4 Home Remodelling Ideas

‍1. Transform Your Living Space with Open-Plan Designs

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Originally gaining traction in the 1970s, one of the best and most enduring modern home layouts is a refined open-concept space: spacious, airy, and the perfect setting for gathering with friends. Transform your property into a versatile space with this simple design choice that will instantly modernise the home.

1. Optimise natural light by taking down walls, creating an airy feel that will brighten the whole space. It’s often not as expensive as it sounds – just check with your builder whether the wall is load-bearing, as this will affect the cost. 
2. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living by thinking strategically during your renovation about the placement of windows and doors. Catching a glimpse of greenery, whether you have a panoramic view or a courtyard garden, not only helps to make your interiors feel bigger, but there are many benefits to spending time in and feeling connected to nature too.
3. Multifunctional spaces are key to ensuring that your home remodel works for your family. Of course, the most popular open-plan design within homes today continues to be the kitchen, dining and living area. Allowing your loved ones to be in the same space together, entertaining at home is elevated to an art form with this layout. 

2. Maximise Functionality with Smart Storage

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Often underrated when it comes to renovations, one of the easiest ways to create a feeling of serenity in your home, even in a charming city apartment, is by prioritising organisation and maximising every inch. From concealed storage and multipurpose furniture to carving out a dedicated space (trust us), these innovative ideas will help you keep your living spaces clutter-free. 

1. Tap into the hidden storage in your home that is sometimes overlooked – under-stair cupboards, built-in shelving and cleverly concealed cabinets in your bathroom or kitchen will keep your home clutter and stress-free. Karolina Wierzbicka, Senior Designer here at August Collections explores this further for Livingetc in a piece about apartment storage mistakes.
2. Multipurpose furniture shouldn’t be underestimated as a great cost-effective way to add storage to any size property. Invest in pieces like ottomans, divan beds with drawers, and a wall-shelving unit with an integrated desk to save space everywhere. 
3. Making the decision to carve out some space for a dedicated pantry or laundry room can be one of the smartest choices in any home renovation. Although it may feel like you’re losing floorspace, being able to contain the mess and clutter of everyday life is invaluable.

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3. Incorporate Sustainable Materials in Home Renovations

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Although upgrading your home with energy-efficient windows and a heat-source pump, for example, will have an impact on how environmentally friendly the property is, there are many other ways to consider your environmental footprint. Utilising recycled or reclaimed materials in furniture and fittings will not only enhance the authenticity of your charming home and reduce costs, but also help with sustainability.

1. Choosing sustainable materials for your flooring, such as reclaimed wood, is an on-trend and environmentally conscious decision. However, if you’re lucky enough to live in a home with original stonework and tiling, the most sustainable option is to take advantage of these outstanding details and preserve them. 
2. Embrace antiques and second-hand furniture as a smart and unique way to furnish your home without creating extra waste. Beautiful wardrobes, dining tables and desks crafted from pine, oak and timber can be easily sourced online or at antiques fairs for a fraction of the price of new, mass-produced furniture.
3. Recycled and reclaimed materials incorporate everything from eco-friendly terrazzo countertops and reclaimed wood beams to furniture and accessories in sustainable materials like bamboo, rattan and wicker. 

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4. Create a Luxurious Retreat with Modern Bathroom Upgrades

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Previously viewed as a peaceful sanctuary, today, bathrooms are treated as entirely functional spaces. However, a beautiful home deserves a beautiful bathroom, and it can pay dividends – not only for your own personal use but as a way to add value to your property. Create a luxurious retreat with spa-like features, high-quality finishes and even soft furnishings to transform your bathroom into a serene and sophisticated oasis, much like we can see in the above Mallorca property.

1. Channel your favourite hotel when planning your bathroom renovation. Features like walk-in rain showers, freestanding bathtubs and heated floors are guaranteed to create a feeling of luxury and elevate the everyday. 
2. High-quality finishes shouldn’t be underestimated; premium materials like marble and quartz will immediately create impact. Zellige tiles, hand-shaped with unrefined clay and individually glazed, are having a real moment and are an excellent way to bring a tactile finish to a typically sterile space. 
3. Soft furnishings in a bathroom might not seem obvious, but don’t underestimate their ability to add cosiness to your bathroom. A small slipper chair placed by the bath or a roman blind in a patterned fabric will encourage you to slow down and enjoy your bathroom ritual each morning and evening.

As you embark on your home renovation journey, keep these innovative ideas in mind to create the living space of your dreams. Whether you transform your home with an open-plan design that provides seamless indoor-outdoor living or maximise functionality with smart storage solutions that alleviate daily stress, implementing these expert tips will not only enhance your home's aesthetic appeal but also its functionality and value. What could be better than a remodelling that results in beautiful and practical spaces?

Take a look at our August Collections to discover beautifully renovated homes, expertly finished by our interior designers, and schedule a call with a member of our Advisory team today to secure your own dream Collection.