel guide.
GET A CLEAR VISION
First things first, let’s get a few things straight. Because it is not a simple do-it-yourself project that you can easily abandon if you lose interest, it is imperative that you carefully consider whether or not you really want to remodel an entire house. Are you certain that you will be able to manage and oversee the entire remodelling process from beginning to end? Do you believe it is something that warrants financial investment on your part? You may find the answers to these questions helpful in determining whether or not to continue. When we were remodelling the whole house, the first thing we had to do was figure out where we should begin. We required a strategy.
You will need to develop a plan for what you want to do to the house as well as a scope of work before you can begin any of the actual work associated with remodelling the house.
You’re just going to change the flooring and paint, are you? Do you intend to completely remodel the kitchen? Are you going to recycle any of the materials that you originally used? Will you be tearing down any walls or constructing any new ones? Are you considering making major alterations to the floor plan of your kitchen or bathroom? Do you anticipate having to re-route any of the electrical or plumbing lines?
When we started our own remodelling project, we thought about the layout of the house and how we wanted to use the space, as well as what we might need in the future and what we would want visually.
Start visualising what you want for your home once you’ve decided to go ahead. The beauty of a whole-house makeover is that you can design exactly the home you want, so it’s worth spending the time and effort to figure out what’s most important to you and your family.
To get started, you can become familiar with ideas for home remodelling that are straightforward and fundamental. Check out what the most recent developments are in the world of interior design, and see if there’s anything that piques your interest.
THINK ABOUT THE FUTURE
A complete renovation of your home requires a significant time and financial investment on your part, but high-quality work is an investment that will pay off for the rest of your life. Therefore, it is essential to keep in mind what life in your current home might be like in the years to come and plan accordingly. Children will eventually become adults, and there is a possibility that grandchildren will follow. Accessible design features, such as options that are simple to operate and well-lit areas, become more important as people of all ages continue to age. Plan ahead to ensure that you get the most out of your renovation.
If you do not intend to make your remodelled house your permanent residence, you ought to give some thought to the price at which it could be sold in the future. When it comes to selling their homes, the majority of homeowners in the United States choose to undertake a comprehensive renovation.
CHOOSE BETWEEN DIY OR HIRING PROS
What steps can you take to ensure the success of the project? You have the option of doing it yourself or hiring professionals.
Because this is such a large project, it is not possible to perform all of the work on your own. When it comes to making changes to the entire house, the vast majority of homeowners prefer to collaborate with design-build contractors who have a wealth of experience and expertise.
Because you are renovating the entire house, it is highly unlikely that you will be doing all of the work by yourself. When it comes to tasks like plumbing and electrical work, even the most do-it-yourself-minded homeowner will need to bring in an expert.
The term “professional” can refer to a wide variety of workers, from high-priced general contractors to inexpensive sub-contractors and handymen who can be located through word of mouth or classified ads. As a result of the fact that not all home improvement projects are created equal, you will need to evaluate each individual project on an individual basis in order to determine whether or not you are capable of tackling the home improvement project yourself or whether or not you want to hire professionals.
It is helpful to be aware, however, that taking on some of the remodelling projects oneself can be one way to cut costs in renovations that are driven by contractors. When it comes to subcontractors, contractors prefer to work exclusively with their “own people.” However, if “the other person” is you and the progress of the remodel won’t be affected by your piece, he should be willing to compromise (suggestion: save your piece for the last, such as painting the kitchen).
The thing is, these professionals can come from an in-house team or simply consider themselves to be subcontractors. Either way, they are considered to be professionals. The first option is frequently recommended because an internal team almost certainly has experience working on significant projects in the past. It is more likely that a team is well-organized, uses a systematic approach, and operates according to a comprehensive plan. The cost of hiring one may be high, but it is well worth it to find the right team.
