FRIENDLY HOME IMPROVEMENT TIPS

When considering home improvement projects think about what brings you joy. Investing time and money into your home may increase your property value, and better serve you.

How do you plan home improvements? We have gathered a few tips.

Get personalized

Home improvement does not always have to involve knocking down walls or tearing up flooring. Consider starting small with painting projects, reupholstering, or simple decor changes.

Adding personality to a space can be tricky, so do not overthink it. Go with what you like and incorporate elements from across your life, such as your work, hobbies, family history, or anything at all.

Be your own guest

You may be thinking, “Excuse me? What do you mean be my own guest, I live here! “ Experiencing your home as a guest can help you identify worthwhile areas of improvement. Sleep in your guest beds, take a shower and try out the bathroom towels in the ensuite. If you do not have time for this, invite  a friend or family member over for a guest experience or ask your Estate Manager to do a walk-through with the lens of a guest. Let’s  make sure everything works and  you have all the right tools in the kitchen, your bathroom towels are cozy, all the light switches work and there is a sense of ease in the home. This can help you find potential fixes you might not otherwise see as a homeowner.

When considering fix-it projects for your home, keep these focused principles in mind:

• Are practical items conveniently placed? For example, are towel racks within easy reach of the shower? Is the showerhead high enough? Do you have an area near the front door to leave things like keys, handbags, or jackets?
• Are basic resources accessible, such as power outlets for charging mobile devices? Are light switches easily found?
• Are standard features like doors and windows functional and easy to use?

Leverage for home improvement

Have you been dreaming about building a backyard pool house, but can’t quite justify the effort yet? Or maybe you know you need to upgrade your plumbing but do not have the time to oversee these projects. This is where we come in! Hoku Maui Home & Estate Management oversees outside vendors, contractors, construction projects, and maintenance of grounds.

Aside from practical considerations of cost and time, any projects you take on should improve the way you feel about your own home. If it is making you feel peace and joy, it is worth it. When you do embark on a home improvement project, do not forget to take pictures before, during and after!