By Navin Sidhu, Partner

Renovating a home is an exciting venture, but it’s essential to approach any major project with the right mindset, knowledge, and most importantly, the right team. 

In this blog, we decided to focus on the ‘Do’s’ of a good home renovation (we prefer to take the approach of ‘Glass Half Full. Besides, the inverse of the Do’s will automatically give you the ‘Don’t’s!  Can you tell at Alair that we value efficiency?!). 

Read on for some critical insights based on decades of experience to set your home renovation project up for success!

Do: Plan Thoroughly

Why It Matters: A well-thought-out plan is the foundation of any successful renovation. It ensures that every aspect of the project is considered, from the design and materials to the timeline and budget.

How to Do It:

Do: Focus on Quality

Why It Matters: High-quality materials and craftsmanship are essential for durability and aesthetics. Cutting corners leads to costly repairs and long-term dissatisfaction.  A reputable interior designer can help provide valuable feedback on various product materials.

Image is of a modern living room, with a large white curved couch facing a flatscreen tv.
Built by Alair Sherwood Park

Avoid Pitfalls:

Do: Focus on Functionality

Why It Matters: We know that aesthetics are top of mind for any renovation, and while important, the functionality of your space should be a top priority. A beautiful home that doesn’t meet your needs will ultimately be frustrating.

How to Achieve It:

Open and airy kitchen featuring a central island, geometric lighting and a glass wine cellar.

Do: Hire The Right Team

Why It Matters: Clear, consistent communication and an expert team are critical to a project’s success. Renovations have many moving parts, so having the right team, including a reputable builder to manage the process, ensures that your vision is realized to its fullest potential.

Best Practices:

By following these “do’s,” you’ll be well on your way to a successful home renovation that meets and exceeds your expectations. Remember, the key to a smooth renovation is thorough planning, a focus on quality and functional design, and, most importantly, the right team to help execute it all! Happy renovating!

Design Team: Smiddy Stegman
Build by Alair Calgary
Photography by Eymeric Widling