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One of the more common questions we receive when discussing plans for a client’s home is should they start fresh with a totally new construction or renovate their existing home to make improvements. The answer is not always one-size-fits-all. Close collaboration with the Hill & Harbor team can determine what will work best for you.

New construction, of course, is the building of a brand new home space. A renovation will make changes to this existing structure and can involve anywhere from just a single room, like a kitchen, to a full home renovation that changes the entire interior space. There are benefits to both paths to creating a space that you will love coming home to.

Benefits of Renovating

1. Updating can help a home be a more environmentally friendly choice as well as increase its energy efficiency.
2. A small renovation may mean you can still stay in your home while the work is being done.
3. A historical home can have modern conveniences added while still retaining its original charm.
4. You get to stay in the home you know well. Especially if your home is located in an ideal or desirable location, renovating can help you stay in the neighborhood you love.
5. Updates can give the home a fresh look, peeling back the years and making it new again.
6. It can help give you more room if you want a different floor plan.
7. Less cost, if budget is a concern.

Benefits of New Construction

1. 1. You will, of course, have more options when it comes to design as you won’t be forced to use a predetermined space. You can create your own layout based on your lifestyle needs. Also you can orient a home on a land parcel to maximize your views.
   2. New technology or innovations can be easily installed during the building process.
   3. Home maintenance should not be a worry with a new construction home and you will have warranties.
   4. You can choose sustainably sourced materials for your home and be environmentally conscious.