The start of the school year brings back school, work, and a more structured daily routine. To restore a pleasant and functional home in September, summer offers a suitable time for interior renovations. Part of the family may be away, making it easier to free up rooms, and the conditions favor ventilation.
The key is to prioritize interventions that will truly simplify household life.
Optimize the entrance and storage
In a family home, the entrance should allow for the storage of shoes, jackets, bags, and seasonal equipment without obstructing the passage. A custom-designed closet, a bench with storage, or well-placed hooks can make this space much more practical.
In an apartment where every square meter counts, it is possible to utilize a wall to its full height, a niche, or a hallway. Closed furniture brings a sense of order, while a few open compartments keep the most used items within reach.
Plan a space for work and homework
Remote work and homework require a quiet, well-lit, and well-equipped space. When a dedicated room is not available, a desk can be set up in a nook, on a landing, in a bedroom, or in part of the living area.
A glass partition, a screen, or a slatted bookshelf can create a separation without blocking light. It is also important to ensure a sufficient number of outlets, comfortable task lighting, and storage for documents and supplies.
For daily use, adjust the height and depth of the desk as well as the position of the screen before ordering a custom piece of furniture.
Refresh the bedrooms
Before the return, renovating a bedroom allows for a fresh start in a more serene environment. Soft-toned paint, a pleasant flooring, and varying levels of lighting create an atmosphere conducive to rest.
A child's room should also evolve with their needs. Adding a desk, accessible storage, or a bookshelf helps better organize school days. In a master bedroom, creating a dressing area can free up circulation and reduce clutter.
Take advantage of the renovations to check windows, insulation of cold walls, and ventilation before the heating season.
Adapt the kitchen to family rhythms
At the start of the school year, the kitchen regains a central place. To make it more efficient, consider the movements between storage, washing, preparation, and cooking areas.
Full-extension drawers, a clearer countertop, under-cabinet lighting, or additional outlets quickly improve its usability. When the furniture is in good condition, replacing the facades, handles, backsplash, or countertop can modernize the whole with a more limited intervention.
A complete renovation requires coordinating carpentry, electricity, plumbing, finishes, and ventilation to minimize the kitchen's unavailability.
Improve the bathroom
When several people are getting ready at the same time, a functional bathroom saves valuable minutes. Depending on the space, it is possible to add a second sink, install wall-mounted furniture, or replace a bathtub with a more accessible shower.
Choose moisture-resistant finishes. Proper ventilation limits condensation and protects joints, paints, and furniture.
Prepare the home for autumn
Taking advantage of summer to check windows, seals, radiators, and heating regulation allows for anticipating the first cold spells. Some improvements, such as insulating an interior wall or replacing old carpentry, enhance comfort while minimizing heat loss.
The nice weather facilitates ventilation and drying of paints. Since equipment, custom furniture, and carpentry may require several weeks of manufacturing, plan the project well before the end of the holidays.
Trust your project to Avenir Rénovations Suisse
An interior renovation often coordinates several professionals: carpenters, painters, electricians, plumbers, or tilers. Avenir Rénovations Suisse allows you to rely on a single point of contact to organize these various works.
Your Project Manager assesses your needs, prepares a detailed quote, schedules the interventions, and oversees the site until its completion.
Do you want to rearrange your home before the start of the school year? Contact Avenir Rénovations Suisse to design a project tailored to your lifestyle and budget.
