Property View June 18

Sheds are no longer simple spaces to house the
mower. Often used as home offices, teenage dens
and even outdoor kitchens, they are becoming a
must-have for many buyers. If you have a shed,
consider making it blend in with the garden – it’s all
about creating an illusion and a lifestyle buyers can
relate to.
Keep it low-maintenance. A garden that requires
a lot of upkeep can affect the valuation price and
saleability of the home. Privacy is important to
house buyers and fencing, a wall or large plants will
help improve the value of a home.
A well-designed terrace extends the living
environment of the house to the outside. Invest in
good quality paving as you would with any flooring
material inside the home.
In smaller urban gardens, consider creating a
covered arbour over your sitting space. This gives
the feeling of privacy and enclosure, which is
especially important in built-up areas.
Outdoor furniture helps potential buyers visualise
how their garden could look. Create an al fresco
kitchen area, showing how functional the space
can be. Long gone are the days when a portable
BBQ would suffice.
Lighting allows your garden to become a useable
space at night. A lot of viewings take place in the
afternoons and evenings, therefore it’s worth
investing in some garden lighting so potential
buyers can get a good impression.
And when it comes to viewings, think of the
garden as another room of the house; mow the
lawn, sweep up, weed and get rid of unsightly
clotheslines.
Sheds no longer simple
spaces to house the mower.
Often used as home offices,
teenage dens and even
outdoor kitchens
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