I BOUGHT A HOME! empty condo tour in downtown vancouver | JENerationDIY

You probably can't switch the sides of sink and stove because of piping etc, but if you'll open the wall, I would invest in a nice, sleak and minimal stovetop and oven that gets installed in the cabinets. They're not usually that much more expensive than those big, chunky kind of stoves that the apartment now has and the nicer look will definitely pay it's worth back :)

Hardwood floors with rugs is the move!! You can change them out to match any aesthetic and I think it looks cleaner and more modern! (ps carpet can also trigger dust allergies sooo)

i think you should knock down the wall in the kitchen so that it'll seem spacious! for the flooring, I personally think you should do hardwood just because it's easier to clean and looks neat- if you want cozy vibes add some rugs. you should keep the sliding mirror in the big bedroom, and renovate the bathrooms. I'm so excited to see what you do with your condo!! <3

Whatever you do, do not take out the limited storage you have. Everyone always says "it will open it up the room", but if youre constantly tripping over your vacuum or whatever bc you no good place to put it, your home will feel too small. Even a 2k sqft house will feel too small if you can't store any tools or christmas decorations or winter coats or a mop bucket. With good, organized storage, 600sqft can feel spacious.

This is such a big step in your life and we are so proud of you!!!

Couple of thoughts! Try to blur your window view in the videos because it’s very easy to determine what building you live in. As a single gal safety thing please be mindful and careful of this! With respect to the Reno’s look into small space living solutions. You might want to keep that storage room/corner where things go to die as a pantry/closed storage. Small spaces look cluttered very easily so closed storage keeps things looking clean and minimal. Also think about air conditioning solutions for the summer. I’ve lived downtown in those older buildings with giant windows and if you don’t have an AC unit you will be cooked alive inside. Considering how we had the heat dome last summer it’s a worthy investment. Think about creature comforts first and fit design aesthetic into it afterwards, something may look nice but if it’s not functional as well it’s likely to cause more regrets down the line. Good luck with your reno!

Definitely hardwood floors (with some cozy rugs ofcourse!). Have you thought about maybe making the guest bedroom your office? With lots of plants a large desk and then a couch that can also be turned into a bed or is just big enough to sleep on in general when you have guests over?

Omg it’s gorgeous! If I was you I would 100% knock down the wall separating the kitchen and living room to let in more light and those gorgeous views! You could even move the oven and make the other side of it a breakfast bar but maybe that’s a bit to drastic 😅 anyway have fun renovating I bet it will look great! :)

Life goals to purchase a house/condo in your 20"s!!! I am so proud of you, Jen

i am officially so invested in this condo glow up journey! can't wait to see what you do with the place and congrats! big boss move to own a condo in dt vancouver! :O

Your condo is amazing! I bet after a few weeks it’ll look way more gorgeous because of your creativity!

So many questions for you, especially since I'm not familiar with condos. 1) Are you sure you can move walls? Seemed like quite a few had sprinkler systems in them and you'd think that would include more water piping that your average home. 2) Are you going to keep the carpet? Personally, carpet is a detriment to my mold allergies so I'm never a huge fan, but it does provide warmth in the winter & sound dampening properties. 3) Does your building have a large freight elevator? I'm curious how you'd get materials & appliances out when you change them. 4) I know you mentioned possibly having a roommate in the future - ever thought of turning the solarium into an office in the meantime? When I had roommates, I had my desk in my room and I spent an ungodly amount of time in my room - between using my desk & sleeping, etc. You might end up spending all day in one room which isn't really healthy, mentally. 5) Are you allowed to rewire/move ceiling lights? (Even through an electrician) I'm curious what you'd choose for new pieces.

can't wait to see every DIY renovation videos!!

As some who lives busing, well, skytrain distance from that general area, I know the insane pricing and am extra proud! My broke butt could never- goals!! It's crazy to see a YouTuber I watch so often live so close, makes me wonder if I passed you by at some point 🤯

It’s so funny to hear Americans call a 30 year old building old! Very excited to see how you renovate the place and I actually think I like the green windows, they’re unique :) Edit: I obviously know that any kind of building needs updates every once in a while. I just meant that where I’m from most houses are at least 50 years old and many are even older (built in the late 1800’s and early 1900’s) which is why it was funny to hear!

It’s so cute how your mom is filming it makes it more comfortable or vogue if that makes sense lol! congrats!! 😊

hardwood floors 100%, better for resale and cleaning and you can buy rugs

this is so exciting for you!! i’m glad we get to watch the progression of it and all your adulting! i was wondering- would u want to turn the death closet into the laundry space? then you can have a pantry in the kitchen and still keep the entry closet. just a thought! but i’m so happy for you and congrats on being a homeowner!!!!

I havent been on your channel for over a year (barely any YT in fact), but coming back to see ur progression is astounding! I've been following you for about 7 years now and I'm soo proud of how far you've come! You deserve this and everything more. Can't wait to see the renovation vlogs

Congratulations, can't wait for the coming reno videos, I'm so excited for you xx