DIY Renovations

Home Design May 27th, 2008

So, you’ve decided to renovate and you have decided to do as much as you possibly can yourself.

As an architect who has done it myself a few times (both for myself and helping-out friends) here are some pointers:

  1. Put your money first where the water is; the kitchen and bathroom.

  2. Start with a small task. Build up your experience.

  3. Keep your renovations in character with the architectural style of the house.

  4. Period and older style homes are hard to cost control.

  5. Simplicity reduces cost. Every additional corner adds cost.

If you are interested in learning more check out these 3 articles:

2 Responses to “DIY Renovations”

  1. Rodney Says:
    September 16th, 2008 at 10:12 PM

    I agree it is important to start with small tasks and then expand to renovating those larger things.

    Also remember, that if you are planning to sell your property then you need to choose a style and taste which appeals to the broad masses and not just yourself.

    I have written an article about this at our free DIY real estate sales website http://www.privatepoint.com.au/?p=84.

  2. angela Says:
    April 9th, 2009 at 1:45 PM

    Hi Rodney, thanks for your readership and I liked your article. We would welcome a link exchange to enhance traffic to both our sites.

    Please call me on 0421 708 751

    Regards

    Angela.


 
 
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