Eastlife Spring 2020

PROPERTY
4. Interior design
3. Main room makeovers
Your bathroom and kitchen are two of the most used rooms in
the house, and it’s important that they not only look good, but
that they’re also functional and hygienic. They’re also rooms
where people tend to start when it comes to renovating, so why
not give them a little freshen up?
Tom Floyd, property buying expert at We Buy Any House said:
“The kitchen is one of the first pictures people will look at when
searching for new homes on Rightmove and Zoopla. Always
a key selling point for a home, making sure that all cupboards
handles and doors have that newly bought look is key. Paint and
varnish can go a long way here, as well as replacing any broken
or old handles.”
Your home needs to look good to those who are viewing it. So
how do you do that? “A good interior design is an excellent tool
if you’re after a short-term fix,” says Julian Prieto, founder and
head designer at MyEdge2.com. “For example, if you’re planning
to sell the property but you don’t have the budget or rights to
renovate/extend your property. The key is to always keep design
simple and uncomplicated with focal points in each room. To
achieve this, you need to have a very clear idea of how the space
is going to be used.
“Clean, uncluttered spaces are a must. Whilst it is impossible
to live an uncluttered life one must make sure the furnishings
chosen are fit for purpose in dimensions and style.”
5. Garden spruce up
It doesn’t cost a lot to give your garden a bit of TLC, but it can
add a little more value to your home, and it’s an essential part of
kerb appeal.
Tom Floyd, weighs in again here: “Allowing a potential buyer
to picture themselves and their family in a garden is key.
Maintaining a tidy garden, in which all available space is clearly
presented, can make the overall size of a property appear bigger
and more appealing to buyers. The basics like a freshly mowed
lawn, trimmed hedges and a fixed fence will create this look. First
impressions are key, and your potential buyer will often see both
online and when viewing the property your front garden first.”
When it comes to doing up your home, it can be difficult not to
overspend. Especially when spending that money comes with
the hope of getting it back once the property is sold. However,
there’s no guarantee that you’re going to get it all back, so it’s
important to spend wisely whatever you decide to do to spruce
things up.
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