DIY Home Construction Tips for 2017

Thinking about remodeling your home this year? If so, you want to be on the edge of the coming trends so that your remodel really makes your home look updated, modern, and attractive.

This is doubly important if you plan to sell, but still carries a lot of weight if you just want to live in a stunning house that will leave guests speechless. Here are some design tips that you may want to incorporate into your projects.

1. Maximize Kitchen Storage With Deep Drawers

These look great, but they’re all about function. A drawer that is twice as deep can be used to store:

  • Pots and pans
  • Oversized bowls
  • Crockpots

They also add a sleek, modern look to your interior home renovations.

2. Get the most out of your island

When putting in islands, people used to think mainly about cupboard space and counter space. These are great, but adding:

  • A cooktop
  • A built-in sink
  • Some outlets
  • Storage

This transforms your kitchen into a more efficient and interactive cooking space.

—-> See how we incorporate smart kitchen designs

3. Add heated floors

Heated floors are becoming so popular that some people are just putting them everywhere and letting the ambient heat warm the home.

This instantly makes you feel warmer, even before the air heats up, especially when walking in bare feet on tile floors.

This is great for bathrooms, kitchens, and basements in your next Seattle home renovation and remodeling

4. Utilize open spaces and open designs

Open floor plans have been all the rage for a while now, both in remodels and new builds, but that open feel can go further.

For instance, some people are ditching cupboards for open shelving, stacking plates and bowls where they can be seen and easily accessed. This can make the kitchen feel bigger, even when it’s not.

5. Make your backsplashes count

Maybe you want to add some style and color to the house without totally remodeling everything.

A small change can make a big impact:

  • Red-brick for rustic charm

  • Geometric tiles for modern edge

  • Glass or mirrored finishes for light reflection and elegance

A budget-friendly way to refresh your kitchen without a full remodel.

6. Forget traditional bedrooms

People often do little in a bedroom, thinking you can’t really remodel such a simple space. You can, though, if you embrace attention-grabbing elements like:

  • Towering headboards
  • Feature walls
  • Exotic light fixtures
  • Vaulted ceilings

Yes, most of your bedroom is defined by your furnishings, but don’t think a remodel in the bedroom only involves paint. There’s so much more you can do to make it a space you’ll love.

Ready to Transform Your Home?

Whether you’re looking for functional upgrades or bold design features, these tips offer a great starting point for DIY improvements—or for planning your next renovation project with expert help.

Need professional support? Explore our full-service interior home renovations or home exterior improvements to take your ideas to the next level.

Featured photo source: Pixabay.com

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