Renovation Genius!
As most real estate agents in Johannesburg know, kitchens and bathrooms sell houses. For many home owners however the thought of upgrading a kitchen sounds like a lot of work and money. That's exactly what buyers are thinking too, only they have the luxury of buying someone else's house instead of yours. While new kitchens do cost a lot of money, improving existing ones doesn't always have to. Featured here is a budget friendly DIY Kitchen makeover from the blog Dans le Lakehouse. By keeping the layout of the kitchen the same and merely painting, replacing counter tops, removing upper units and installing shelving, this kitchen has gone from a major price negotiating point to a major feature on a limited budget. Not only does the space have a fresh aesthetic but it also possesses a certain je ne sais quoi that now makes it lovable and memorable. This is just what a property needs to stand out in the Saturday Star or on online property sites like Private Property or Property24. To ensure your kitchen is show day ready remember the 3 c's of home staging a kitchen- clean , counter space, capacity for storage.