One of the great things about home remodeling is the opportunity to reimagine your space and use it effectively. Many things may occupy your mind during the design process, so it can be difficult to focus and determine which aspects of the remodel are most important.

Here are a few design things that you should give some thought before the home remodeling process is fully underway.

• Strive for Space Efficiency – What many people do not understand is that the size of a room often does not matter as much as how you use it. Instead of expanding the square footage, which would be very costly, make design choices that use the space efficiently. Include features that double as storage. Pick layouts that do not restrict movement.
• Consider Accessibility – If you have a family member with a disability that affects their mobility, you may want to think about how you can make your home more accessible. For example, incorporating hand rails and replacing steps with ramps may be useful. And if you plan to stay in this home for a long time, making changes like these may be very helpful as you grow old.
• Design Instead of Decorate – During home remodeling, think about what changes you can make to really make your home special. For instance, you might create a focal point with a fireplace. Creating permanent features, instead of merely decorating to create focal points when the home remodeling is done, can elevate your home.