The second strategy involves contracting work out to a third party. Do you require the services of a contractor who has extensive experience in the renovation of bathrooms and kitchens? Are you looking for someone who specialises in making improvements to outdoor spaces? If this is the case, you should hire several subcontractors to work on various aspects of the project.
It is a widespread misunderstanding that people who own their own homes have no choice but to turn everything over to the contractors. Do-it-yourself projects are perfect for situations in which you believe you have the ability to assist with certain responsibilities. This could even result in cost savings.
Here at Hitch Property Constructions, we provide bathroom remodelling services.
MAKE A FUNDING PLAN FOR YOUR PROJECT
The days are long gone when you were required to stick with a particular method in order to finance the renovation of your home. At this point in time, everything is negotiable, provided that you are prepared financially and are able to make the investment.
You probably don’t want to know how much money your home renovation project will cost you. Therefore, it is best to devise a variety of different funding options. Your options for funding could range from something as straightforward as sweat equity to as involved as a traditional home equity loan.
Cash and other liquid assets are, without a doubt, the quickest and easiest assets to use when looking for a way to finance home renovations. You won’t have to worry about making regular payments, dealing with interest fees, or even having debt. Taking out loans, however, is a viable choice to make if you don’t have enough money stashed away in your savings account in the meantime. Taking out a loan against the equity in your home is the path of least resistance. Your recently renovated house will serve as collateral for the loan, and all you need to do to avoid the possibility of losing it is make your payments on time. The loans with no interest are in a league of their own, but qualifying for them can be challenging.
In the event that neither of these solutions is successful, you should fall back on using your credit card. However, you should be prepared to pay high interest rates.
Develop Plan for Saving on Remodeling Costs
It seems as though the purpose of home remodelling is to empty your savings account as quickly as possible, what with designers’ fees, contractors’ commissions, and credit cards from The Home Depot. There are, however, tried and true methods by which one can save money on the costs of home remodelling, including everything from the kitchen to the bathroom.
BECOME COMFORTABLE WITH MANAGING CONTRACTORS AND WORK CREWS
In spite of the fact that you have resolved to handle everything on your own, the reality is that you will eventually require the assistance of another person. You will need to be familiar with the process of managing work crews.
MAP OUT THE REMODEL AREAS
Do you intend to renovate the whole house, or do you want to concentrate on the rooms that get the most use, like the kitchen and bathroom? The phrase “whole house remodel” can mean the renovation of any combination of rooms, the addition of a new room, or the renovation of the entire house. Determine the areas that are most in need of renovation, and be sure to include those in your plan.
CHOOSE YOUR STYLE AND DESIGN
When it comes to fashion, how would you describe the look you want for your new home? The possibilities are virtually endless when it comes to redecorating your home after giving it a complete makeover. Pick out a few different designs and concepts that pique your interest, and then discuss them with your design-build contractor to see how well they mesh with the plans you have.
CONSIDER YOUR UTILITIES
It is possible that your utilities, such as water, gas, and electricity, will impose some limitations on your remodelling project. This is especially true if you intend to make significant structural changes or build either upwards or horizontally. Suppose you’ve got a significant remodel in mind. If this is the case, it would be beneficial to seek the advice of an experienced remodeler as soon as possible to determine which alterations are possible and which difficulties may be associated with implementing them.
KEEP IN MIND STRUCTURAL REQUIREMENTS AND MATCHING
When it comes to additions, significant alterations have the potential to cause issues with the home’s structural support, and the same is true in this scenario. In addition to the requirements outlined in the current building code, every municipality or building jurisdiction has its own set of specific requirements. Talk to a company that specialises in both design and construction to get some assistance figuring out how this will affect your house. It is essential to keep in mind that newly constructed buildings should conform to the building standards of the area.
KEEP TRACK OF YOUR REMODEL PLAN
Having things figured out or learning about a fantastic new addition to your remodel, and then forgetting about it, is the single worst thing that could happen. You can save yourself a lot of stress if you remember to keep track of everything.
