Space issues are usually created when a family starts to grow; whether that be when a baby is born, two families blend, or friends or relatives are invited to stay on a permanent basis. Then there are those families who might have bought a home that was smaller than they desired due to budgetary constraints, and the time has come to expand.
Whatever the reason for space issues in a home, many people look straight towards relocating to a bigger property, even if they love where they are, and don’t necessarily want to move elsewhere. But, there are some instances when adding on to the home, or remodeling, can provide them with all the extra space they need, without the stress, cost, and hassle of relocating.
Could a total remodel solve your space issues?
Look carefully at the changing needs of your family or household, to help you determine whether remodeling your existing home is feasible, and would give you the desired results. Look at how many people you are trying to comfortably accommodate, what their lifestyle preferences are, and what their plans for the future may be.
Giving you the opportunity to reimagine the very layout of your home, a total remodelling enables you to remove walls, reconfigure rooms, and even add new ones, to make the most of the very flow and functionality of every living space.
You also get the chance to make upgrades to certain spaces that are used the most by the entire household, such as the bathroom and kitchen, by incorporating appliances that are more energy-efficient, adding modern amenities, and creating innovative storage solutions to both create, and save more space.
Finally, you can make your home look exactly as you want it to, with bold new colors, durable flooring that looks stunning, and stylish fixtures and finishes that add personality to every space.
Could a home addition solve your space issues?
Sometimes, all a family needs is one more room and all of their space issues would be solved. In this instance, an addition project might be the ideal and more affordable solution. From adding an entire second floor, to a single new bedroom, family bathroom or ensuite, the options are varied and although a lot may depend on the original structure and layout of your home (along with whether an addition is even permissible according to local building regulations), with a little imagination and professional creativity, homes can be expanded enough to keep everyone happy and comfortable.
You could even choose the type of home addition that expands area which already exist, to create more communal spaces for when entertaining or focusing on family time.
Whatever type of addition you choose to go ahead with, try to think in terms of how that space will move the times, and move with the needs of your family, so that it will remain useful and versatile for many years to come.
If your family is growing, or you want it to grow but don’t have the space to comfortably accommodate everyone in your existing home, you should talk to a local construction company who specialize in remodels and renovations. Talk to them about the current needs of your family, its future needs, and whether you should remodel your home to achieve more space, or plan an addition. They can help you with the logistics and give you ideas as to how much either project might cost. If you love your home but need more space, relocating may not be your only option.