Home renovation in Spain

Building a home in Spain on your own, or as an autopromotor, means taking on the role normally handled by a developer.

If you’re planning to buy property in Spain in 2026, renovated homes for sale offer an excellent balance of traditional Spanish charm and modern comfort.

Amid a deepening housing crisis and a shortage of public homes, Barcelona City Council is turning to private landlords with grants of up to €30,000 to renovate empty or dilapidated properties – on the condition they are added to the public rental pool. The scheme aims both to upgrade ageing housing stock and to expand the supply of affordable, below-market rentals.

Which renovations can most transform a home and boost its resale value? Architects and interior designers often highlight four key updates, including new flooring, removing partition walls or replacing a bathtub with a shower. We’ll also outline the approximate costs and, crucially, the results you can expect – not just in terms of functionality and style, but also if you plan to sell your home in the future.

If you live in Spain or are planning to move there, buying and renovating a house can be a fantastic way to create your dream home while potentially saving money. However, tackling a refurbishment—especially in a foreign country—can be overwhelming.

The arrival of spring signals the start of the favoured season for home renovation projects.

When purchasing a home in Spain, you may need a full renovation, which could cost up to €60,000 if the property is in poor condition. However, if certain existing features are still usable, a partial renovation may be a more practical and cost-effective option.

Finding the perfect home in Spain can be a challenging task, but instead of settling for a finished and furnished property, why not consider buying one in need of renovation?

When renovating any space in your home, you don’t have to strictly follow trends, but it’s worth being aware of them. If you like them and they suit your needs, your home will not only be aesthetically pleasing but also more functional and modern. The kitchen, for example, is one area where it’s important to be cautious with fleeting trends, as a renovation can be quite costly.

This article recommends 5 things you should keep in mind when renovating a farmhouse. Fundamentally, look at the property's condition and rescue all the original elements you can. First of all, it's important not to throw anything away, as the best thing about farmhouses is their rustic essence, and you'll find somewhere to put the elements.

No, we don't have any miracle formulas, and we won't magic your 50-metre house to become 75m2... but this article does include some very useful tips for adding a few extra metres without any construction work. For example, opt for sliding doors in passage areas, such as hallways or the hall. You can also opt for folding beds and do without the bidet.

PTT Interiorismo completed an impressive renovation on this cosy 60-m2 flat in Barcelona's Eixample neighbourhood. This two-bedroom, two-bathroom flat gained a sense of space thanks to its natural light.

Air conditioning technicians are some of the most in-demand tradesmen when it starts heating up in Spain. They can update existing machines (which we totally advise) or install new ones.

Spring is here, and it's time to decorate your home with the latest trends. Natural fabrics, organic shapes and handmade offerings are the stars of the interior design trends this season, but what colours are in?

There are many ideas and trends to apply to the world of decoration. Every home should reflect its owner's style and character. Some people like their homes to be extravagant and colourful, while others prefer modern or eclectic, and others like simple and minimalist.

Nowadays in Spain the market trend is for houses to be increasingly smaller and more compact, especially when it comes to city flats and apartments, which means a puzzle and an exercise in imagination when it comes to organising space. However, there are solutions for every situation.

The price of a typical 100 m2 home over 50 years old can increase up to €50,000 after complete renovation, according to data from Sociedad de Tasación collected by Ok Diario.

We all know that our houses need work from time to time. Doing a major renovation is tempting as it can add value to your home, but it's also sometimes a very scary process because of the time and cost it entails. We are going to propose some alternatives within the means of any budget.&nb

Article written by Juan Cabrerizo, SATE specialist and thermal insulation expert at Propamsa  The prices that electricity has reached in recent times have put many Spanish households on the ropes, as they have had to face record highs in their bills. In addition, forecasts indic

Renovating a luxury home in Spain is an investment that pays off.

In recent months, users of the home improvement portal Houzz have been looking for elements that will allow them to connect more with the outside world and reduce the stress experienced at home due to the confinement forced by the coronavirus pandemic.

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed life as we know it. On one hand, these times of confinement in Spain have served to show people new needs that are emerging at home and that there are also currently many spaces that do not work or need to be redesigned to adapt them to the new normal.

In times of coronavirus, those lucky enouch to have a terrace or balcony have some real treasure on their hands, and even more so, now that they will be used much more with the arrival of summer.

From open kitchens in dark tones to sustainable bedrooms, these photographs are the ones that have most enamoured Spaniards with their design and that will become a reference for decoration in Spain in 2020. Houzz, the leading platform for home decoration and renovation and a source of inspiration

Cleaning the bathroom is, without a doubt, one of the most demanding and usually least desirable household tasks.