Add value to your home with an entertainment area

South Africans love a good party and with the silly season fast approaching, there's no better way to welcome it in than by upgrading your entertainment area. Of the many properties REALGLEN has under our belt, we know that the ones that fly off the listings are the ones that stand out and appeal to the serious buyer/tenant. By implementing a few easy steps toward highlighting your entertainment area you could be at the top of the list when it comes to selling your property. 

 

 

If you have a garden patio, courtyard or terraced balcony then you have space for an entertainment area. Emphasise the best things in your space by making use of the beautiful natural light that flows through on clear spring and summer days. Update your outdoor entertainment area by adding pops of greenery and colour with heavy-duty pot plants that make a statement. Ferns and palm leaves are great for evoking a holiday resort feel and are affordable ways to spruce up even the most ordinary of spaces. If your patio or balcony does not feature a garden, this is even more reason to introduce an element of nature into the entertainment area. It adds freshness and an inviting breeze into any space. 

 

Make the most of the long summer evenings to come and purchase comfortable seating arrangements that encourage conversation. An inexpensive way to boost your current seating area is to get large scatter cushions that can double as floor seats when you have little kids or a larger group of guests over. Make your seating area a focal point by drawing attention to the option of resting drinks or snacks on smaller tables strategically positioned to be handy enough to hold candles, ashtrays, bug spray, handheld fans or whatever else you please. These convenient novelty items help your entertainment area stand out and make it memorable. 

 

 

Whether you have an outdoor entertainment area or an indoor one, it's important to keep it cohesive with the rest of the house. Not only does this give the illusion of a larger floor space, but it allows you to simplify your decor style and save on spending money on different materials for paint, furniture etc. The concept of a seamless entertainment area relies on using your space efficiently. Large rugs in sustainable, durable fabrics can be used both in the room leading up to the patio and in the outdoor area as well. Choose matching pillows for comfortable couches that are also weather-resistant. 

 

If you love socialising and throwing functions at your place, think of adding a bar to your entertainment area. An outdoor mirror, underlit bartop and eclectic bar stools go a long way towards modernising your property and giving off an expensive aesthetic. Think of adding a sound system to the entertainment area with strategically placed speakers or feature a talking point with a vintage jukebox, gramophone or vinyl collection that can easily be picked up from trawling your local antique stores for a fraction of the price. If money is no object when it comes to your renovations, install long-term features such as a fireplace, wood-fired oven, or an intricate mini Japanese garden complete with water feature and fish ponds. 

 

 

Think about the opportunity to relax in your entertainment area as a privilege not many can enjoy after a long day at work or as an advantage when hosting guests. When you decide to list your home, buyers will always prefer the property that has the most amount of added extras. Remember, potential buyers want value for money when making a considerable purchase and your home will be shortlisted. REALGLEN Properties has a team of expert property practitioners to advise you on the best way to make your home stand out from the crowd. Contact us today to make the most of your investment and reap the benefits of a successful sale. 

Author REALGLEN Properties