Polysmiths’ view on property investments in 2026

The budget has just passed, it is time to think about better ways to invest in your property.

2nd September 2025

Polysmiths propose bold, crafted, unexpected architecture and interior for long-term property investment

The Autumn Budget is near. The property market is cooling. Most people are pausing, waiting for clarity.

But here's what I've learned: here's an opportunity for those willing to invest smarter, not safer.

The "white box" strategy doesn't work anymore. For years, homeowners are taught to 'paint it white, appeal to everyone'. But click around on The Modern House, you'll find today's buyers desiring warmth, texture, spaces that are memorable and feel 'lived-in'.

This house project you are embarking on may require all your life's savings and more. So let's be pragmatic, you need it to add value.

That's where bold, crafted, unexpected makes the difference:

Bold - simple, direct solutions that solve real problems (more light, better flow, good feng shui)
Crafted - focus on paying attention to details everyone can appreciate
Unexpected - spaces that are unique and memorable, just 'wow'

At Polysmiths, our clients who invested in bold, crafted, unexpected design sold in 3 months at 12.5% above asking. Not because they got lucky. Because they chose to stand out.

If you're feeling uncertain, let's talk. The Budget is looming, the market feels unpredictable. But waiting for the "right time" often means missing the opportunity to do something exceptional.

Do you think "white box" interiors still sell in 2025, or are buyers looking for something bolder?