You can get a head start on the project by creating your own remodel binder, which will compile all of the necessary paperwork and information for you before you begin the project. Using tab dividers allows you to create categories, making organisation and monitoring not only simpler, but also more efficient.
Aside from that, many homeowners these days are simplifying the process of home remodelling by downloading a variety of apps designed specifically for that purpose. Imagine that you need a three-dimensional representation of your entire home, or that you are creating a motif based on the colour scheme you have chosen. The ability to access the plan for your home remodel through your phone is a convenient option.
TAKE SAFETY AND CLEANLINESS SERIOUSLY
Before sanding down that 80-year-old handrail, it’s a good idea to think about things like the possibility of lead-based paint being present. When painting the inside of your house, it is just as important to take precautions to prevent the creation of a mess as it is to devise a strategy to prevent dust from spreading into unworked areas of the house.
Do you want to know if your house is well-kept? There’s no need to look any further! We at Hitch Property Constructions are here to help you with home maintenance.
Brilliant renovation design ideas to consider
The Glass Link
The use of a glazed link to join the old and new segments of a residence that is undergoing an addition is a concept for home improvements that is becoming more and more popular. By including a glass linking section, which can also bring layers of light into an otherwise gloomy, old residences, a house can have a distinct junction between two sections.
This cleverly designed glazed link, created by Adam Knibb, unites the original Degree II-listed longtime barn with a timber-clad, modern addition. The link is glazed as well. In order to increase lighting and offer views of the surrounding garden, the link spans the difference in floor levels in between old and new sections. To ensure that rain will flow away from it, the upper half of the link is slightly angled.
The Voluminous Space
We frequently think in terms of floor space, and the space above is overlooked as a result. However, an improvement project can provide the opportunity to maximise the potential of a current house.
This quaint bungalow from the 1930s has been transformed into a spacious and modern home that bears no resemblance to its former self. This single-story home gives off the impression that it is both spacious and airy thanks to the installation of roof lights in strategic locations, picture windows, and vaulted ceilings. A further improvement to the impression of space is achieved by reducing the number of interior walls.
The Broken Plan
It might not be a good idea for all types of businesses to go all-out with an open floor plan. Having areas that are entirely open plan can make it challenging to create more intimate and private spaces when remodelling. Despite the fact that these areas unquestionably maximise smaller areas and make sure that light can move from one area to another, this is the case.
The term “broken plan” refers to floor plans that are open but can still be zoned through the use of incomplete walls, inner windows, and room dividers. This is when the term “broken plan” comes into play. This strategy can be successfully used in both a big and small house.
Existing Openings Transformed
The majority of the time, the rightful owners of historic homes had very different priorities for their property than do the current tenants. Making sure a historic home can serve as a place of residence for people living in the twenty-first century without sacrificing the home’s original charm can be a real challenge. Although the openings in each of these properties weren’t any longer necessary, due to the sensitive nature of the buildings and the fact that both of the properties were listed, the openings could not simply be boarded up.
Building a shutter-like feature inside the now-defunct earliest door frames of his house, which was originally made up of three separate farmworker cottages (above). In addition to being visually stunning, the design also offers privacy by obstructing the perspective into the residence from the street while still allowing natural light to enter.
All of the previous large agricultural openings were preserved in the renovation and conversion plan created by David Nossiter Architects for this 1836-built barn. Three different glazing companies were hired to complete the work of installing custom glazing within the original openings, which included a large number of sliding doors. Simple panes of glass that have been fixed in place have transformed the area from dark to light. It was not possible to simply block off any openings due to the buildings’ historical significance.
Making the Original Fabric Visible
As shown by the exposed timber frame in this house, preserving or exposing an older home’s original structure can not only give a renovation project’s interiors character, but it can also be a nice nod to the structure’s past.
The oldest portion of this Degree II-listed barn was about to fall apart when construction on the extending and converting got underway. On the condition that as much of the original oak frame was salvaged and used as possible, the community conservation officer approved the demolition of the building’s oldest portion.
