At Home in Swest

Renovating, interiors and DIY

Our home is the place we can get away from everything and unwind, so it’s important that they are the relaxing spaces we so desperately need. If they don’t measure up — bring on the renovation team!

Renovations can be very quick and simple or lengthy and complicated depending on your needs and how dramatically you want to change your home. Spring is the perfect time to improve your home and sometimes we can tackle the job ourselves, but often it’s best to bring in the experts!

Interior Designing

Although we might think we all have an ‘interior designer’ within us, it can go horribly wrong and cost a fortune if you don’t get it right, so if you’re not sure, leave it to the experts!

Interior designers are trained in creating a comfortable and relaxing space to live and/or work in. Decorating a space realises the final goal, but that’s not all an interior designer does; they also consult on how to improve your space and this can be achieved by removing a wall or changing a window to a door for example, with the overall goal to ensure the ergonomics of that space is met.

Interior designers are also skilled in envisioning the final product and will be able to give you an idea of what your space will look like by way of a 3D drawing. They will also suggest fabric, wall paper and decorative pieces that will ensure the ambience of your space is just right. So for piece of mind and something rather special, consult an interior designer.

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Renovations

Interiors

In this renovation era, we are constantly striving to improve our homes, especially the parts that become easily outdated, like the bathrooms and kitchens.

There are many specialists in these fields, but ensure you know what you want, because without the help of an interior designer the choice of fixtures and fittings is solely yours.

If you get a renovation team on board, ensure you get references and that the company you are using is reputable.

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Building

There's nothing like an exterior face lift to bring a house into the 21st century! An increasing number of houses in Somerset West are being renovated to update that 70's look and it's fantastic!

There are so many building additions that can improve your house; a patio, built-in braai, swimming pool, garage and of course of extension or addition of a living area. But because building is so popular, ensure your contractor is reputable and has good references.

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Do It Yourself (DIY)

DIY

Some of us just love to get our hands dirty and do the work ourselves. If you have the skill and you want to tackle the tiling, plumbing, installing of kitchen units etc. yourself, there are many DIY warehouses that enable us to take on the entire workload.

Just remember, it sometimes seems a lot easier than it is!

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DIY Decorating

Decorating is a lot of fun! If you feel you have what it takes to decorate your space yourself, there is no shortage of trendy décor shops in Somerset West. From couches to lamp shades, you’ll be able to find the latest interior trends in our right in the heart of the town.

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And don’t forget about the all important artwork for your walls. Our local talent is rather impressive so there’s no need to look further.

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