We bought a foreclosed home that was in rough shape. Needed work done on the floors, new kitchen, bath and basement. We are completely renovating the entire home very cost effectively..
Advice:
Do not remove walls with out original blue prints or a professional to determine if the walls are load baring. The entire home could collapse from removing its supports.
Opening up walls make a lot of difference and now since the style is open casual living.
If you are doing this on your own, then I am assuming that you have experience in remodeling. Nevertheless cannot wait to see how this will turn a new leaf. Good Luck guys!