Renovation

In the broadest sense, “renovate” means to make new again—to revive. When you apply this definition to the world of home construction, “reviving” could mean anything from repainting and refacing cabinets to installing new light fixtures to adding other finishes and fixtures. Regardless of the task at hand, the original design is never dramatically altered. Rather, it is simply updated or tweaked to meet a new or revised standard.

Renovations typically involve some restoration work. For example, you might repaint the walls or cabinets or replace fixtures or hardware. You could update old or outdated items. Renovations are work that revives a room or home but doesn’t change the layout. They also may be used to add value to a home before you list it for sale. Because of this, renovations are often small-scale projects.