Your own home should be your safe haven – the place where you feel most comfortable and at ease. Making your space your own is an important aspect of achieving this feeling and can be the difference between a ‘house’ and a ‘home.’ Coming home to a place that doesn’t feel like it’s your taste, whether you haven’t renovated since you moved in or your tastes have changed and you haven’t updated the decor in a while, can make some feel anxious or unsettled. And often, many people leave certain areas in the house unattended to, like the loft for example. However, depending on the space, loft conversion costs may not necessarily be overwhelming and instead can turn out to be a practical decision since that means you get one more room for storage or usability.
Additionally, upgrading some aspects of your home, either for aesthetic purposes or functional purposes, can also increase the value of your home and make it easier to sell if and when the time comes. If you think it’s time to make some changes to your space, look no further for some ideas on how to upgrade.
1. Add a fireplace
Adding a fireplace to your living room or even bedroom (if you have the space for it) can make the room instantly feel much cosier. It can act as a focal point for a room, plus when the temperature starts to drop, it can keep your space heated and toasty warm.
Fireplaces don’t need to all be wood fireplaces – you can get gas fires that don’t require as much effort to keep lit but still provide all the warmth of a traditional fireplace. If you’re concerned about the amount of energy usage, there are plenty of energy efficient fireplaces from Marble Hill Fireplaces you can choose from.
2. Replace old appliances with energy-efficient ones
Technology has come a long way in many regards, and one of the ways it has helped the home is with energy-efficient appliances. Gone are the days with energy-hungry appliances that increase energy bills each month. By switching your old appliances like your refrigerator, washing machine and dishwasher to newer models that use less electricity and energy, you can save money on your utility bills, lower your environmental impact, and even boost the resale value of your home. Plus, if you’re a technology fan, you’ll be able to treat yourself to new tech and enjoy modern appliances.
3. Give any room a paint job
If you don’t have a big budget to work with but still want to freshen up your space and make it more to your taste, why not give a few rooms a makeover by adding a new coat of paint? The colour of the year for 2020 is a rich, leafy green colour called ‘Adeline’ green, so if you’re all about staying on-trend, this may be a good choice for your space. If you want a colour that will stand the test of time, pick something more neutral as well as a colour that matches the furnishings you already have, so nothing clashes. You don’t have to paint the whole room either – having one bright or loud accent wall can make the room pop.
4. Landscaping
The outside of your home matters just as much as in the inside, especially when it comes to kerb appeal. You don’t have to hire an expensive landscaper either – plenty of DIY projects can be done in a weekend that will drastically change the outside look of your home.