Interior Design Tips That Can Help You Attract More Home Buyers

Making custom changes to your property can be one of the most impactful ways to add more long-term value to your home. It doesn’t matter whether you’re planning on living in your home for several years or placing it on the market in a few months—the type of renovations you choose can make a real difference in how a new prospective buyer values the property.

However, if selling your property sooner rather than later is your ultimate goal, you’ll want to ensure that your interior design choices are most likely to yield the results you’re looking for. While you might have some specific options in mind, it’s most important to consider what others have as their top interior design priorities.

Below are a wide range of design tips you can apply that are proven to help you attract more potential home buyers.

Use More Energy-Saving Features

When someone is in the market for a new home, most of the time, they’re not just considering their short-term home expenses. They also want to have a good idea of the type of long-term expenses they can expect.

A home’s utility costs can be a significant recurring expense that influences a home-buying decision. This is why investing in energy-efficient appliances or lighting solutions can be a great investment. For example, simply switching to LED light bulbs can reduce a home’s energy consumption by as much as 75%.

Another energy-saving feature that can help attract more buyers is having a smart thermostat installed. This ensures that you’re only using your HVAC system when necessary, saving on costs and reducing your carbon footprint.

Update Your Kitchen

Out of every room in your home, your kitchen is more than likely one that home buyers will use most often. Because of this, it’s always a good investment to look for ways you can improve the form and function of your kitchen space.

An impactful way to achieve this is by refreshing your kitchen cabinetry, updating countertops or backsplashes, and upgrading appliances. But even if you don’t want to complete a large home renovation project, simply making subtle changes like adding a fresh coat of paint to the area or updating older drawer and cabinet hardware can make a good impact.

Change Out Flooring

While it might not always be the first thing on your list for potential design changes, it’s important not to underestimate the value of new flooring. Upgrading your flooring can completely change the look and feel of a room and help to modernize a home. 

Take a look at any outdated flooring your rooms may have or spaces that seem outdated. While carpeting may not be the choice most people go for, you can still use it so long as you’re looking for higher-quality materials that are easier to clean and repel allergens.

Most homeowners prefer more modern options like hardwood, tile or laminate flooring. This can be a great option to go for since they’re easier to clean and can help improve the look and feel of different rooms.

Upgrade Outdated Ceilings

If you live in an older home, there is a good chance you may have popcorn ceilings. This was a common feature in many homes built between the 1950s and the 1980s. Unfortunately, as with most trends, this one is no longer in style.

The challenge with popcorn ceilings is that, from a new home buyer’s perspective, they immediately date the home and can lead to concerns over the integrity of other parts of the property. This is why updating popcorn ceilings to more modern options can be a better way to go.

Many times, this should be considered first before you put too much time and resources into other home renovation projects. This way, you’ll ensure that any efforts you’re making to improve other rooms in your home aren’t minimized by an outdated feature that’s easy to fix.

Add More Storage Solutions

Your home can never have enough storage space. It’s become harder and harder to find properties with adequate storage, so any improvements you can make in this area are likely to get a good response from potential home buyers.

The good thing is that there are many different ways you can add functional storage to a space without having to make major renovations. For example, simply adding shelves to a utility closet or investing in furniture with built-in storage options can help.

Another great place to maximize space is underneath a bed. You could install custom drawers underneath the bed frame to make it easier to store additional linens, pillows, or simply provide another place for individuals to store their belongings. 

Extract the Most Value Out of Your Interior Design Improvements

Redesigning different areas of your home can be a great way to add more value to your property, regardless of whether you’re looking to sell now or in the future.

By focusing your attention on the interior design elements discussed, you’ll be much more likely to attract more buyers for your property and ensure you’re able to get a favorable ROI for your investments.

Author Information

Author Name: Rebecca Denis

Author Bio:

Rebecca Denis, Head of Design at Revive Real Estate, is an accomplished and highly creative interior designer with over ten years of experience in the industry. With a passion for transforming spaces and a keen eye for detail, she has successfully completed numerous projects ranging from commercial spaces to custom show homes.

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