In the not-so-distant past, our homes were treated as a place we visited between work, school, recitals and practices of all kinds. Families felt lucky if they could share a quick meal together. With COVID everything changed including how we use our homes. Although we might not be working as much from home and kids are back at school, many families have found they enjoy staying home and want to rethink how they use it. Because of this home additions have become one of the most popular types of remodeling projects.
Add A New Room
Master Suite Additions
Master suite additions with plenty of amenities are one of the most asked for remodels. If done correctly, a new master suite can add serious value to your home. Nothing takes a master suite to the next level like a spa bathroom. Luxurious fixtures and amenities, such as radiant-heat flooring, steam shower and freestanding tub are just a few items that up the ante. In a master suite a walk-in closet is a must.
Home Office
Working from home is something more and more companies are allowing their employees to do. In fact, a new generation of workers are saying that the work-from-home option is a perk that will make them choose an employer. Your home office should be a comfortable space that inspires creativity, productivity, and organization. An added bonus? Home offices are generally tax deductible. You can often write off building a home office and even deduct part of your household expenses from your taxes.
Four Season Room
A four season room allows you to experience the beauty of the outdoors without subjecting yourself to harsh temperatures, inclement weather or hungry bugs. To determine the best kind of design, it’s important to tell us how your family will actually use the room. Is it a place you want to sit and quietly enjoy the views and natural beauty of your property? Are you looking to create a dramatic dining area? Or is it a space that you want to set aside for children to play? The way you want to use your sunroom will have an impact on not only the size of the room, but also its location and style.
A Bump Out Could Be What You Need
A bump out is used when you want to enlarge an existing room. For example, if your kitchen is too small you might consider bumping it out to accommodate more cabinetry, a pantry, an island or eating area. Full bathrooms are much more useful and attractive to potential home buyers than a powder room. A bump out can give you enough room to put in a shower or tub. You can turn your family room into a great room by expanding it to include a media center, wet bar and entertaining area.
Second Floor Additions
It could be because of COVID or simply because the family has grown, but second floor additions are quite popular. Homeowners want to add more bedrooms, bathrooms, laundry rooms and study areas to their ranch homes which constitutes a whole new floor. Instead of having to move, a second floor home addition can give you exactly the room you want designed especially for your family. These additions can enhance the inside and outside of your home giving it greater value.
Our architectural designers would be happy to discuss how best to add on to your home. Give us a call at 630-969-858 to schedule a free in-home consultation.