Coronavirus has changed so many things about our way of life, from our grocery lists to our guest lists for weddings, but perhaps one of the most subtle changes has been to our homes. Spending extra time at home has given many of us an opportunity to rethink the space, and come out the other side of the pandemic with a more appealing environment. Here are a few of the home-renovation changes sparked by the pandemic:
Simple DIY came to the fore
Many of us associate the term “DIY” with something being badly done, but, given so much extra time to spend around the house (and less opportunity to engage with professionals), homeowners embraced the art of the DIY renovation. Whether it was something as simple as giving the walls a fresh coat of paint and updating outlet covers, or an option involving more significant investment, as a brand new floor for the bathroom – there was a DIY option for every household. Perhaps the most interesting…