All Homes Remodeled in Skyrim Special Edition: Explore the Complete Guide to Remodeling Homes in Skyrim

Skyrim Special Edition offers players a range of homes that can be remodeled and customized to fit diverse playstyles and needs. Whether acquired through quests, purchased in major cities, or constructed from the ground up, each property presents unique remodeling opportunities. The Hearthfire DLC greatly expands customization, allowing for structural and interior design changes to various homes. Here’s a comprehensive overview of all the Skyrim SE homes you can remodel:

1. Breezehome (Whiterun): After purchasing from Proventus Avenicci, players can fully remodel the interior with a kitchen, alchemy lab, and children's bedroom after starting the "Dragon Rising" quest.
2. Honeyside (Riften): Obtainable after assisting Riften’s citizens, upgrades include kitchen, garden, enchantment room, and children’s room.
3. Proudspire Manor (Solitude): The largest city home, allowing remodeling of bedrooms, alchemy/enchanting labs, and suites.
4. Vlindrel Hall (Markarth): Offers upgrades for living quarters, kitchen, and enchanting space.
5. Hjerim (Windhelm): Requires completion of “Blood on the Ice.” Upgradable with multiple remains clean-up, alchemy/enchanting spaces, bedroom, and armory.

Beyond these, the Hearthfire expansion unlocks the option to build and extensively remodel three unique plots:

1. Lakeview Manor (Falkreath): Customizable with multiple wings (library, alchemy tower, armory, bedrooms, etc.), exterior gardens, greenhouses, and fish hatcheries.
2. Windstad Manor (Hjaalmarch): Features similar modular remodeling, including an animal pen, fish hatchery, and various wings.
3. Heljarchen Hall (The Pale): Offers greenhouse, enchanting tower, storage, bard’s bedrooms, and other upgrades.

As a designer, when I approach Skyrim’s housing system, I treat each property as a blank canvas. Whether transforming the spare quarters of Vlindrel Hall into a bespoke alchemy lab or carefully balancing form and function in a sprawling manor, I always look for smart, immersive design choices that fit the character’s lifestyle. If you’re inspired by Skyrim and seeking real-world creative tools, it’s fascinating how modern technology has made it easy to bring your dream projects to life—just as you would with a room planner in the real world.

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Before you remodel, think about your character’s roleplay needs—do you need more storage, a space for followers, or displays for trophies? Approach each home’s layout to maximize both aesthetics and functionality, just like you would when planning a real interior renovation.

FAQ

Q: Can you remodel every purchasable house in Skyrim Special Edition?

A: Yes, every major city house offers interior upgrades, and Hearthfire homes allow extensive floor plan remodeling and decoration.

Q: What is the difference between city homes and Hearthfire homes in terms of remodeling?

A: City homes allow specific room upgrades, while Hearthfire homes let you design and build wings, outbuildings, and choose specialized workspaces.

Q: How do I unlock remodeling options for Breezehome?

A: After completing “Dragon Rising” in Whiterun, you can buy Breezehome and purchase upgrades from Proventus Avenicci.

Q: Are there any benefits to fully upgrading homes beyond aesthetics?

A: Yes, upgrades can provide additional storage, display space, crafting stations, and facilities for followers or adopted children.

Q: Can I change remodeling choices after building a Hearthfire manor?

A: No, once you’ve added a wing to a Hearthfire home, its purpose cannot be changed without restarting the building process on a new save.