The barn was damaged, but Border Oak was able to successfully disassemble and reassemble it. The building’s decorative elements were made out of the timbers that couldn’t be used structurally due to their poor condition. The timbers may be used structurally in some cases.
The Supporting Post
Granit Architecture + Interiors has designed a contemporary extension to the side and rear of this property that incorporates features to fulfil the brief in response to the wishes of the clients for a home that had a “industrial aesthetic,” a spacious feel, and plenty of natural light. This was done in response to the clients’ desire for a home that had a “industrial aesthetic.”
There is no longer a requirement for a load-bearing wall because a load-bearing column that was reclaimed from an old bandstand is now providing structural support. This exemplifies how a functional component of the structure can also contribute to the building’s overall aesthetic.
The exposed brick walls and full-width steel-framed doors that span the entire length of the back of the house both contribute to the room’s overall industrial atmosphere.
The Twisted Roof
The charming Degree II-listed rear addition of this Norfolk cottage is not readily apparent from the front. The addition serves as a fantastic example of how remodelling can produce some of the most creative and eye-catching solutions imaginable.
The architect Tom Allen stated that the twisting roof design originated from the need to “get a roof in that would overlook the screen at the rear and also have adequate head altitude as you go up the stairs.” In this instance, the new extension’s warped roof was a solution developed to preserve the rear bedroom window while incorporating a new staircase.
The roof’s rafters and ceiling joists are made of softwood, and it is constructed similarly to a typical warm deck roof. To accommodate the twisting element, each rafter has a slightly different pitch, which adds an unusual twist.
Instead of using standard plywood sheets to cover the rafters and joists, three layers of 6mm plywood have been bonded and lacquered together to create a sturdy, curved structure akin to a ship’s hull. A single-ply layer is placed on top of the insulation, which is built in layers like the rest of the building.
The New Third Storey
The new owner was anxious to ensure that the house seems more in maintaining with homes that were located nearby after purchasing the property, which was a dilapidated two-story, double-fronted residence situated at the bottom of a sloped street that was mostly occupied by three- or four-story buildings.
The solution was proposed by Granit Architects + Interiors, who also came up with the idea to add a brand-new third story, in addition to a contemporary, glazed, two-story addition to the side at the back. The exterior walls have been recently rendered, and sash windows that match the existing ones have been installed to ensure that the new storey blends seamlessly with the existing one.
The Bifold Alternative
The new rear and side extensions, which were designed by Granit Architecture + Interiors, have completely changed the appearance of this traditional Victorian terrace. In an effort to let in more natural light while also providing something that is a little bit unique in comparison to the typical bi-fold or sliding doors, a massive series of steel-framed windows and doors have been installed, along with a series of large roof lights above.
Built-in Joinery
Some rooms don’t have square arrangements, especially in renovation projects. Although this is undoubtedly a major part of their appeal, it can be difficult to find furniture that not only fits but also creates the most of the available space.
For example, rooms with uneven walls and sloping ceilings benefit greatly from built-in home furnishings. This style of furniture makes sure that every available space is considered and utilised.
In order to maximise the amount of usable space that can be obtained from it, bunk beds with storage underneath have been constructed in this bedroom. As a result, the room’s high ceilings can be used to their full effect as a feature that creates space.
It is time to get started on your home remodel now that you have a comprehensive plan for the entire project. Do not let your fear prevent you from entering. If you follow the advice that was provided in this article, you will be well on your way to renovating your entire home.
FAQs About Home Renovation
Can I Renovate a House Myself?
In order to perform the home improvement work on your own property, you are free to obtain the necessary permits. A contractor, on the other hand, has a better understanding of what kinds of permits are going to be required, and they will have an easier time navigating the system. If you don’t want to deal with the hassle of obtaining permits, you should hire a professional to do the job for you.
How Difficult Is It to Remodel a House?
