Not sure which room to renovate first? Here's how to decide

I think we can all agree that the prospect of a whole-house renovation can feel a tad overwhelming. And, when there’s so much to do, it can be difficult knowing where to start.

Perhaps you’ve moved into a new home (congrats!). Or maybe your décor’s just starting to feel a little tired.

One thing’s for sure: if you walk into every room of your home and instantly spot the things you want to change, you won’t feel relaxed. So it’s time to make some decisions and start on those renovations!

But first, why do you want to renovate?

Establishing why you want to renovate can help you get your priorities in order. Here are some of the main reasons people embark on a home redecoration or renovation project.

To personalize

There’s nothing like a home that feels truly your own. When you’ve picked out the colors, the fabrics, the furnishings and the layout, you know a room will fit perfectly with your lifestyle.

To fix problems

We sometimes renovate to fix problems. Houses deteriorate over time and we often find ourselves needing to make repairs.

To increase value

The more work we put into a house, the more it will increase in value. Particularly if you focus on rooms that provide a good return on investment — like kitchens and bathrooms.

To update the style

As people, we change and grow. So our homes should change with us too. If you last redecorated many years ago, it’s probably time for a refresh.  

Whatever your reason, renovating your rooms will provide you with a more comfortable, liveable and valuable home.

But where should you start?

5 tips for choosing which room to renovate first

Start with a list and a budget

Jot down all your ideas as a way of formulating your thoughts. Then, start to pull these out into wish lists for each of your rooms. 

Once you’ve got it all down in black and white, putting your renovation jobs into an order of importance will become easier. You’ll be able to see which rooms require the most work (and money!).

Now, use this information as a way to prioritize.

Which renovations fit with your current budget? How much inconvenience — for instance, not having a working kitchen or bathroom — can you tolerate right now?

Your renovations have to fit with your finances and your day to day life, as well as your design dreams!

Ask yourself where you spend the most time

If you’re planning on doing lots of redecoration around the house, it’s important to have a haven you can retreat to — somewhere away from dust and paintbrushes and piled up furniture.

Consider where you spend the most time — perhaps it’s your living room, a bedroom or the kitchen. This is the room that has the biggest impact on your life and your mood.

So perhaps it makes sense to make this room the focus of your initial redesign efforts.

Even if the rest of the house exists in a chaos of renovation, you’ll have at least one space that is properly finished and feels like home.

Think of what you love to do at home

Perhaps you’ve always imagined hosting big gatherings of family and friends at your home. Maybe you’re passionate about cooking. Or love nothing more than curling up with a good book in front of the fire.

Doing the things you love makes you happy! So focus on creating a room that allows you to enjoy your favorite home-based activities to the fullest.

An upgraded dining room can provide a welcoming space for guests. A revamped kitchen will up your culinary creativity. And a cozy living room can provide a quiet and comfortable place to read.  

Create functional space for your passions and you’ll enjoy your home so much more!

Tackle a problematic room

When we’re deciding which room to renovate first, creating your ultimate happy place is one approach.

But perhaps there’s a room in the house you really hate spending time in.

Maybe this room is lacking in function. Or trying to fulfill too many functions all at once. Perhaps the color scheme and layout send a shiver up your spine every time you walk through the door!

Making this room the start of the renovation process will instantly up the positivity in your home.

You’ll no longer have a space you actively avoid — which will make the house feel bigger! And you’ll have an extra room to comfortably spend time in as you renovate other spaces within your home.

Seek professional advice

If you’re still none the wiser about how to embark upon your renovation plans, it’s time to call in the experts!

Get in touch with the team at Titanium Space to arrange a complimentary interior design consultation. We specialize in creating spaces that look beautiful and make you feel good, too. With a focus on function, we can help you to rediscover your home and really maximize your space.