How to Remodel to Optimize Your Everything-at-Home Lifestyle

In recent months, working from home has become the new normal. Whether you are working from home on a full-time or part-time basis, having a comfortable space is now more important than ever. Today, buyers are more interested in features and space design that optimize the everything-at-home lifestyle. Fortunately, there are a few simple upgrades you can make to significantly increase your productivity, enhance your work-from-home experience and get a return on your investment if or when you decide to sell.

3 Simple Ways to Cultivate a Work-From-Home Atmosphere

While working from home offers many benefits, it also comes with its own set of challenges, especially if you don’t currently have a dedicated home office space. If you’re thinking of selling in the future, it’s a good time to remodel your home and consider making it more work-from-home friendly. Keep the following tips in mind to help you attract the right buyers and the right price for your home:

• Create a Dedicated Working Space: As working from home becomes more common, and in some cases, permanent, a dedicated home office or work space is essential. While you may be able to get by working from the kitchen counter or table, if you live with others or have children, this method may be unsustainable in the long-term. An office should give you privacy and reduce the noise from the rest of your home. If creating an office is not an option, you may want to design a quiet corner in a bedroom or non-busy room with a lot of natural light.
• Update Your Kitchen for Mid-Day Work Breaks: Just like a shared kitchen in an office, your kitchen should be a place where you can unplug for the moment, relax and enjoy your lunch. The kitchen is one of the most important rooms in the home and is a major selling point for potential buyers. Consider upgrading old appliances with energy-efficient ones, change out the backsplash or apply a fresh coat of paint to the walls.
• Design a Relaxing Living Room: Everyone needs to recharge after work and a living room is the perfect place to do that. As an extremely versatile room, your living room can be adapted to your specific hobbies and taste. Consider installing custom built-in bookshelves that can showcase personal items and lay down a soft area rug to encourage a feeling of calm and cozy.

Contact Us for Quality Home Buying and Selling Services

If you are ready to buy or sell your home in the Orleans or Ottawa area, real estate expert, Marc-Andre Perrier, is here to help. As an experienced real estate agent, I can help buyers uncover a variety of things to consider, to ensure we find you the perfect home that best suits your needs. I can also help sellers learn more about certain market factors that may influence the sale of your property, so you can make critical decisions that work to your advantage.

Making home renovations that work for you and prospective buyers is the name of the game. Contact us to learn more about how we help you buy or sell your home and get the best deal possible.