The home is one of the biggest financial investments a person or couple can make. It’s especially the case for first-time homeowners who really want to ensure everything’s right. If this is your situation right now, you also want to make it truly your dream home that finally manifested into reality.
To make that happen, here are a few practical ways to make your first home look awesome:
1. Ignore the trends
It’s a curious thing how many people abandon their concept of a dream home just to follow a trend. They often forget what they want in exchange for something shiny that don’t align with their lifestyle and preferences in the first place.
Following the trend might make your home appear amazing this year. But what about next year and the succeeding decade? Trends come and go and the next year’s top design might be totally different from the present.
It’s good to follow a trend only if it already aligns with your existing preferences and lifestyle. Remember that a simple alteration or remodel to keep up with a new trend can cost tens of thousands of dollars.
2. Plan for future changes to minimise alterations
The best things usually stand the test of time. There would be minimal alterations because the design and home construction are able to remain timeless and resilient.
To accomplish that, the present home design should account for the possible future changes (including raising a family, getting old and climate change). This way, remodels and alterations would be kept to a minimum. Take note that a kitchen remodel may cost at least $25,000 and major repositioning of electrical and plumbing utilities.
This seems boring and entirely unrelated to making the home appear amazing. But this will surely lead you to long-term happiness and satisfaction because of the cost savings and “timelessness” of your home.
3. Hire a reputable contractor
They often say in business that ideas are nothing without proper execution. It’s partly true especially in designing a custom home. After all, the best execution can’t save a really bad design.
To get the best of both worlds (excellent design idea and excellent execution), it’s recommended to hire a reputable contractor. The custom home builders will start on your idea and work with you every step of the way. You are the visionary while the builders focus on the execution.
Avoid hiring contractors who offer unreasonably low rates. You always get what you pay for. If you want amazing results, you have to put in amazing effort (or let someone amazing do it).
Hume Building can make your first home look awesome
Here at Hume Building we can effectively execute your idea while controlling costs. We can make your first home look amazing while remaining practical in the process. We can start with your vision, plan for future changes and prioritise your lifestyle and preferences.
Enquire today and let’s discuss your idea of a dream home. Since 2006, Hume Building has been creating custom homes that match the homeowner’s requirements and vision.
