There are lots of reasons why you might be taking on a renovation – increase your livable space or update the look and feel of your home. No matter what the reason you will want to get the most out of your renovation budget and add value to your home.
Start here: answer these two questions
As you start thinking about your renovation and what you want to accomplish you will need to understand two main things:
How much is what I want going to cost?
And do I have enough money to pay for it?
As a result of TV renovation programs most people don’t understand how much a renovation will cost and tend not to budget enough for everything on their wish list.
When budgeting for any type of renovation it is important to keep these 7 tips in mind.
There are lots of reasons why you might be taking on a renovation – increase your livable space or update the look and feel of your home. No matter what the reason you will want to get the most out of your renovation budget and add value to your home.
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Sounds neat. How does a 3D rendering work?
Think of a 3D rendering as a tool you’ll use before you start your renovation or even your DIY home project.
To start, a design expert will come to your home (for no more than two hours, usually less) to assess your home and capture your vision. They’ll look at your existing space and provide feedback and initial insights on how your ideas are going to look. Then, they’ll put together the full 3D rendering for you to inspect and assess. These renderings give you a unique opportunity to skip to the end of your reno project without actually pulling the trigger or making any changes to your space.
Watching your renovation effortlessly come to life before your eyes? That’s the idea.
Who’s it for?
Naturally, people considering a renovation will absolutely draw a huge benefit from a 3D rendering service. That said, those who are on this fence about whether or not to execute on renovations or a DIY project have a lot to gain as well. Imaging being able to actually see your ideas take shape before they’re actually in your home. It’s like having all the answers at the back of the book! Who wouldn’t want that?
How is this different from a floor plan?
Although floor plans do provide you with some form of visualization, they’re unfortunately done in 2D. They’ll show you where something like a doorway or an open space is going to go, but you won’t be able to visualize the impact of depth in your room.
A 3D rendering on the other hand, shows you how things like fixture measurements, intricate cabinet specs, and news layouts are going to actually feel in real life.
Will it do anything other than help me plan?
You bet it will! A 3D rendering can actually save you tons of money on your upcoming house reno. An advanced preview reduces the number of changes you’ll need to make after your renovation has begun, minimizing the number of times you’ll go back to your design team for reworks or changes to construction that’s already underway.
You’ll also get the benefit of evolving your plans as you go, and you’ll be able to see the impact of every change you might want to make. Having a visual reference streamlines communication with everyone involved in your reno project, saves you all the time you’d usually spend articulating your ideas, and speeds up how fast you’ll be able to make plans.
What else can I do to start planning my renovation?
We’re glad you asked! There are a multitude of different things you can start doing to get all of your ideas and plans in place. Here are just a few:
- Buy some paint swatches from your local paint store, or wallpaper samples, and test the different colours out on the wall of the room you are planning to renovate – there is nothing worse than buying paint in a colour you don’t love.
- Get your style in check by researching and figuring out if you’re into modern interiors, classic interiors, or even a mix of both!
- Make a list of what is functioning well in your current space versus what isn’t. This will give you a more well-rounded idea about what you actually need to renovate, and what can be left alone.
Once all your ideas are finalized, find out what to expect for the cost of your renovation so you can start making your ideas come to life.