After the past 18 months, it is no surprise that this year people are expecting more from their homes. Not only are they looking for a place to live and to relax with family, many are now also looking for a place where they can work.
From the growing importance of sustainable products and energy efficient technologies to modern day ease of living, the right modern touches can have a big impact on selling potential and value.
These include the following:
- Home office – swap a spare bedroom for a fully equipped home office
- Garden space – a report by Rightmove showed that searches for homes with a garden increased by almost 50% last year
- Sustainable and eco-friendly houses – means increased energy efficiency and reduced bills
- Open plan – open plan kitchens, living rooms and communal family spaces continue to be at the top of most buyer’s wish-lists
Now that schools have returned and pandemic restrictions have eased, many people are looking to move home this coming Autumn. Autumn has always been a good time to sell a house as buyers are motivated to move before the winter months and be settled before Christmas.
Here we look at some of the trends for the coming season:
- The maximalist approach to decorations – bold and contrasting patterns
- Striking furniture – large pieces of furniture are taking centre stage in many properties
- Reclaim and recycle
- Colour schemes – this year, Pantone have named a yellow and a grey as their shades of the year
- Contemporary country scheme
- Houseplants and getting in touch with nature
- Multi functional gardens
If you are looking to sell this Autumn, make sure you create a warm and cosy atmosphere, inviting people to your home. Keep your outside space as tidy as possible. If the house feels dark, create a welcoming space with some cleverly placed lighting and make the house feel atmospheric and cosy. If you have a fire, light it and create a welcoming and relaxing environment for viewers. September and October are traditionally strong selling months so make sure you invest time in getting your house ready to market this Autumn.