Residential Renovation

🏡 Renovation Case Study: Residential Transformation Project

🔨 Project Summary
This project showcases the transformation of a residential property, bringing new life to both its interior and exterior. Inside, the space has been thoughtfully renovated into a bright, modern home, featuring an open-plan kitchen and living area centred around a striking marble island. Outside, the two adjoining brick houses — now finished with bold black and classic red doors — reflect the balance of contemporary style and traditional charm that runs throughout the renovation.

🏠 Property Details
- Location: [Undisclosed for privacy]
- Property Type: Two adjoining brick residential houses
- Original Market Value: £695,000
- Purchase Price: £550,000 (BMV acquisition)
- Sale Price Post-Renovation: £750,000
🛠 Renovation Scope

Interior Upgrades:
- Full interior strip-out and redesign
- Installation of open-plan kitchen/living area with a statement marble island
- Updated flooring, lighting, and fittings throughout
- Modern bathrooms and high-efficiency appliances

Exterior Improvements:

- Refurbishment of brick façades
- Distinctive paintwork: bold black and classic red doors for character and identity
- Landscaping enhancements to front and rear gardens

📊 Financial Summary
- Purchase Price: £550,000
- Renovation Costs: £70,000 (materials, labour, design)
- Legal & Misc. Costs: £10,000
- Total Investment: £630,000
- Sale Price: £750,000
- Net Profit: £120,000
⏱ Project Timeline
- Acquisition: January 2025
- Renovation Period: 3.5 months
- Sale Completed: June 2025

🏆 Key Achievements
- Successfully acquired the property at a 21% discount
- Delivered a high-quality renovation on a tight timeline
- Achieved a 19% return on total investment
- Blended modern luxury with traditional aesthetics, increasing buyer appeal