Aventura condo interior
The Aventura high-rise condo is an excellent investment, especially as your seasonal home or in generating rental income. But if you have a limited timeframe between tenants to prepare the space for the new arrival or your own stay, the best projects for the space are well-thought-out, strategic updates.
Confirm Building Requirements Before Work Begins
Before you can hire the team to renovate your condo, make sure you know what your building allows. In many condos, renovations must be pre-approved, and the association will need contractor insurance documents, permits, drawings of the proposed work, and so forth. Find out if there are noise restrictions or specific times when work can take place or deliveries can be made.
There may be rules about how contractors can treat common areas as they move in and out of the condo. The elevator used to bring the appliances in and haul away the debris may need to be reserved. The team at Gaven Constructions is one local company familiar with these requirements.
Update Compact Kitchens, Bathrooms, and Floors
Open Up a Small Kitchen Without Moving Everything
Many Aventura condos are dated enough to have galley kitchens that are very constricted. Older condos also likely have kitchen cabinets in dark colors, making the whole space feel smaller. If you can eliminate the partial wall separating the kitchen and other parts of the home, that will open up the sightlines. If a peninsula is bulkier than necessary, consider replacing it with a slimmer countertop that doesn’t block traffic but will offer some storage or workspace. Unless you are planning a more extensive remodel, it makes the most sense to leave the plumbing where it is.
However, you can still update the kitchen. A lighter cabinetry front will immediately lift the space. A new countertop is more resilient to abuse. Add lighting specifically designed to brighten up the task surfaces. Since condos need to be easily maintained, avoid glossy finishes that reflect every fingerprint. If the unit will be rented again, you’ll want finishes and materials that will hide fingerprints well or at least wipe off cleanly; the practical side of remodeling Aventura starts there.
Replace Tired Bathroom Fixtures
A similar idea goes into updating the bathroom fixtures. When a rental comes back, it likely won’t need a full-on overhaul. The grout might be stained, the mirrors and shower glass are cloudy, and the lighting over the sink is dated. A new vanity or lighting can transform the space. Open up the space by adding storage to the bathroom or improving the ventilation – nature.com/subjects is worth a skim.
If the walls are looking tired, new paint and tile can change the ambiance of the space.
Choose Flooring That Meets Sound Rules
Removing the carpet and replacing the worn tile are good ways to refresh the space. In a condo, you have to abide by the building’s rules about the sound-control materials to install under the new flooring. This is especially true on the second floor and higher.
Condo flooring and interior finishes
Keep an eye on the balcony and transition into the rest of the home. You may need to protect the baseboards and track for the sliding balcony door. The edge of the flooring may need some protection as well. In many cases, you can change the flooring to withstand salt air better. You may be able to make the transition between different flooring types easier with better weatherstripping. The material should resist the wear and tear of water and sand from outside.
Be sure to look into your building’s rules regarding smart locks or any other specific entry hardware requirements before making a replacement for tenants.
If you are a seasonal owner, while the walls are open is the perfect time to add things like under-sink leak sensors, a monitored water shutoff valve, and a programmable thermostat to help limit any potential damage during an extended vacancy.
Select Durable Finishes and Layered Lighting
Pick Materials That Hold Up to the Elements
Coastal living can be harsh. It’s worth spending a little extra on quality materials that can hold up to salt in the air and humidity. Cheap laminates can have their edges and seams deteriorate quickly. Poorly protected metal will discolor quickly. If you pick a wood floor, make sure it is adequately protected from the elements.
Keep maintenance simple too. In a rental, the carpet might be okay, but you’ll find that many stains won’t come out after several families stay in the space. Textured tile or walls can be difficult to keep clean.
Brighten the Space After Dark
If you want to make the condo feel more expansive, invest in a window treatment and lighting plan that will help the small condo feel roomier after dark. You can layer the lighting in each area, namely dining, kitchen, seating area, and bathroom, to make the place feel more spacious.
