I’ve remodeled two homes, and if there’s one phrase that haunts every renovation, it’s this: builder basic. Not because it’s offensive (I love a builder) – but because it’s almost always unintentional. No one sets out to create a home that feels flat or straight from a spec sheet. And yet, without meaning to, it’s surprisingly easy to end up there.
What I’ve learned the hard way from my own home renovations is that avoiding creating a 'basic' home isn’t about budget. I’ve plenty of extravagant new builds that still feel generic, and small homes made entirely of thrifted finds feel far from flat.
