[Harlan Chinn]

It's never advisable to make something into something that it isn't. Like someone slapping the "Turbo" script on a modified 911. Practicing in the architectural profession for some 20 years now, the only projects that really repay themselves are the most costly to do initially. Those are the bathroom(s) and the kitchen. The key in those rooms are not to go "overboard" with materials, finishes and appliances. Unless you plan on enjoying them for a period of time before moving on. Be sure that everything is done to code and done neatly.