In the video "3 Years Later: My Biggest Home Reno Regrets & What I Would Change," the host gives a tour of his home, sharing what he would do differently after living there for three years [
00:00]. He notes that his once-aesthetic home is now messier and more "lived-in," especially after getting a dog [
00:31], [
01:10].
Here is a summary of his main renovation regrets:
- Assuming Pipes Were Fine: His biggest regret was not checking the pipes in his resale flat before sealing everything up [02:00]. This led to a pipe bursting in the kitchen and a water heater issue in the bathroom, causing a huge mess [02:20], [02:27].
- Not Enough Storage: He severely underestimated his need for storage and didn't plan for the items he would accumulate over the years [03:00]. This resulted in him buying extra cabinets and cramming things into his DB box [03:31].
- No Dedicated Appliance Space: He regrets not planning built-in or concealed spaces for kitchen appliances like his microwave and air fryer, which now clutter the countertop [05:36]. He also feels open shelving can look very messy [06:00].
- Too Few Power Points: He wishes he had installed more power points, especially in the kitchen, to avoid the hassle of constantly plugging and unplugging different appliances [07:25].
- No Ceiling Fan: As someone who dislikes air conditioning, he regrets not installing a ceiling fan in the living room, which he finds gets stuffy [07:52].
- Lack of Lighting Variety: While he likes his track lights, he wishes he had planned for more lighting options, such as a mix of warm and white lights to create different ambiances or for filming [11:32], [11:43].
- Dining Table: He removed his dining table because he rarely used it and it took up too much space [12:13]. He wishes he had installed a space-saving, pull-out table instead [12:24].
- No Proper Utility Space: He doesn't have a dedicated spot for his clothes steamer [13:11] or a place to dry his hair, leading to a messy station with wires in his bedroom [14:16].
- Rounded Sink: While he still likes the aesthetic, he mentions his mother's complaint that the rounded bathroom sink is very difficult to clean at the back [15:34].
- Matte Black Fittings: He notes as a concern (though not a personal regret) that matte black fittings can be prone to wear and tear, with paint chipping over time [16:14], [16:21].