Are you thinking about renovating your house? Have you ever thought of planning a home renovation Singapore?
You see, we live in an age where we have a lot of resources at our disposal when it comes to a house renovation. We can hire professionals, or do it ourselves. But the truth is that a lot of people end up spending a fortune on their house renovation, and end up getting less than what they had originally expected. And this is where it starts.
We spend a lot of time, energy, and money on renovations, but what happens is that we end up with a renovated house that looks really great, but isn’t actually usable for us anymore. And we are left with an empty and uninspiring house. And this is where the real pain starts.
In this article, I’m going to show you five things to take note of for a renovation project in Singapore. If you want to have a successful renovation project, then read on…
Estimate Your Budget
This is the most crucial aspect when you plan to do a house renovation Singapore. Where is the source of your renovation budget? An in house renovation loan? Or your own saving? It’s very important to estimate your renovation budget even before you contact an interior designer. Scrutinise a calculation about how long the project will be completed, how many things need to get done, where will you live during the renovation, what’s your personal taste in designs, and what kind of furnishings you want. By creating a clear vision of your renovation budget, you can know how much money you will spend so you won’t spend it for something useless.Estimate The Scope
One or two factors that take up most of your renovation budget are the size of your house and the scope of work involved. It’s also essential to calculate how much work needs to get done and the type of your house. Are you planning to renovate your 3-room, or 4-room, or 5-room HDB? Or are you living in a condo? Which areas need to be fixed? Is it the kitchen? The bathroom? Or the living room? Remember that the more scope of the work, the more it costs. If you have a limited budget, you need to prioritise which area that needs to be done the most.
Where Will You Live Temporarily?
When your house is under renovation, of course, for a while, you can’t live there. So, you need to consider where to live temporarily. If you own another house, then it’s such a fortunate because you don’t have to be overwhelmed about the money you need to spend on this matter. If you don’t, you need to think of alternative ways to get a temporary house without breaking your bank account. For instance, your relative’s houses (maybe, you don’t even need to spend money on this), a temporary rental house, or a budget-friendly flat.Do Your Own Research
Do your own research, not only about the budget, but also about the design you want and the interior design firms. It is good if you can get the renovation package at an affordable price that is under your budget. However, you can’t be lured by a cheap renovation package. You have to scrutinise what they offer and consider if they fit your space. Other than that, save pictures of your personal taste in designs and show them to your interior designer to make sure you are on the same page.
Don’t Neglect the Functionality and Quality
When you’re doing a house renovation, of course you want to get new furnishings. And it’s always fun to look for new furniture for your house. Two things to notice are the functionality and quality. Create a renovation items list. You need to short out your old furniture and consider whether they need to be replaced or they still can be used. If some things need to be changed, don’t be caught up with the design, but think about their function and quality. Opt for furnishings that are functional and durable.
