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What Home Remodeling Projects Have the Best Return on Investment?

When you start a home remodel, you want the final product to serve you well. Whether your intentions are to enjoy your dream bath remodel or you’re preparing to sell your home, you want your home renovation project to be a worthwhile investment. If you’re looking to invest in your property, you may wonder where is the best place to spend your time and money? To get the best ROI, consider any of these projects.

Bathroom Remodel

A minor bathroom remodel has an average 102% ROI, meaning you should get all your money back and a little more when it comes time to sell the house. Little improvements as simple as replacing a showerhead, bathtub, or vanity goes a long way when it comes to renovation ROI. A major renovation that includes gutting the entire bathroom has about a 93% ROI so your money may be better spent on small fixes if you’re only worried about resale value. Spending extra on creating the bathroom of your dreams makes sense if you plan to stay in the house to enjoy it for a while but not so much if the goal is to sell.

Kitchen Remodel

Like the bathroom, smaller renovations in the kitchen tend to have a larger ROI than a major overhaul. It’s suggested to invest 5-15% of the value of your home into the kitchen when renovating for the best bang for your buck. New lighting and a fresh backsplash is sometimes enough to completely transform the space; older kitchens may need more serious renovations with new flooring, cabinets, and countertops. Depending on the money put into the kitchen, the ROI can be anywhere between 75-100% so you have a great chance of making all of your investment back.

Finished Basement

Many homebuyers appreciate a house that doesn’t need to undergo any serious projects after they move in. Having a finished basement is a huge box to check off for these buyers. The possibilities for a basement are nearly endless; you could make it a home theater, a game room, a large office, or maybe an accessory dwelling unit complete with kitchen and laundry. The renovation itself will probably see around 75% ROI but building an additional living space that can be rented out creates an additional source of income; the new accessory dwelling unit can pay for itself!

More of the Best Home Improvements for Resale

While the previous sections covered “the big three” of the best investments, you have other options for increasing the value of your home.

For example, curb appeal goes a long way. It would be worthwhile to invest in some landscaping to make the outside of your home beautiful. The best outdoor investments result in a yard that looks clean and pleasing to the eye yet not too difficult to maintain. Surprisingly, despite how coveted pools are to many buyers, they rarely add much to the value of a home compared to the cost of buying and installing one.

Attic space can also be transformed into an additional bedroom or office for similar results as a finished basement. Smaller improvements, such as replacing the front door and windows, refinishing hardwood flooring, changing doorknobs and other hardware to something more modern, and adding a fresh coat of paint to your walls can do wonders.

Regardless of what you have in mind, tackling home improvement projects on your own can be a big task. At Quality Homes, our experts are happy to help with all of your remodeling needs. Just contact us about your project for your free estimate and we’ll make sure to guide you through making the best investment possible into your home.

Your bathroom can be more than a space for personal care—it can be a refreshing mini-retreat.

Spa-Like Touches

Introduce design elements like river rock tiles in the shower, a teak bathmat, or a freestanding tub with a window view. Add an outdoors element by choosing a rainwater showerhead and allowing the water to feel like soft rainfall.

Natural Ventilation

Add an operable window or solar-powered skylight to naturally promote airflow and reduce humidity. A ventilation system or fan is essential for reducing moisture. Clean your vent of dust or buildup to ensure moisture is not trapped in your bathroom, which can lead to mildew or mold buildup.

Soothing Scents

Essential oil diffusers or lavender bundles in the shower smell incredible, mirroring nature’s sensory experiences. Try tying eucalyptus in your shower, releasing a minty, relaxing scent once the steam and humidity rise.

Styling with Biophilic Design in Mind

You don’t need a significant renovation to bring the benefits of biophilic interior design into your home. Wise styling choices can go a long way.

Incorporate Natural Forms

Curved lines, imperfect shapes, or patterns inspired by leaves, waves, or tree bark all show nature’s organic beauty. Look for these shapes in furniture, rugs, and light fixtures.

For example, a naturalistic style can be achieved by pairing an L-shaped couch or sectional in natural colors with a dark wooden coffee table and an earth-toned rug beneath.

Declutter and Let Spaces Breathe

Nature has rhythm and flow, and your space should, too. Avoid crowding surfaces and leave space around or between key features to create a sense of calm and openness.

Drawers or closets that blend in with the features of your room can be great places to put away essential items while keeping them close at hand.

Naturalistic Home Additions for Outdoor Access

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A sunroom could be the perfect solution if you have a growing family or have always wanted a special place to retreat. This type of addition fits right in with naturalistic design principles, allowing access to sunlight, the breeze, and the outdoors while inside.

A sunroom or screened-in porch is the perfect combination of indoor coziness and the natural world’s beauty. Additionally, it can be a great place to host friends and family as the evening goes on without the annoyance of bugs.

At Quality Homes, our expert team has the knowledge and experience to handle all home additions and configurations. Whether you need an office, another bedroom, garage, screened-in porch, sunroom, or something different entirely, we can help!

Learn more about home additions in Rochester, NY.

Biophilic Decor

Consider elements like a tabletop fountain, driftwood sculptures, or art that features landscapes and natural scenes. Mirrors can reflect light and views, enhancing the presence of the outdoors. If you like fish, a fish tank or an outdoor koi pond (if it is warm enough for them year-round) would be a great addition to this style.

The Quality Homes Difference

Biophilic and naturalistic design invites nature’s essence into our daily lives. You can create a home that feels alive and supports your well-being. It can inspire everyone who enters with sunlight, wood, plants, and innovative design.

Start your home improvement journey with something easy. You could add a hanging plant or choose natural wood furniture in the kitchen. Then, build out from there, guided by nature’s wisdom and your vision.

Are you ready for a complete, naturally inspired redesign or addition? Contact us at Quality Homes and schedule a consultation with our designers today!

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