how to live in your home while renovating: a survival guide
Renovating your home is an exciting but often overwhelming process. Whether you're upgrading a single room or undergoing a complete remodel, one major challenge is figuring out how to live in your home during the process. Nazeli Design is here to help you navigate this difficult process as construction chaos is unfolding around you. It might seem impossible but there are definitely ways to go around it.
Many people want to maintain their regular lives, you still need to eat, sleep, and go about your daily routine while construction chaos is unfolding around you. While it can seem impossible, it is entirely doable with the right preparation and mindset. Here are some strategies to help you survive living in a house while it’s being renovated.
Living in the house during renovation is not for the weak. It takes sacrifice and compromise but it can be done. The most important first step is to set realistic expectations. There will be days where you regret your decision as there will be lots of noise and dust. Since you will be living in the home you are renovating it is best to take it one section at a time so you have to convert the untouched area’s into a livable space. It’s crucial that you leave at least one spare bedroom and bathroom for this time. It will also be helpful to create a makeshift kitchen to include a mini fridge and microwave.
Another step is to make sure you have taken the necessary steps in keeping the mess contained with the right equipment in protecting your pieces by using plastic coverings or tarps to block off the renovation area. Adding a humidifier to certain areas can also be helpful to help clean out the space. You must also be strategic in the way that you pack things up. Making sure your daily items are easily accessible is going to be very helpful and ensure you will not lose your mind. Consider using storage bins and labeling them accordingly.
Overall you must remain flexible during this time. It’s not easy but once you see all the work coming together you know it has paid off. The key here is to just plan ahead and set realistic expectations. Most importantly, don't forget a pair of noise cancelling headphones and if you don’t regret this decision a few times throughout the process then you aren't doing enough renovating and should give Nazeli Design a call to help guide you on creating your dream space.