- Mwangi, from Gilgil, Nakuru, decided to become a home owner in 2022, embarking on a journey characterized by patience, resilience and dedication
- Mwangi set up a disciplined savings plan, setting aside KSh 30,000-40,000 every month to finance the construction of his three-bedroom bungalow
- His three-bedroom bungalow features a unique pitched roof, adding a modern aesthetic that Mwangi envisioned from the start
A Nakuru man has wowed Kenyans after sharing beautiful photos of the beautiful bungalow he recently completed building after embarking on the journey two years ago.
Mwangi, from Gilgil, narrated how his journey to become a home owner began in 2022 and it had taken every ounce of his patience, resilience and dedication to make it a reality.
In an interview with TUKO.co.kehe said he achieved this milestone after deciding to set aside KSh 30-40k every month, which he used to raise the three-bedroom house from the ground up.
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“I set myself a savings target. I would set aside KSh 30,000 or 40,000. I used these savings to prepare the land and buy materials like cement, sand and bricks to start construction,” he said.
Mwangi said the construction of the exterior of the house took a year before he started the finishing touches, which he said were more expensive.
“Building the house from scratch only cost me about KSh 450,000. It took me a year, and it’s been a year now, I’ve done the finishing touches and I’m happy because the project is complete,” he said.
Mwangi’s house has a unique pitched roof, giving it a modern touch, which was the aesthetic he wanted when he started the journey. The whole project cost him KSh 900,000.
“This journey has taken me patience, which is the advice I would give to anyone looking to become a homeowner. Have a savings plan and also be patient as the project takes shape. Even though I’ve already moved into my home, I’m still I furnish it with modern furniture, and it’s another process altogether,” he said.
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Kenyans celebrate Mwangi
When Mwangi started building the bungalow in 2022, he shared photos of the early stages of the process at the popular complex on the Facebook Dream Home and Building Forum.
He recently inspired many after giving an update of the finished project. Many congratulated him on a job well done:
Addy Opiacha said:
“Do you have aluminum frames on your windows and porch? Looks great. Congratulations.”
Florence Waichigo said:
“Congratulations. Looks awesome.”
Chris M Kariuki said:
“At least your dream came true. Some talk and accomplish nothing.”
Another young man built a house
In the meantime, YEN.com.gh earlier reported that a young Nigerian spent millions of naira to build a portable bungalow and people loved the result.
He recorded the moment the house was built from the ground up and how he invested heavily to give it the best stone-clad roof.
Source: TUKO.co.ke