As the past year has turned out like no one could have predicted, we have all spent extra time in our homes. Perhaps unsurprisingly, property renovations, extensions, and upgrades have been growing in popularity, as homeowners look for extra space, or seek to add value to their house. Rated People reports on the most valued improvements buyers look for.
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Increased space
Space, both indoor and outdoor, is the most valuable property asset at the moment, Rated People reports. This is reflected in the number of extensions being carried out, whether it is adding a conservatory or orangery, or a whole new storey. Knocking down interior walls to create open plan living spaces is also a growing trend.
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Home offices
As over half the population worked from home during the past year, many people sought to create a productive domestic workspace. Even as the lockdown restrictions ease, it is predicted that a hybrid of home and office working is here to stay. According to Rated People, 38% of us want to improve our home offices this year.
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Garden improvements
Many people turned to their gardens for solace and fresh air during the past year, so it is no surprise that outside space is one of the most sought-after features by home buyers. Popular garden renovations include installing a shed or garden room, building a patio, creating a vegetable patch, and adding external lighting.
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Improving energy efficiency
As we are all becoming more aware of the harmful effects of climate change, homeowners are looking to increase their energy efficiency in 2021. This could be through installing uPVC glazing, loft insulation, or solar panels. Homeowners are also more concerned with the use of sustainable materials such as timber, and with recycling household waste.
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