While buying a home is the first step of homeownership, it often comes with upkeep and necessary improvements along the way. If you want to optimize your living experience, here are tips and improvements that every homeowner should make this year.

1.     Swap for Sustainable Energy

Many homes were not built with the future health of the planet in mind. If you want to bring your home into this century, you need to reevaluate your energy use. If your home is powered with a finite energy source, 2021 should be the year that you swap this for a home solar battery. Not only can this increase your home’s value, but the investment will be well worth it when you reduce your future utility bills.

2.     Increase Natural Light

If your home lacks natural light, this is the year to invest in a renovation project to let the light in. Natural light has the wonderful benefit of visually opening up spaces and allowing for more natural illumination and heating. While this can be a practical improvement, it also lends itself well to increasing your aesthetic appeal.

3.     Improve Your Curb Appeal

Many people neglect their curb appeal, opting for interior improvements; however, your curb appeal not only can impact the exterior aesthetics but it can also have a substantial impact on your home’s value. By taking time to repaint with eye-catching color, add foliage and greenery or just clean up your walkways and this can vastly improve the outside of your home.

4.     Grow a Garden

While the front of your home likely could use some attention, don’t be afraid to also address the back of your home. Adding a garden full of color and vibrancy can take your boring backyard to the next level. This can offer the utility of fresh produce while also adding some color and visual intrigue.

5.     Add Kitchen Space

Kitchens are one of the most commonly used rooms in the home. The utility and necessity of the kitchen often lead that they can often endure a lot of wear and tear and become cluttered quickly. This is the year to consider opening up your kitchen with an expansion or add additional preparation space with an island.

6.     Update Your Kitchen Counters

Another lucrative home improvement project in the kitchen is updating the kitchen countertops. Not only can this breathe new life into the room, but it can also refresh the room’s look completely. Whether you go for a full replacement with custom cabinets or repainting old cabinets, you can do a lot with your cabinets.

7.     Upgrade Your Bathroom

If your bathroom is looking outdated and out of style, consider investing some time and energy into your backyard. Whether you opt for a claw foot bathtub, replacing your tile work or a brand new vanity, there are plenty of ways to upgrade a boring bathroom.

8.     Transform and Style

If your trouble is less with the structure and more with the style, you can transform your design and décor. Consider enlisting the help of an interior designer to help you curate pieces or look for inspiration online so that you can create the perfect space. If you are looking to transform your outdated to modern or stylish with a renovation there are also plenty of ways for you to change the structure to meet this new style.

9.     Start From Scratch

If you are someone looking to completely start from scratch, you should consider a remodel. This can open up endless opportunities for you to recreate the space to turn it into a dream home and include anything your heart desires.

10.    Stick to a Budget

While some improvement projects can be lengthy and expensive, don’t be intimidated. You don’t need an exorbitant budget to achieve the look you want. You should always designate and stick to a budget whenever you are making improvements. There are possibilities for every budget and every design that you could imagine.

For those who are not satisfied with subpar living arrangements, this is your year to elevate your house. Consider which of these renovation projects and what steps will help you take your home into this next year.