A whole home remodel can take many different routes. Are you looking to gut several rooms? What about gutting only the kitchen and refinishing the other areas of the home? Perhaps you’re looking to create an addition while choosing new flooring, paint, and other finishes for the downstairs. Regardless, homeowners like you want to know cost averages for a luxury renovation so proper budget planning can begin as soon as possible. We're here to help lift the veil.
Given the variety of remodeling avenues a homeowner could take, it’s difficult to give a precise estimate for a whole home remodel without contacting a trusted design-build team. However, we’ve broken down the main spaces and additions homeowners will typically consider with a full house renovation and will give you a cost range to serve as a good starting point.
Many homeowners look to remodel their kitchen first because the space is too small to function properly, the finishes are dated, storage is sparse, or there’s disrepair beyond quick fixes. A new kitchen can improve how your entire day progresses. The kitchen is an integral part of your daily routine, making it imperative it functions perfectly.
The amount you’ll invest in your kitchen remodel will depend on its current condition. Opening your floor plan and adding square footage to fit more appliances, storage, and an island will of course have a higher cost than simply updating all of the finishes and investing in new energy-efficient appliances.
In your whole home remodel, consider these updates for your kitchen:
Expanded pantry space
Improve flow and function by changing the layout
Open the floor plan and increase space by merging rooms
Add an island, or two, with integrated seating and storage
Update your storage with custom options
Add a butler’s pantry for smaller appliances, a second sink, and added storage
The primary bath is another popular room to update. The bathroom has come a long way in technological advances that can offer an at-home spa experience, smart home upgrades, and safety features for children and aging in place.
Beyond the basic replacement of worn-out or dated finishes, like tile, flooring, and fixtures, consider these other updates:
Full renovation and redesign of the layout
Expand the shower, including a steam system with a Bluetooth system and glass enclosure
Improve storage with custom cabinets
Install in-floor radiant heat
Choose a freestanding tub with heated tub walls
Include a variety of lighting options like a backlit vanity mirror, sconces, and recessed lighting on dimmer switches
Bring in more natural light with a skylight
The full bathroom is typically in a hallway used by children or guests. The classic three-piece set includes a bathtub/shower combo, a commode, and a sink. The standard size is around 35 square feet but, at the higher end of the cost range, could be expanded into an adjacent space. Consider these common upgrades for your full bathroom remodel:
An unfinished basement is a home’s biggest untapped potential. The cost to finish a basement will greatly depend on whether your basement has been water-proofed and walled-in, with electricity and plumbing, or if you’re starting with a raw space. Given that this is typically considered a bonus space by many, the possibilities are plenty:
In-home theater with plush seating, a wet bar, and a bathroom
At-home bar with a mini fridge, sink, storage for glassware, a bathroom, TVs, and an in-wall sound system
Guest suite
Home office with a wet bar and bathroom
Billiards room
Additions are the widest range of cost because there are so many different types of additions homeowners will typically opt for in a home. If your home feels cramped in certain spaces, entertaining is challenging because of too little common space, too many household members sharing a bathroom, or you aren’t able to enjoy your outdoor areas as much as you like, an addition is a great investment. If you're asking, "What home renovations cost the most," chances are it's going to be one of the larger additions from this list. Some of the most common additions are:
First-floor primary suite
In-law suite
Expanded kitchens
Expanded garage
Three- or four-season sunroom
Screened-in porch with a deck, lounge area, and dining space
Outdoor Kitchen
Second story addition
Mudroom
Laundry Room
Additional bedroom
Additional bathroom
If your home is older, it’s possible that it never had a primary suite from the start. Give yourself the privacy and luxury of a full primary suite to start your day in peace or unwind in the evening. Usual features of a primary suite include:
An entry hallway
Sitting area with a fireplace and built-ins
Walk-in closets or a large dressing room with custom storage
Personal laundry closet with a stackable washer and dryer
Private balcony or deck
Primary bathroom
Here, the cost estimate for a whole home remodel is a standard range that may not include additions. If additions are included, the cost will increase. These estimates include structural changes, like opening the floor plan in the living area and kitchen, updating finishes, fixtures, paint, and more throughout the home. To find out more about whole home remodel costs in the Cleveland area, contact an experienced home design-build team.
If you love your home, your neighborhood, and your proximity to the amenities that your family has grown to depend on, the resounding answer is yes. Moving or building a new home comes with its own list of hurdles and frustrations, in addition to leaving your beloved home. If you're still on the fence, the best first step is to reach out to a design-build firm to learn more about what your unique whole home remodel could entail, and how long your home remodeling project could take.
A design-build firm that can take your home remodel from concept to completion. The benefits are plenty, such as relying on a single entity for design and construction while having only a single point of contact. The process is seamless and the design is impeccable with the right team.
Payne & Tompkins Design - Renovations is a Cleveland area design-build team with a reputation for designing beautiful spaces with care and superb craft in Cuyahoga County. Contact Payne & Tompkins to learn more about the design-build process and schedule a consultation.