Get your Home Holiday-Ready with These Quick-But-Effective Upgrades!

With the holidays fast approaching, now is the perfect time for a refresh to create a warmer, more inviting space in your home. While adding a fireplace to your living room is a great option, there are plenty of smaller projects that can be completed just in time for the festive season.

Here are a few ideas that can be done quickly and make a big impact.

Upgrade your Fireplace Surround

Refresh the look of your fireplace with a new mantel or modern tile surround. A fireplace is often the heart of the living room, especially during Edmonton’s cold winter. Transform the look of yours with a new mantel, sleek plaster, or a modern tile surround. This quick upgrade will make your living room feel like the perfect gathering space for holiday conversations by the fire. Check out one of our favourite fireplace projects here or watch this video.

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Update your Lighting

The right lighting can completely change the atmosphere of your space. Consider adding dimmable pot lights for flexibility or swap out outdated fixtures for stylish pendants that make a statement. Good lighting makes every holiday event feel more festive and cozy – from family movie nights to dinner parties. See how we reimagined and brightened this high rise condo with modern lighting.

Add a Feature Wall

A shiplap, wallpaper, or textured paint feature wall with floating shelves behind your dining table or in your living room adds a cozy, stylish touch – perfect for holiday entertaining. A thoughtfully-placed feature wall becomes a remarkable backdrop for holiday decorations.

These clients envisioned a show-stopping accent wall that featured an updated fireplace, a wall-mounted TV, and streamlined storage solutions. Find out how we made their dream living space a reality.

Refresh your Entryway

Create a warm and welcoming first impression with a revamped entryway. Updated lighting or a fresh coat of paint will set the tone as guests arrive for your holiday celebrations. Consider upgrading the flooring in the entry or other high-traffic areas to add durability and style to your space. Check out this remarkable whole-home renovation here.

Revamp your Mudroom

Edmonton’s cold winters bring a lot of snow and slush that can be tracked indoors without an efficient, well-designed mudroom. Update your back entry with durable flooring, built-in benches, and custom storage cubbies to keep winter gear organized and messes at bay. Check out this mudroom renovation here.

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These quick updates will ensure your home feels warm, inviting, and holiday-ready.

Here’s the catch: We only have space for one or two smaller projects before the holidays, so if you’re thinking of squeezing in a last-minute renovation, now’s the time to reach out.

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About Contact Renovations & Custom Homes

At Contact Renovations and Custom Homes, our client-first philosophy has made us a top Edmonton Design Build Contractor for over ten years. We pride ourselves on high quality renovations that speaks for itself. 

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