A complete renovation of your apartment means finally living up to your expectations. But without the right approach, it can easily become a nightmare. So don't leave anything to chance and prepare yourself with our helpful tips.

A renovated apartment is a dream come true for many of us. Its new and more modern look will reward you for months or years of saving and sometimes even redeem you from an unfavourable housing situation. But it can also be a real headache. Especially if it's your ‘first time’. To avoid wasting time and money, plan hard first. Prices, time, logistics and connections.

Dream reconstruction requires planning

Before you start renovating, imagine what your apartment will look like. Take inspiration from ideas online and think about what works for you. It's not so much about the type of chandelier or the colour of the floors as it is about the layout of the rooms, the design of the bathroom or the location of switches and electrical connections.

When designing, remember:

• Prepare plenty of storage space - it suits everyone and every circumstance.
• Take into account the size of the apartment - less is sometimes more. Don't try to squeeze too many trendy features into the apartment. Go for simplicity and comfort instead.
• Think about the layout of rooms and living areas.