As a builder, you don’t always hear about how someone’s home renovation is faring more than a decade after the project was completed. So it was particularly satisfying to see an enthusiastic comment on an Addbuild social media post from a former client still delighted with their home addition: “They’re great. Added 100s of thousands in value and quality to our house 12 years ago.” A quick check and we established that Bexley homeowners Bill and Anna had in fact built a second storey back in 2009, just after the Global Financial Crisis (GFC). Would they be interested to tell…
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The challenge of making the most of limited space is a frequent theme in home design, especially for small homes. However, with a little creativity and careful planning, you may turn your little living area into a cozy haven. Smart room upgrades are one excellent approach to accomplish this. In this comprehensive guide, we will look at an array of unique room addition ideas designed exclusively for compact homes, making sure that every square foot is optimized for usefulness and comfort. Vertical Expansion: Loft Spaces and Mezzanines Small homes usually lack horizontal space, but they can benefit from vertical room…
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Small homes are becoming more popular as individuals are more aware of their carbon footprint and strive to live a minimalist lifestyle. However, if you’re considering home remodeling in Wellesley, MA, you can find ways to add to your home that enhance your quality of life while maintaining a more minimalist lifestyle. The following remodeling services in Wellesley may be an excellent choice for your next project. A Sunroom Sunrooms make an excellent addition to small homes. This home remodeling in Massachusetts can give you a comfortable place for various purposes, such as a reading room, a breakfast nook,…
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For many homeowners taking on a major renovation, they are stepping into the unknown. Despite being Eileen and Pat’s second time, it was their first after moving to Australia nearly a decade ago, and a much bigger project than their attic conversion back in Ireland. They were nervous about removing the roof of their home in Lane Cove West to add a new storey. “The whole concept was quite new to us because these types of home addition are not at all common in Ireland”, Eileen notes. “Removing your roof and exposing your home is a scary prospect!” However, she…
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Looking to add a second storey to your Sydney home? Where you place the stairs for your new addition is almost certainly more critical than you think. We look at why, explaining the important aspects to consider to help you make the most from adding a new floor to your home. Planning a major renovation to expand your home is exciting, but the array of choices can be a little overwhelming. It’s easy to get lost in the details and, depending on the advice you get from the professionals you engage, you can overlook some of the fundamentals. One of…