Whether you own a thatched cottage or a Victorian town house, your will be presented with a number of challenges when you want to renovate it. Even the most simplistic decorating work can see you running into issues with period features and original objects. Here are some top tips:
- Work sympathetically with the existing structure. Part of the joy of owning a period property is retaining original features whilst updating the building around them. Retain as much as you can whilst modernising to give rooms a fresh appearance.
- Plan our how your designs will work throughout the building. Don’t just focus on one room – think about the property as a complete unit. This will help you to overcome any problems early on before starting work, and will give the property a sense of flow.
- Work with professionals. Builders and architects have their specialisms so choose a company who work specifically with period properties. You may also want to consult a professional designer to give you some inspiration and ideas.
- Be minimalistic. This will help you to emphasise the beauty of your period features and will ensure they are noticed. Work with what you’ve got and use everything to its full potential.
