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When homebuyers state that they’re looking for ‘charm’, they typically mean they’re seeking a property with a long history and character features galore.

Such home buyers would probably out and out disregard anything built in this century if they had the choice.

Unfortunately, there are many problems with buying an older house that young and cash-strapped buyers simply aren’t equipped to deal with, including the need for extensive renovations and ongoing costly maintenance.

So, eventually, those homeowners come to new builds with their tails between their legs and an imminent sense of doom. It’s a sad state of affairs for everyone, but guess what – your new build deserves better, and so do you.

In truth, even homes built recently have every potential to be as charming as you need them to be. Simply keep on reading to find out how to fill your modern property with bucket loads of character.

Step 1: Think About Colour Schemes

Often, modern properties will have pretty bland colour schemes because that’s what is easiest for developers. But, there’s no reason why you need to stick with neutrals just because you’re living in a modern space. In truth, you can have a lot of fun with colours, no matter the age of your home.

Top options for adding character to your new build might include bright and bold wall colours or the use of wallpaper feature walls with funky designs. Equally, you could keep your colours as they are, and play around with bold pops of colour across your decor, all of which will add a real sense of cosy character to the space.

Step 2: Add Your Own Features

Older properties typically have character thanks to the presence of key features like brick walls and wooden ceiling beams, but guess what? Nothing is stopping you from incorporating these in a newer home.

There’s not much you can’t do with the right materials. There are certainly plenty of wooden beams out there, and you can easily cut them to size using a measuring tape and a corded circular saw. Brick walls can be a little harder in modern interiors that don’t always incorporate this material, but you can buy thin slices of brick called brick slips that look just as good as the real thing.

Step 3: Choose Cottagecore Accessories

If you stripped a cottage and filled it with sleek modern accessories, it’d look pretty much like any other new build. Equally, if you bring a load of antique furnishings into a modern home, you’ll end up with a characterful, cottagecore space.

Shopping for antique accessories and even choosing modern distressed furniture, can be incredibly effective. As simple as that, stepping into your new home will feel like transporting to a cottage in the most unexpected ways.

New builds might not be the first thing you think of when you talk about charm in your potential property, but trust us when we say that character comes as much from you as it does from the home you choose!

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