With the winter holidays in the past and tax season at hand, now is the time to renovate an older home to create extra space. Older homes are well-known for having these inefficient types of storage:
– Extensive poorly-organized cabinets and closets
– Few cabinets and closets
– Limited interior space
Bathroom and Kitchen Challenges
Outside of living rooms and bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchens are usually the most visited areas of a house. Yet, many older house owners and their guests aren’t as comfortable as they could be in these areas.
In regards to storage, their discomfort often relates to:
– Feeling cramped in a small and/or oddly-shaped room
– Reduced movement caused by portable storage
– Poor portable storage options
– Hard-to-access corner cabinet areas
– Difficult-to-reach upper wall cabinet shelves
– Limited work space caused by cluttered countertops
Renovation Solutions
This geographic region has a rich design history. If you’re ready to start bath and , plenty of local design and remodeling specialists have the skills and knowledge needed to help you create a custom bath or kitchen that exceeds your storage needs. Professional renovation specialists stay up-to-date with the latest remodeling trends. They can assist you with learning more about the following and other fantastic storage solutions:
– Floor Changes: If you’re not trying to maintain your home’s historic value and you have extra adjoining room space, consider a complete remodel to expand the bathroom or kitchen.
– Permanent Island: Portable islands are fantastic, but they can’t offer all of the same benefits as permanent islands. With a permanent island, install a sink or stove to free up space along walls. Install extra bottom after removing your standalone stove. If you have a window sink, replace it with window seat storage.
– Corner Cabinets: Easy-access corner cabinets are entirely separate from nearby cabinets. Optimize the space with revolving or pull out shelves.
– Cabinet Tops: Many rooms have upper cabinets that extend to the ceiling. An easy fix is to install cabinets with tops. The space above the cabinets then becomes extra storage for decorative items, books or pieces that you only need to access once or twice a year for special occasions.
– Drawer Bins: Beauty aids on bathroom counters and found on kitchen counters don’t need to collect dust. Add removable stainless steel or plastic drawer bins and organizers.
These and many other renovations can make an older house feel organized, warm, comfortable and inviting.