It’s the time of year when summer bliss is replaced by back-to-school excitement – or dread, if you’re worried about the whirlwind of chaos that school year preparations can create.
If you’re looking to restore some order to your home and fight the first-day jitters, these home upgrades might be just what you need to help bring harmony to your days.
When little feet come running through the door, they won’t make it very far before shoes, bags, papers, and anything else have been cast aside. Ramping up your mudroom to handle this load and making it easy for your kids to stow away their items will keep their stuff from immediately being strewn around the house.
When it comes to mudroom essentials, here’s what you should look for:
The school season is where the kitchen faces high pressure situations – the scramble to get lunches packed in the morning, and the pre-dinner rummaging the kids will do as soon as they get home.
Upgrading the storage your kitchen has to keep plenty of lunch fare and backup snacks on stop will make the mornings smoother, and lead to a lot less hangry afternoon tantrums. Installing drawers into your closets and cabinets is one way to maximize space.
Not everyone is a fan of homework to say the least, but a comfortable place to buckle down and work could help your kids get the job done. A calm area with plenty of room to spread out books, papers, and other supplies, and comfy seating is a great start; adding a clock and trashcan are ways to keep kids from finding reasons to get up and break their focus.
A second kitchen island is perfect for kids that don’t want to be cut off from the rest of the family, but need some square footage to spread out.
If you don’t like having a fridge with papers fluttering in the breeze every time you open its doors, you can find other spots to display your kids’ artwork, grades, and other school year memorabilia. A large bulletin board, situated near the family calendar, is a great alternative.
With days filled with classes and activities, bedrooms should be up for the challenge of handling multiple quick-changes per day. A hamper and plenty of storage will help keep your kid’s room from turning into a sea of clothes. Built-in storage and custom closets can make a world of difference on the organization front, as well as bins for separating different clothing types and toys.
The school year can bring anxiety for some, so it’s important to have a dedicated area for unwinding. After all, kids need to just be kids while they still can. A space for hanging out with friends, playing games, reading, and anything else that helps them de-stress will help them show up for their studies refreshed and feeling good. A finished basement can become the perfect chill center to take a break from homework and test prep.
Here are a few tech investments that could make your routine just a little bit more seamless:
A home that’s perfect for your needs will help you live a better life. Innovative Home Renovations has a team of experts ready to design and build a Seattle remodeling project that is completely customized to you. With the help of experts, you know you’ll be making the most of your Seattle home. Contact a project manager to begin!