Property Brothers' Drew Scott Shares Tips For Adding A Wow Factor To Small Homes

Want to make a big impact in your small home? According to HGTV's Property Brother Drew Scott, there is a lot you can do with a tiny living space and a tight budget. In a YouTube video called "How to Add Wow Factor to a Small Living Space," Scott shares genius budget-friendly home upgrades and essential considerations for adding value and eye-catching style in small spaces. These include adding functionality to your space, spreading your reno budget around the home, and investing in simple upgrades that will take your home design to the next level.

In the YouTube video, Scott tours a three-bedroom, two-bathroom property that provides an excellent example of how to elevate small living spaces on a modest budget. The house is around 850 square feet and was built in the 1960s. However, you wouldn't know it upon stepping inside, as the interior looks fresh and updated. Scott credits the fresh paint and updated hardwood flooring for giving it a contemporary feel. The HGTV star takes viewers on a room-by-room tour, showcasing the different ways that the homeowners infused their small property with wow factor. Let's dive into the many ways that you can take a page out of their book and apply Scott's genius tips in your own home.

In the YouTube video, Drew Scott emphasizes that you don't need an expanded footprint to create an elevated living space that potential buyers will covet. Scott adds that functionality and seamless flow are valuable assets in any home, no matter the square footage. In fact, adding functionality is the one thing the Property Brothers want you to remember when renovating a home. This can be as simple as making use of empty spaces, adding built-in storage solutions, and optimizing furniture layout to create multi-purpose rooms.

Scott notes that these homeowners had a modest budget for renovations, but they used it effectively by investing in simple upgrades to make the home more appealing to buyers, especially in a small property. These include basic crown molding, fresh paint on the walls, and polishing the floors to make them gleam like new. In the primary bedroom's ensuite, the homeowners upgraded the functionality and value by expanding the shower and adding storage to the built-in vanity.

Scott says that people often make the mistake of investing in the principal spaces, such as the kitchen, while neglecting the rest of the house. Instead, spread the renovation budget around to ensure that every room gets an improvement. It's not always necessary to knock down walls and make major changes. Look for opportunities to refresh the space by investing in updated finishes, such as new hardware, modern light fixtures, refaced cabinets, and new countertops. "If you have the budget to reconfigure and change the function a little bit, that's great, you'll get more money. If not, work with what you have. You can still make it a great home," says Scott.