It’s how you put it together

if you’re using cheaper materials, your renovation can look a million dollars.

Design principles

When renovating, the finished whole is just as important as each component of the design, so it’s essential to carefully consider every product or material you use.

For example, look at the type of tiles you want to use, the shape of the tiles, the type of floorboards, what direction the floorboards will run, the finish of your cabinetry, the colour and style of your entry, the style and materials for tapware, and even the type of letterbox numbers you intend using.

Think about the colours you want to use, the shapes of the products, the finishes, how they’re set out, the layout of each room individually, the layout of the entire house, and how each of these factors will work together.

Every little thing is another layer that will affect the overall result. Get one or two of those layers wrong, and your renovation can be ruined.

Budget according to the value of your property

How items are pulled together is what will determine whether your renovation ends up looking great or mediocre.

Don’t spend a fortune on items that won’t suit your property. A beautiful, ornate bathroom will not suit a small cottage or one-bedroom unit.

Budget and buy according to your property’s value, use the right materials for the job in the right combination, and pull everything together in the right way. – domain.com.au