Trilogy Agency’s - VIBE: Renovation Without Demolition

Most every home improvement program on network TV these days shows major demolition and massive changes to existing floor plans, as part of their ‘one hour’ transformational home makeovers.

In many of our blogs, we have written about our VIBE home makeovers and renovations, and about how our product replacements and upgrades will dramatically improve the homes of VIBE beneficiaries. We have been asked how is that possible without major demo?

We should remember that the overwhelming majority of homes that are selected to be part of the VIBE Home Makeover platform have existing floor plans that are already nicely designed. This is because we have elected to renovate homes no older than 45 years old.

Homes built after 1980 were designed by architects to be more modern, more contemporary, and more functional than those built in earlier eras.

Most homes designed since then already have larger kitchens, family rooms, main bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, and many already have more open floor plans than their predecessors.

Also, due to federal regulations, lead-based paint was banned from consumer use in 1978, so homes built post-1980, do not contain toxic, lead-based finishes.

There’s no question if our world included unlimited budgets and unlimited time, our platform would likely include some modest (or not-so-modest) revisions to existing footprints, in order to increase square footage, or adjust some parts of the home’s layout to be more preferable.

However, with a philanthropic, corporate-funded platform, and collapsed renovation windows (six days for each VIBE Select makeover, 12 days start-to-finish for each VIBE Flagship reno), extraordinary improvements can be bestowed to our selected VIBE families-in-need, without major footprint modifications.

New custom exterior and interior paint and trim can transform an existing house into a stunning home. Accent features and walls can be added to spotlight an important part of a room. Extensive landscaping, including cleanup and planting of new flowers, shrubbery, trees, and plants can positively impact the curb appeal. A new HVAC system and solar technology are considerably easier to install with an existing floor plan. New replacement windows, that are simply installed into existing window frames, make the home more energy efficient, and visually appealing.

Updated flooring throughout the home can dramatically change the look and functionality of existing living spaces. Modern kitchen upgrades, including new or refaced cabinetry, upgraded countertops, and new appliances can bring beautiful visual and functional changes to the hub of the home. Bathrooms can be transformed into more modern environments without changes to the floor plans. New furniture in the main living areas and bedrooms, selected and placed by professional interior designers, can immediately transform the recipient’s home.

Additional upgrades, including Smart Home technology, custom closets, designer window treatments, beautiful interior and exterior lighting, new modern ceiling fans, and an array of finishing touches (artwork, home décor, mirrors, plants, linens, lamps, clocks, shelving, throw pillows, and household treasures) provide a synergistic collection of accents that are sure to bring years of pleasure and renewed functionality to the renovated homes for the families.

Exterior upgrades, in addition to painting and landscaping, may include new gutters (and gutter protection), outdoor furniture, fencing, pavers, therapeutic spa, lanai or patio, outdoor shed, and more.

ALL of these improvements and upgrades listed are possible (and scheduled) to occur without any major demolition. (This is not to say we won’t ever consider removing a simple interior wall, or other modest demo.)

With our condensed 6-to-12-day renovation timeframe, we are focused on improvements that won’t disrupt the VIBE families’ lives. Our goal is to provide stunning home makeovers, designed by professionals, at no cost to the homeowners or families in-need. All without the daunting process of floor plan modifications and major construction.

Funding for all VIBE Home Makeovers is graciously provided by our project partners, who contribute financial resources, home-related products with professional installation, and employee volunteer support.

To nominate yourself, or someone in need, visit the VIBE Home Makeover website (www.VibeHomeMakeover.com) and request a Nomination Form. Share the story about why the family or person you are nominating would be a good candidate. 

If the nominee is determined to be a viable candidate for a home makeover, they will be asked to complete a full application at a later date.

Trilogy Agency, a Tampa Bay area-based proprietary cause marketing firm acts as the developer and manager of the project.

For information about becoming a VIBE Partner, including exploring whether your business sector category is available, email Trilogy Agency (info@trilogy-agency.com).

All full-fledged VIBE partners are included in a multitude of public relations, media, marketing, and business development opportunities promoting the series.

Marshall G. Zotara

Senior Managing Director

Trilogy Agency