Having seen plenty of changes over the past two years with many of us having now permanently moved to remote working as well as prioritising rural space and going on mental health walks, many people are also changing their homes to suit their new lifestyles too. While this has been great for saving on trips to the petrol station and avoiding that stress-inducing 8am traffic, ensuring everyone has their own space whether it’s for working, relaxing or simply kicking back and watching Netflix, our home has never been more important.
Garage Conversions
If you’ve found yourself struggling a bit for room and the kitchen top isn’t quite cutting it for zoom calls and Teams meetings then you might want to consider a garage conversion. Garage conversions have seen a huge spike in popularity in 2022 with many converting their unused space into a playroom for the kids or a home office for the work-from-homers or hard-working students at home. Just having that bit more room can make a big difference and make everyone’s life run a bit more smoothly while we all adjust to the new normal.
Landscaping and Gardens
With the last couple of years putting into perspective our need for the outdoors and a space to share with family and friends, creating a spacious garden with a clean and organised feel as well as being colourful and welcoming, is a big priority for homeowners. By splashing out on some garden furniture or simply dusting off the cobwebs and cleaning up your space, you can transform your garden and outdoor area into something perfect to spend the summer in. Even if you only have a small balcony with a flat in London or you’re lucky enough to live in the countryside with shared ownership homes in Hampshire, with a few simple tweaks you can transform your outdoor living.
Loft Conversions
This is another project that has seen a huge increase across the country for 2022. Whether it’s a spare room for guests, home gym or a work from home area flooded with natural light and perfect for the zoom background that puts you out of the way from the noise zone of the house, loft conversions can make a huge difference to the size your house feels. While at the minute it might just be a dwelling for Christmas decorations and the kids’ old toys, putting it to good use could go a long way and can be relatively inexpensive especially if it’s a case of moving somewhere bigger or adjusting the home you live in now.
Open Plan
A big trend for the summer is an open plan feel to your home. With many homes knocking down walls and opening up the space, an open plan layout can be just what your home needs to re-inject some vitality. Allowing far more light to reach every corner of your interior can wake up your home and have you falling in love with spaces that have been neglected over the years. Open plan is a great way to go for summer if you feel up for a bit of DIY.
