Odd Home Transformations Are Gaining in Popularity

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It is still a buyer’s market in real estate prompting many homeowners to transform their existing properties rather than buying a new one. The great news is that you can take your standard home and turn it into something amazing.

Contractors and homeowners are working together to improve properties and make them more impressive. There are countless ways to make any home more appealing and enjoyable as people begin to transform their modest homes into alluring and spectacular abodes.

Hidden Televisions

People have often hidden their televisions in cabinets when not in use. However, this lacks style and imagination. Modern homeowners can choose to have their massive televisions disguised as mirrors or artwork when not in use. This way, you can have the incredible picture size without letting it dominate the room even when it’s turned off.

Water and Fire

Make your outdoor patio more enjoyable with a water feature and a fire pit. If you’re really clever, you’ll have the two combined into one amazing fixture. It’s an impressive addition to any outdoor living area and the neighbors will be green with envy.

Master Controls

Did the kids leave the lights on in the basement again? Are you hearing a television on in another room but there’s no one in there? With a master control system, you can have complete control over your home electronics and electrical system from your Smartphone or tablet. Control temperature, turn off lights and even turn up the heater for the pool from one central device.

Open Designs

Lofts have been popular for years and homes with cathedral ceilings often have banisters or entire rooms that overlook the main level. Open designs take this to the next level by eliminating the walls and solid banisters on upper levels.

More Space, More Storage

A common reason people move is because they need more space and storage. However, the space you are looking for may be closer than you think. Transform the space under the stairs into a beautiful office complete with a built-in desk, shelves, and lower drawers. Make large pull-out shelves for items you don’t use frequently. With a little creativity, you can make your existing home more functional by adding storage.

Outdoor Playground Equipment

Slides and swings aren’t just for playgrounds anymore. They are now moving indoors. Massive swinging beds can be added to the basement or even the living room for relaxing and taking a long nap. Swings can also be used in the children’s rooms for them to enjoy on a rainy day. Do you have a boring stairwell? Replace it with a circular one featuring steps on one side and a connecting slide. Before adding swings to the joists, check with an engineer to ensure that you swing will be secure.

Natural Elements

You don’t have to build a log cabin to enjoy natural elements. Use large branches from a birch tree as the posts for an awesome bed. Include natural elements like branches in your home decor and use natural elements as supports or other structural elements. You can change the look of your home and add a whimsical feel without having to move.

Contractors and homeowners are working together to improve properties and make them more impressive. There are countless ways to make any home more appealing and enjoyable. Whether you want sophisticated storage in the kitchen or a fun swing for the kids to enjoy on rainy days, you can transform your simple home into something amazing and impressive.

Cassidy Lewis is a freelance home improvement blogger and proud Texan. She is a contributing writer with her local Braun’s Roofing company, who have helped many Houston-area homes undergo transformative renovations.