Residential

Mastering home renovation: tips to save time and money

Expert advice to take as much stress as possible out of a refurbishment

DIY can save you money, but if it doesn’t work out for you, it can end up disrupting the entire project. Picture: Guido Mieth

“When you love where you live, a home make-over or extension can be a better option for a growing family, than the expense and hassle of moving,” says Antonina Sandulescu, the creative director of Dublin-based, Della Interiors.

Sandulescu runs a design, renovation and construction business with her husband, and says some basic pre-planning and expert advice will make the renovation process easier and less expensive in the long run.

Here, she offers her top tips ...