How to Make a New Build Home Your Own

One of the major advantages of a new-build home is that, when you move in for the first time, everything is immaculate and untouched. The décor might have been chosen to appeal to a broad range of tastes, too – which means that you’re unlikely to find your surroundings difficult to live with.

On the other hand, these features might make the place feel a little bit sterile when you first move in. Thankfully, this is a problem that can usually be remedied with the help of a few simple changes.

Adding Personal Touches: Interior Design and Décor

Your new home should ideally reflect your tastes and personality. This way, you’ll be surrounded by things that inspire you, and make you feel like you belong in the space. 

This might start with your choice of colours. Choose shades that appeal to you, and that complement your choice of furniture. artwork or photos you want to hang, then make sure that the surrounding décor suits them. 

When you’re shopping for new elements for your interior, you might be tempted by modern trends. Be sure to support these trendier items with classic ones – that way, the home won’t feel dated in a few years’ time.

Landscaping and Garden Design: Bringing the Outdoors In

Green space is a pivotal component in any home. Ideally, the garden should serve as an extension of the interior living room. You might arrange seating alongside barbeques, firepits, and decorative elements.

Before you make changes, you should think about the layout of the existing plot, and how your proposed changes might make a big difference. The estate you’re buying from might also have guidelines in place – so check these out before you get started.

Upgrading Fixtures and Fittings

New-build homes tend to come with a range of standard fixtures and fittings. You can inject some much-needed personality into the space by swapping these out. Think about the taps in your kitchen and bathroom, as well as the light fixtures, switches and plug sockets. These simple changes can make the home feel completely different, even before major renovations are considered. In other words, they’re extremely effective, for the time and money you’re spending on them.

Creating Functional Spaces: Customising Layout and Storage

Getting your storage options right can massively increase the space available inside the home. Look for space-efficient built-in shelving and cupboards. You might also change the layout of your home by tearing down existing walls or throwing up new ones.

Before making these major changes, however, you might seek to live in the space for a while. That way, you’ll develop an idea of the way you use the house, and what changes might make things better for you.

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