Elevate Your Sanctuary: Which Renovations Actually Raise Your Home’s Value
So you’re looking to give your home a makeover that’s not just about making it look gorgeous, but also about amping up its value, right? Well, you've come to the right place, friend!
If you’ve hung around these parts for a while then you know we can gush forever about having design that whisks us to paradise from your first foot in the door. But after nearly two decades in business, we also know that renovating + redesigning a home is also about adding real value to your home.
Home is not only a financial investment but we want it to tell our story and be our own guilty pleasure so we’re balancing both sides of the stick here… And for the logical minds in the family, looking at you John, we also want it to maintain + increase our ROI some day.
*Sigh… adulting is hard!*
Which is why when we design a home at Elegant Simplicity, we keep in mind the home’s resale value. Which got us thinking, if you want your home’s value to keep on flourishing with each investment you make you might be wondering what you should be investing in when renovating.
Well, let’s dive into how you can elevate your home’s luxury, making it everything you need + nothing more®, while also increasing the resale value in the future.
Visionary Planning
First things first, let’s define what a luxury home means to you. After all, you’re the one living there :)
Is it the whisper-soft feel of plush materials underfoot?
The high-tech wizardry of smart home features or sustainable materials?
Or the calm oasis of a beautifully curated primary bathroom?
Whatever your vision of luxury, when we work together as your interior designers, we want your home to represent who you are + for it to tell your story, while also ensuring that the market value is increasing.
The Designer Difference
Obviously we’re biased, *wink*, but a luxury property swoons not simply because of amazing architecture, breathtaking views or dreamy landscapes but because of a well curated home — a tasteful home.
And a home renovation that truly raises your homes value not only looks beautiful but it functions well because it was created with intentionality + built to last.
As your designers, our role is to design a beautiful home for you — but that doesn’t mean we throw the baby out with the bath water either :)
Increasing your home value is a masterful art of marrying our eye for curating beautiful spaces with logical decisions for understanding the implications of those changes to your market value.
What we ultimately help you create is a home that’s truly Elegant Simplicity® where you’re investing in areas that, even when no longer brand new (because you’ve lived in them), still increase the desirability for the next homeowner.
Tailored Spaces That Go Beyond One-Size-Fits-All
Speaking of… when it comes to high-end renovations, customization is your friend.
While customization removes the friction from your life + often echos your personality it screams intentionality for any home buyer in the future.
And when it comes to luxury properties, everyone wants to feel like the home they’re buying was designed thoughtfully + also cared for by the previous owners.
From home theaters to wine cellars to bespoke cabinetry with all the bells + whistle to whole home automation, a well-curated, intentional design definitely has the potential to boost the desirability of your home.
Adding More Space
Any renovation that adds space to your home is going to help raise its value.
This could mean adding visual space like removing a wall to create an open concept floor plans (hello, where have you been all our lives?) to actually adding physical square footage, such as finishing off a daylight basement, converting the attic to include an additional bedroom or bathroom or doing an actual addition to your home for say a second living room.
Everyone loves more space… and I bet you do, too.
Renovating Kitchens + Bathrooms
We’ll keep this one short because everyone knows — but when done right — a kitchen + bathroom remodel can absolutely elevate your space + raise your homes value.
Fixing Problems
If there are any problems, inside or out, these are the first to be addressed. Think leaky faucet, ungrounded electrical outlets or squeaky floors… These things pop up more often than one would think — even in beautiful homes.
By fixing these problem areas you’re not only improving the perceived value of your home (squeaks begone) but most of these fixes actually boost the property’s value. #WinWin!
When we design your home, we’ll be open with you from the start about any work that we should consider conquering during our time working together.
Remove Any Age-Revealing Traits or Trends
Every home comes with spoiler alerts that tell us which decade the home was built, and no surprise, exactly how old it is. #WompWomp.
Even if you’re living in a historic home, you probably don’t want Memory Lane as your permanent address :)
If your fixtures scream old or your ceilings look like popcorn, you have glass block shower walls and Hollywood bathroom lights, these are signs it’s time to remove the era signifiers in your home.
We’ve seen it alllll over the last few decades but as your home renovation loving team, we’re able to help determine which parts of your home should be preserved with care + which areas need a spa day of their own...
Improve the Function Of Your Closet Space
Improving the overall function of your home is another big win for property value… (+ for you!) Don’t we all want a humble abode that spoils us silly? Yes. Yes, we do :)
One often overlooked area in your home is the closets but trust us when we say this — having our own in-house professional organizing team — we know that clients LOVE storage space.
And lets be real, it’s no secret, pretty much everyone wants more storage but those who invest in it for themselves always reap the reward when they sell!
Sustainable Luxury
Integrating eco-friendly building materials to incorporating sustainable systems like solar panels + energy-saving appliances can do wonders for your home’s market value.
What we’ve often heard from our near + dear family of realtors is that these choices show a homes current owner isn’t just about luxury — they’re about being intelligent + living responsible. That alone saves you in the long run.
Tech Integration
Today’s luxury homes need to be smart. Period.
Integrating cutting-edge technology whether through smart appliances, climate control systems like automated window coverings + hvac, or audio/visual systems not only elevate the convenience and security of your home while you still live there but in the long run, they make your home more appealing.
How Much Do These Changes Make To You Home Value
Luxury renovations with an interior designer are more than simply a path to a prettier home; they’re about creating a home that stands out in the luxury real estate market. Designed with intentionality your home will not only capture your heart while you call it home but also command top-dollar when you sell.
Here’s several questions + answers we often get asked…
Q: How much can luxury renovations increase my home's value?
A: High-quality renovations can boost your home’s value significantly—think anywhere from tens to hundreds of thousands of dollars, depending on what you do, the city + neighborhood you live in + in what market you choose to sell.
Q: How long does a high-end renovation project take?
A: It varies, but expect anything from a few months to over a year, depending on how extensive your plans are. We always help clients + contractors nail down a timeline that makes sense for the project we’re all taking on.
There you have it. That’s it! Several ways to Raise Your Homes Value.
Phew! I know that’s a lot but creating a home you never want to leave takes time + practice because home should be the reminder to slow down, to spend time with those you love + to do the thing you enjoy most.
So my friend, if your mind feels like it’s swirling as you process all of these design elements (which we totally get) don’t be shy… drop us a line if you’re in need of help, let’s chat.
Or leave a comment below + let me know which of the 7 elements of interior design did you find the most intriguing?