On This Episode

Host Mélanie Berliet talks with Wendy Lau as she shares how she selects homes for renovation projects, where she decides to splurge versus save, her love of thrifting, and how she threw her plans out the window and went back to the drawing board when faced with unexpected costs when renovating her current home.

Meet Wendy Lau

Wendy Lau is a content creator based in Toronto, Canada where she lives with her husband, Kwan. She’s the creative mind behind @kwendyhome. There she showcases DIY decorating projects, home renovation ideas, and a love of house plants. An avid entertainer, Wendy also shares recipes and ideas for hosting at home. In addition to running her site, Wendy has worked as a flight attendant.

Advice from the Episode

Searching for your forever home can be stressful. Wendy shares some helpful advice for finding the right home in the right location.

Don’t Be Afraid of a Fixer-Upper

When buying a home, zero in on the neighborhood you’d like to be in. Then look for fixer-uppers that are often available at a lower price point.

Something to Think About When House Hunting

If you’re not excited when you first see a home, chances are it’s not the right house for you. Wendy encourages anyone looking for a home to think beyond the current layout and envision how you would use the space.

Know Your Deal Breakers When Buying a Home

For Wendy, location is the most important thing to consider when buying a home. When it comes to tackling a fixer-upper, there are certain structural things that can’t be changed—keep that in mind when planning a renovation.

What to Keep in Mind if You Like to Entertain

Choose the right finishes when tackling a renovation. If you like to entertain, look for durable materials that aren’t easily damaged.

Download the transcript for this episode. Visit Wendy’s website: thekwendyhome.com. Follow Wendy on Instagram and Facebook.