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Planning a home renovation

Renovating a home can be a transformative experience… or a real headache if not properly planned. Whether it’s a partial renovation or a complete transformation, it’s key to have a clear vision, a professional team and a well-defined strategy from the outset.
At Blues Simon Group, we have accompanied numerous home renovation projects, and we know that success is in the details. Here we here are some essential tips for planning and executing a successful home renovation.

Define your objectives precisely

First of all, make a clear list of what you want to achieve. Are you looking for more natural light? Optimise the layout? Improve energy efficiency? The clearer you are about your goals, the more aligned the design will be with your expectations. This initial step is key to avoiding costly changes during implementation.

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Set a realistic and flexible budget

One of the most common mistakes in home renovation is underestimating the budget. Always leave a margin of 10-15% for unforeseen events, especially in integral reforms or in older homes. Work with a team that offers transparency from the outset and advises you on the best value for money in materials on the best value for money in materials and technical solutions.

Choose a team with experience and style aligned

Not all architects and builders have the same aesthetic sensibility and experience. If you want the best results, you’ll want to work with a team that specialises in high-end, custom-designed renovations. Be sure to check previous projects and ask for references.

Respect the environment and the original architecture

Often the value of a good renovation lies in preserving certain original elements and combining them with contemporary solutions. Natural stone, high ceilings, interior courtyards or traditional structures can be harmoniously integrated with modern technology and modern design.

Planning is everything

From legal permits to time and supplier management, planning a home renovation properly will prevent delays, cost overruns and frustration. Work with your team to create a detailed timeline and regularly monitor the project’s progress. Good communication is key.

Commitment to quality and sustainability

Durable materials, energy efficiency, ecological solutions? Renovating is an investment, and doing it well is synonymous with increasing the value of your property. A well-executed renovation not only improves your quality of life, but also increases the value of the property on the market.

Reforming with vision, living with purpose

A well-planned and executed renovation transforms your home and the way you live it. We combine experience, design and attention to detail to make every renovation a successful and personalised project.

Are you thinking of renovating your home on the Costa Blanca? Contact us and we will help you turn your vision into reality.

Sustainable materials for renovations, elegance with ecological awareness

At Blues Simon Group we firmly believe that a renovation should not only transform a space, but also improve the quality of life of those who live there and the a space, but also improve the quality of life of those who live in it and the surrounding environment that surrounds it. For this reason, we are firmly committed to the use of sustainable materials for renovations in each of our projects, as a way of combining design, comfort and respect for the environment.

Green building materials that inspire a new way of life

Our vision of green refurbishment goes far beyond a neat aesthetic. Every choice we make – from the selection of materials to waste management – aims to reduce environmental impact and promote a more responsible building model responsible building model.

One of the fundamental pillars of our work is the reduction of the carbon footprint in refurbishments, a commitment that is reflected in the conscious choice of materials, processes and suppliers. We are committed to luxury that breathes sustainability.

The importance of using sustainable materials in the home

Choosing environmentally friendly materials for interiors not only has a positive impact on the planet, but also on the well-being of those who live in the space.

We use non-toxic paints and sealants, natural insulation, sustainable construction certified timber and other materials that ensure healthy, durable and visually sophisticated environments.

Wherever possible, we incorporate the use of recycled materials in construction as part of a comprehensive strategy that values the circular economy and minimises waste.

Sustainable renovations through energy efficiency

One of the great challenges in refurbishments is to achieve real and lasting energy efficiency. We address this need by implementing advanced thermal insulation solutions, high-performance carpentry and intelligent systems that optimise the energy consumption of the home.

In addition, we promote the implementation of renewable energies in renovations, such as solar panels and efficient air conditioning solutions, which not only reduce the environmental impact, but also generate significant economic savings in the medium and long term.

Green materials for sustainable renovations

Increasingly, there is a search for refurbishments that reflect not only style and functionality, but also values. Trends in sustainable refurbishment point towards the use of clean technologies, low impact materials and environmentally conscious design.

At Blues Simon Group we respond to this demand with customised projects that balance aesthetics, innovation and environmental commitment. Because we understand that the real benefit of sustainable materials in the home is to create spaces where people live better, with awareness and harmony.

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In every renovation we carry out, we seek to leave our mark. But not just any footprint: a positive, responsible and lasting one. That is why we work every day to reduce the other footprint, the carbon footprint, with decisions that make a difference without sacrificing design, comfort or excellence.

Because renovation is an opportunity. An opportunity to live better, to take care of the environment and to create a home that is not only beautiful, but also consistent with the values of the world we want to build.

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The benefits of asbestos-free fibre cement

Talking about fibre cement can set alarm bells ringing because of the harmful effects that constructions containing it have had for a long time. However, fibre cement itself is not toxic; the asbestos from which it was produced is toxic, but nowadays the constructions that use it have completely eliminated this carcinogenic component.

Asbestos is a natural fibre that for years was used in construction because its toxicity was unknown. Nowadays, the fibre cement used in construction is completely free of asbestos particles, so it does not represent any risk to health and has many advantages.
Asbestos-free fibre cement, made from Portland cement, which is mixed with silica reinforced by organic and synthetic fibres together with binder additives and water, is particularly suitable for all types of cladding (interior and exterior), masonry, walls and ceilings, among many others.
The most commonly used fibres are:
– Glass fibres, to improve the physical characteristics of concrete and prevent cracking.
– Polypropylene fibres, to improve the mechanical characteristics of concrete, with greater durability than glass or steel fibres.
– The steel ones, which can be cold-formed, to increase the strength and load-bearing capacity of the concrete; or glued, which are mainly used for concrete pipes.

Simple, quick and clean
One of the great advantages of asbestos-free fibre cement is its lightness, which makes it extraordinarily easy to install on site. Fibre cement slabs are very easy to handle and can be easily cut and drilled, making them very easy to install, which can be done dry.
In addition to this versatility and variety of colours thanks to the incorporation of pigments in its composition, it is rainproof and fireproof, which provides greater levels of safety to the home.
Furthermore, we cannot ignore the fact that it is a very economical material compared to others, which together with its manageability and time savings of up to 70% can have a very positive impact on our pocket. Such are its advantages that, although it was initially used mainly for exteriors, leaving plasterboard for interiors, it is increasingly displacing plasterboard, which can be found in any room.

Drywall panels
One of the most widespread uses of non-asbestos fibre cement today is to be used as boards, in what is known as drywall. These are panels that are fixed to a light wood or galvanised steel structure. They can be used to build partition walls or non-structural walls.
The biggest handicap of this type of construction, known as lightweight drywall, is the appearance of cracks, especially when temperature changes occur. However, these problems can be avoided by using top quality materials in the first place and, especially in very large areas, by including a control joint to absorb any small displacements between the slabs and prevent cracks from appearing.
In this type of joint, which must always be dilated, it is also advisable to use elastic putty and, of course, to clean the surface of the fibre cement boards very well before laying them so that there are no dust particles or other residues.
On the other hand, false myths associated with this type of material, such as the myth that heavy objects such as a television cannot be anchored to these walls, have been dispelled, since today, thanks to butterfly screws, specially designed for drywall, fibre cement panels can support up to 30 kg of weight with the help of a simple drill.