The work involved in remodelling is challenging, dusty, and dirty, and it can be disruptive to your household. Be certain that everyone in the house is on board with the idea that there will be some mess and inconvenience, and make a plan to finish the job in the allotted amount of time.
Is Remodeling a Home Worth It?
According to a study conducted by the National Association of Realtors and the National Association of the Remodeling Industry, homeowners can recoup approximately 59 percent of the cost, and a new master suite will typically return 50 percent of the investment.
Is It Cheaper to Build or Remodel?
Renovating an existing space typically results in lower overall costs than building something brand new.
What Is Included in a Renovation?
During a renovation, a kitchen will still function as a kitchen, and a bedroom will still function as a bedroom; however, necessary repairs and updates will be made. In most cases, this will involve activities such as painting the walls, putting in new flooring, and replacing fixtures and hardware like cabinet knobs and faucets. Reconstruction of the structure is also included in renovation.
Conclusion
The renovation of a home is a significant endeavour that can get off to a relatively uncomplicated beginning. You can end up with a stunning home that has been refinished for a portion of the price it would have cost you to buy a brand new home. Take a look at the various options we have available in Melbourne for home renovations so that you can create the home of your dreams. To get started, you can become familiar with ideas for home remodelling that are straightforward and fundamental. When you are renovating the entire house, it is highly unlikely that you will be doing all of the work by yourself.
Even the most do-it-yourself-minded homeowner will need to bring in an expert. The cost of hiring a professional may be high, but it is well worth it to find the right team. Here at Hitch Property Constructions, we provide bathroom remodelling services. Take out a home equity loan against the equity in your home is the path of least resistance. Cash and liquid assets are the quickest and easiest assets to use when looking for a way to finance home renovations.
The second strategy involves contracting work out to a third party. Consider your utilities, such as water, gas and electricity, which may limit your remodelling project. The phrase “whole house remodel” can mean the renovation of any combination of rooms, the addition of a new room, or the renovation of the entire house. There are, however, tried and true methods by which one can save money on the costs of home remodelling, including everything from the kitchen to the bathroom. Hitch Property Constructions are here to help you with home maintenance and home remodelling.
A glazed link unites the old and new segments of a home that is undergoing an addition. Building a historic home without sacrificing the home’s charm can be a real challenge. The oldest portion of this Degree II-listed barn was about to fall apart when construction on the extending and converting got underway. The new owner was anxious to ensure that the house seems more in maintaining with homes that were located nearby after purchasing the property, which was a dilapidated two-story, double-fronted residence situated at the bottom of a sloped street that was mostly occupied by three- or four-story buildings. Granit Architects + Interiors have given you a comprehensive plan for the entire project. It is time to get started on your home remodel now that you have a comprehensive plan for the entire project.
Content Summary
- You will need to develop a plan for what you want to do to the house as well as a scope of work before you can begin any of the actual work associated with remodelling the house.
- As a result of the fact that not all home improvement projects are created equal, you will need to evaluate each individual project on an individual basis in order to determine whether or not you are capable of tackling the home improvement project yourself or whether or not you want to hire professionals.
- You can get a head start on the project by creating your own remodel binder, which will compile all of the necessary paperwork and information for you before you begin the project.
- The use of a glazed link to join the old and new segments of a residence that is undergoing an addition is a concept for home improvements that is becoming more and more popular.
- Although the openings in each of these properties weren’t any longer necessary, due to the sensitive nature of the buildings and the fact that both of the properties were listed, the openings could not simply be boarded up.
- It was not possible to simply block off any openings due to the buildings’ historical significance.
- The oldest portion of this Degree II-listed barn was about to fall apart when construction on the extending and converting got underway.
- The new rear and side extensions, which were designed by Granit Architecture + Interiors, have completely changed the appearance of this traditional Victorian terrace.
It is time to get started on your home remodel now that you have a comprehensive plan for the entire project.
