Month: August 2023

Home renovations are a large investment to make but can pay off big time if you’re planning to put your home on the Texas housing market. However, if you plan to stay in your home for the foreseeable future, there are still added benefits of a newly renovated home that you can experience while living there.   

If there’s anything we’ve learned in our years of experience as luxury home builders and custom project management providers in Austin, TX, it’s that the little details can make a big impact. Renovations and redesigns can not only change how you feel about your space but can add value in ways you may not have imagined. 

The Benefits of Custom Home Renovations

Regardless of why you want to redesign your home or renovate a space, there are many benefits that come with it that you, your family, your guests and even your neighborhood will feel the effects of. Here are just a few:

It Can Increase The Value Of Your Home

Renovations can add value to your home that you can enjoy now while also prepping for any future plans to sell. Individual preferences about finishing touches will always vary from person to person but potential home buyers want to see updated spaces like kitchens and bathrooms when looking for a new home.

Unless they’re looking for a fixer-upper, home buyers aren’t usually compelled to buy a home they know will need extensive updates. If your home looks outdated, it will narrow your choices for buyers. These renovation updates will make your home more attractive to potential buyers and keep your neighbors happy with the increased desirability of your neighborhood. 

It Can Reduce Your Expenses

When it comes to custom home projects, higher-quality materials can save you money in the long run. Houses are expensive to upgrade and renovate — using low-quality materials that won’t last isn’t the best use of your time and money.

At Freccia Group, our team of in-house designers, engineers, architects and builders do it right the first time, using only the highest quality materials. By taking the time in advance to design and choose better materials and appliances, you won’t need to worry about when something will break or go wrong. This keeps more money in your pocket and gives you peace of mind about the safety and durability of your home.

It’s More Enjoyable To Relax At Home

Many homeowners put off home renovations or repairs because it’s not an urgent priority, especially if they have no plans to sell. However, it’s best not to wait until it does become an urgent need and you don’t have to sell your home to deserve a bit of an upgrade.

By working with experienced construction project managers, you’ll be able to take the time to properly scope out the work that needs to be done, prioritize your greatest needs and execute a design that will bring more life into your home. You’ll save time, stress and money with high-quality results that will last a lifetime in the home of your dreams.

Keep Up With Freccia Group’s Upcoming Renovations 

North Shoal Creek 

Updated closets and renovated bathrooms are just a taste of what’s to come for our North Shoal Creek interior remodel. You can follow this project from start to finish on all of our socials.

Rosedale 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our Rosedale home renovation is a full home renovation and our team has taken this home all the way down to the studs to begin work. For this project, you can expect to see an updated kitchen along with new tile, cabinetry and MORE! Find out more about what a full home renovation is here.

East MLK 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

We’re working on something special at our East MLK renovation project. Not only are we partnering with one of our favorite architects in Austin Texas, but this project will feature a full layout transformation that will completely surprise you! Trust us, you want to keep up with this project.

How to Start An Austin, TX Renovation Project With Freccia Group

Starting a renovation project with our in-house team of architects, builders and designers begins with a scheduled consultation. From there, we’ll be able to map out the full scope of work as we work with you to design the new kitchen, bathroom or total home remodel of your dreams.

If you live in Austin, TX or any of its surrounding neighborhoods and are ready to find out more about starting your renovation project, contact our team at Freccia Group. We’ll help you figure out the best updates for your home, giving you a one-of-a-kind space to call home. Follow us to stay updated on our latest renovation projects and sign up for our newsletter for more behind-the-scenes content!

Planning out the details that will put the finishing touches on your home’s interior design style is where you’re really able to bring more of who you are into your redesign, renovation or remodeling project. Whether you’re making updates to sell or will enjoy them yourself, there are a few fundamental design elements you’ll want to pay careful attention to when you’re putting on those finishing touches. 

From bright blue cabinets to bold black and white patterned tiles, at Freccia Group we’ve seen it all when building and designing our custom homes in Austin, TX. These are just 7 of the finishing touches we’ve seen added to homes that take them from mundane to exquisite. 

What Are Finishing Touches? (And Why Are They Important?)

Finishing touches are design elements that add character and personality to your home. They are the small details that play a large role in how your home is perceived and can sometimes even completely change the energy of your space.

The finishing touches that matter most to you may be different from someone else’s because we all have our own unique styles and preferences. However, as one of Austin’s premiere residential homebuilders, our team at Freccia Group finds that there are often 7 finishing touches that matter most to homeowners.

These elements can sometimes be the inspiration behind renovations and total-home redesigns or come up later in the process. Either way, they’re defining factors in making your custom home project feel complete.  

7 Finishing Touches That Will Elevate Your Home

If there’s anything we’ve learned in our years of experience as luxury home builders and custom project management providers in Austin, it’s that little details make a big impact. Renovations and redesigns can not only change how you feel about your space but can also make a good impression on your guests. 

Once you’ve decided to start your renovation or redesign, it’s time to get into those finishing touches that will bring it all together! These design elements set the foundation for other accent pieces such as furniture, rugs, and appliances. 

