What You Can Achieve With RM80,000 Renovation Budget

Whether your budget is big or small, the cost of a home renovation can quickly get out of control. So what's the secret to keeping your budget controlled when renovating and how do you ensure that you get a beautiful result without breaking the bank? The key to avoiding a budget blowout is to be smart, have a plan and always be on the lookout for ways to save at every stage of your project.

To give you an idea, we have compiled a list of 7 beautifully renovated Malaysian homes and what is achievable with a budget between RM50,000 to RM80,000. We hope that you will find inspiration from these designs to replicate in your own home if you are looking to set aside a renovation budget within this price range.

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1. West Side 3 | Amaze Design

Renovation Cost: RM80,000

When renovating on a tight budget, you can create a big visual impact in your home by using (relatively) low-cost products or materials. Take design inspiration from this modern home that features a built-in cabinet with faux black marble texture. It immediately creates a more expensive look to the living room at a fraction of the cost!

The entire home renovation by Amaze Design cost RM80,000 and includes outfitting the home with furniture and appliances, carpentry works, flooring, hacking walls and installing false ceiling, painting, installing wallpaper, plumbing, retiling, electrical rewiring and home decor.

2. The Vyne | Archmosphere-ds

Renovation Cost: RM80,000

To create an aesthetically pleasing home without spending a fortune, pay attention to the small details that would complement your existing furniture well. Home decor such as artworks, vases, cushions, trays, candles and others are not just for display, but it can also freshen up a space, give an updated feel to older furniture and even cover some flaws on pieces that have seen better days.

Take design cues from this modern home where Archmosphere-ds pull off a high-end feel to the open concept living room using cosy blankets, throw pillows, books, vases and mirrors, so that the apartment doesn’t feel cold, bland or too empty.

This home renovation project cost RM80,000 and it is inclusive of outfitting the home with furniture and appliances, carpentry works, flooring, hacking and installing false ceiling, painting, plumbing, feature wall, electrical rewiring, wallpaper and tiling.

3. Lakepark Residence | LoHC Studio

Renovation Cost: RM80,000

The design of your home plays a role in your renovation cost as well. A home with a minimalistic design is likely to be more affordable to renovate than a home that is intended to exude a sense of opulence.

Having said that, it doesn’t mean you have to compromise on style. Take design cues from this contemporary home where LoHC Studio has successfully created a beautiful and Zen-like vibe to this urban abode using sleek and simple wooden furniture.

The entire home renovation cost RM80,000 and it is inclusive of outfitting the home with furniture and appliances, carpentry works and flooring.

4. The Potpourri | Y&L Concept Studio

Renovation Cost: RM65,000

Walls are one of the biggest surfaces in a room and have the potential to make a big difference in a design. There are plenty of inexpensive ways to dress up a wall and one of the most popular choices among homeowners are removable wallpaper and decals. They’re easy to install or remove, and an eye-catching wallpaper can immediately enhance the overall look of your home.

Take a style note from this contemporary home that features a taped geometrical wallpaper that adds character and creates a beautiful feature to the living space.

The entire home renovation by Y&L Concept Studio cost RM65,000 and it includes carpentry works, tiling, painting, wallpaper installation as well as electrical rewiring.

5. Damai Hillpark Residence | Considered Design

Renovation Cost: RM65,000

Many people love the idea of completely changing the layout of their home, but they don't like the price that comes with it. Structural changes such as relocating sinks, bathtubs, stoves, walls and windows can easily add up to your overall budget. So instead of changing your home’s floor plan, try updating your home’s fixtures and furniture to breathe new life into your home.

This contemporary home is understated but impeccably well-designed, making full use of the space available and even visually creating more room without making any major structural modifications. We love how the designer incorporates greenery throughout the house to bring colour, calm and serenity to the home.

The entire home renovation by Considered Design Sdn Bhd cost RM65,000 and includes carpentry works, installing false ceiling, flooring, painting, tiling, lighting and electrical rewiring.

6. The Atmosphere | RK Interior

Renovation Cost: RM60,000

This might not save you money upfront, but it certainly will in the long run! When renovating your home, choose materials that you’ll be happy with for years to come.

For instance, replacing your entire kitchen flooring with checkerboard floor tile pattern is a safe choice as it is a classic and eye-catching material that will age well, and it also provides a nice neutral backdrop that would match well with almost any type of furniture or home decor.

For RM60,000, the entire home renovation by RK Interior includes carpentry works, installing false ceiling and feature wall, tiling, electrical rewiring and painting.

7. Setia Ecohill | Fuyu Dezain

Renovation Cost: RM50,000

Never underestimate the transformative powers of colour. Paint offers immediate visual effect and it is a relatively inexpensive way to enhance the overall look and ambience of your home.

In this double-storey home, Fuyu Dezain highlighted the dining area with rich emerald paint to create an elegant and sophisticated look to the open concept dining area, especially when paired with the gold pendant lights.

The entire home renovation cost RM50,000 and it is inclusive of outfitting the home with furniture, carpentry works, painting, plumbing, lighting and electrical rewiring.

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