4 Key Questions to Ask Before Renovation

Style + Space Interior Design, the best interior design company in Singapore, shares important questions homeowners need to ask themselves before proceeding with a major renovation project. 

Renovating a home can be time-consuming and costly, so homeowners need to be 100% certain of their decision. They need to cover all aspects and consider all factors before committing to it. 

Firstly, they need to ask themselves: What rooms do I need to renovate?

œComplete home renovation is not only impractical but also expensive and time-consuming. That's why homeowners need to specify which rooms need renovation the most. To answer this question, they need to consider their budget, available timeline, and priority. As such, this is the foundation of the project, stated Mr. Thomas Huang, Design Director at Style + Space Interior Design.

Once they specify the room that needs renovation, they need to ask themselves the second question. What will be the purpose of the room after renovation?

The purpose of the renovation may be more than attaining a certain aesthetic. Instead, it could be to enhance the functionality of the space. Whether converting a spare room into a home office or creating multi-purpose spaces, identifying the reason behind the renovation is critical to developing an effective design plan.

But of course, establishing the purpose is not the sole factor in developing the plan. Homeowners also need to think about the transformation cost. Hence, the next question they need to ask themselves is: How much can I realistically spend?

Budget is one of the most crucial factors in a renovation. The amount of money you're willing to shell out will influence the scope of work and the overall result. As such, homeowners must consider money.

œGenerally, the budget needs to account for the cost of hiring interior designer services, the materials, and the complexity of the tasks. Aside from that, they also need to account for external fees like permits and taxes that may be outside of the firm's scope of work. Besides these, it's also a good idea to allocate a contingency reserve in the budget to cover unexpected expenses should change in the plan arise, explained Mr. Huang.

After all these, the final question they need to ask themselves is: Which design firm should I engage with?

When finding a firm that's ideal for their renovation requirements, they need to look into the company's reputation, experience, and expertise. Doing so will ensure that they get the services they need to achieve their desired outcome.

Style + Space Interior Design is the leading interior design firm that offers a BTO renovation package and a condo renovation package to give homeowners the services they need to upgrade and enhance their flats.

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