Let’s look at the 7 finishing touches that matter the most in your home.

1. Kitchen Cabinets

Often located in the middle of the home and near the living room, the kitchen is one of your home’s focal centers so it’s not surprising that it is one of the most common spaces to undergo a redesign. Kitchen renovations often include updated appliances, countertops and almost always new cabinetry.

Cabinets are highly customizable and can change the entire feel of your kitchen. Options range anywhere from something dark and bold like black or more natural tones like muted grays or the very popular sage green cabinetry.

Freccia Group Insider Tips For Choosing Custom Cabinetry

• Match kitchen hardware. If you’re going for a minimalistic kitchen look, don’t add ornate, complicated hardware to your kitchen.
• Align style with the rest of your kitchen. For example, if you’re aiming for a farmhouse-style kitchen, you probably don’t want dark cabinets and accent pieces.
• Ensure cabinets remain functional. You can have both functionality and style. For example, don’t use an open organization style if the items on the shelf make your home look more cluttered.

2. Windows

With so much sun available year-round, natural light is a must for custom homes in Texas. There’s a reason why we use lots of windows when building our custom homes — they naturally open up the space while adding a luxurious yet comfortable feel to the home.

Window features like window walls, bay windows and skylights continue to increase in popularity, especially during the summer months.

Since Austin has very hot summers and hail storms in the winter, it’s important to have windows that are durable and energy efficient. One of our favorite building materials to use on our custom projects are Andersen Windows – like the ones seen on our 13th Street Custom New Build. They trap in the cool air, keep the heat out and of course, it helps that they look amazing!

3. Light Fixtures

Don’t be afraid to let your personality shine through! Light plays an important role in how your home looks and feels to visitors so where natural lighting won’t work, light fixtures can pull through.

A statement light fixture can feel ornamental during the day and can give your home a cozy feel when the sun goes down. It’s also the perfect opportunity to add accent pieces like lamps, chandeliers, and outdoor lighting that suit your preferences and pull together the design aesthetic you’re looking for.

It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the amount of light fixture options available. Check out our Freccia Group projects to see how we incorporated light fixtures into our custom home designs. You’ll find that we love adding gold light fixtures to give simple home designs a little something extra and often use black light fixtures to add more depth and dimension to a space.

4. Tiles

Tiles are an absolute game changer when it comes to using finishing touches to elevate your home. Thankfully, tile is no longer limited to just bathrooms and kitchens. Custom home builders are getting more creative in how they incorporate them into spaces all throughout the home. 

Floors, walls, showers and backsplashes – there’s room for creativity everywhere!

Since tiles are made out of natural materials, they last a very, very long time. Picking out tiles can be a decision you make now that you will continue to benefit from for years. Whether you showcase your personality through colors and patterns or prefer to keep things neutral with natural stone, there are options available for every space in your home.

5. Countertops

The quality of your countertop surfaces is something you can see and feel so it’s definitely a detail you won’t want to miss. Whether it’s the surfaces in your bathrooms or your kitchen island, your countertops can pack a powerful punch when it comes to your home’s design.

Many kitchen countertops use materials like granite, marble or a personal favorite of ours – quartz. Whether it’s a natural material or man-made, each has its pros and cons so before settling on a material for your countertops, make sure that its durability, stain resistance and overall look match your functional needs as well as your aesthetic needs.

Your countertops can also be a place where you get a little more creative if the accompanying cabinetry and hardware are on the simpler side. 

6. Entryway Staircase

The foyer is the first place in your home a guest will see — be sure to make the right impression. Foyers and entryways are not only aesthetic features but also serve as functional spaces for providing that extra storage space you need for your home.

If your home has a staircase that can be seen from the entryway, you’ll want to be sure it stands out. It’s also the perfect place to add a statement feature like an understairs mini bar or to establish your interior design style with ornate wooden railings for an antique-style home or black metal rails for a modern approach. 

7. Flooring

Flooring is the final finishing touch you’ll want to get right when renovating or redesigning your home. Since it’s present in every room, it must be both high quality and match your desired aesthetic.

Most homeowners prefer high-quality wood flooring over carpet. It’s a timeless choice that is durable enough to last through extensive everyday use but it does also require a little extra care to prevent it from looking dull, scuffed and worn down. Since floors are something you use every day you’ll want to take the time to plan ahead to make sure you’re seeing a better return on your investment.

With so many options and styles, you’ll be sure to find the perfect flooring for your home.

Schedule A Consultation With Freccia Group For Your Renovation Project Today

Are you ready to renovate the interior of your home? Freccia Group can help!

Our in-house team of architects, builders and designers will work with you to design your dream space whether that’s a new kitchen, bathroom or total home remodel. As Austin’s premier residential and commercial builders and construction project managers, we’ll make sure your dream home designs are brought to life using only the highest quality materials and the industry’s best practices.

If you’re looking for inspiration for your home makeover, check out our Instagram and Facebook where we’ll be showcasing our favorite projects every week! You can also sign up for our newsletter to receive the latest updates on our custom projects and behind-the-scenes insight and sneak peeks inside our most luxurious Austin custom home projects.