Functional upgrades support daily life and enhance usability. As you plan your remodel with Seven Valley Home Renovations, choose upgrades that improve routines and the functionality of rooms. From kitchens and bathrooms to outdoor living spaces, changes help make remodels more practical. Here are some functional upgrades to add to your home renovations:
Smart Storage and Organization
A lack of storage in a small space limits efficiency. A functional upgrade in home renovations includes storage, such as cabinets or shelves. This can consist of pull-out drawer organizers, deep drawers, or a pantry wall with adjustable shelving. Review recessed options for vertical storage towers or built-in niches in shower walls to hold bottles and soaps without the need for extra shelves.
Built-in bench seating with hidden storage offers a place for outdoor clutter, such as tools or watering cans. In hallways or mudrooms, shallow built-in shelving or hooks make it easy to access items. At Seven Valley Home Renovations, our team incorporates these features into different projects.
Enhanced Lighting and Energy
Proper lighting requires efficient placement, type, and control. A functional upgrade involves ambient ceiling lighting or task lighting for specific areas, like offices. Other upgrades include under-cabinet or above-vanity lighting. Accent lighting supports focus on architectural details, such as fireplaces, ceiling beams, or moldings. Dimmers or adjustable fixtures illuminate different activities, such as cooking, without needing multiple lights that operate at full strength. Installing LED recessed lights, low-flow fixtures in bathrooms, or smart ventilation fans assists in reducing strain on the home’s systems. Kitchen and bath remodel services may integrate energy-saving fixtures. This includes efficient exhaust fans, well-designed windows, and other upgrades to lower heat or cold loss.
Functional Kitchen and Bathroom
Kitchen upgrades may include lifts, so small appliances don’t occupy counter space. Adjusting counter heights or incorporating pull-out trash bins helps improve workflow. Bathrooms could offer curbless showers, bench seating, adjustable shower heads, or lever handles.
Another upgrade involves reconfiguring the layout to improve movement and access. Small bathroom layouts may require rearranging fixtures to enhance the space, such as relocating the toilet. Functional kitchen designs help create meal prep zones, such as those between the sinks, cooktop, and refrigerator. A renovation team’s remodels include various layout options, making sure that the function matches the lifestyle.
During the remodeling process, project design and specifications include preconstruction. Some things to expect during extensive bathroom or kitchen remodels include demolition and foundation work. Professional contractors will also relocate or replace old plumbing if needed, and install new insulation and drywall.
Outdoors and Deck Renovation
Outdoor areas feature various opportunities for upgrades, such as walkway lighting, wide steps, deeper decking, or integrated seating. Adding a pergola or overhead shelter makes outdoor areas usable in rain or midday sun. Choose safe railing and flooring materials that reduce the risk of slips or falls. Walkways between indoor and outdoor spaces should have flush thresholds to avoid tripping hazards. Wind-resistant and durable materials, such as low-maintenance finishes, allow outdoor features to stay attractive with little work.
Get Functional Upgrades for Home Renovations
Functional upgrades improve storage, lighting, and layouts. At Seven Valley Home Renovations, our team supports and improves kitchen and bath remodels, decks, and more. We incorporate these services into custom and personalized project designs. Before starting a renovation project, review what daily activities are performed frequently in the home and what spaces are used often. Address those needs with functional upgrades to help streamline the home’s workflow. Contact our team today to learn more about our deck and indoor remodeling services. We will offer direction on functional fixtures, paint color, flooring, and more.
