So you’re planning a home extension? We’ve put together a list of seven smart extension ideas that we hope will inspire you, from bringing the outside in to rising above it all.
1) Bring the outside in
Us Australians are outdoor lovers, and our homes reflect that. Living rooms that open right up to the outside are hugely popular, but we particularly like this design with a row of plants on the inside to visually connect the room to the garden.
2) Add a deck
Adding a deck to your extension gives you an extra living area that you’ll use a lot more than you might think! In our great climate you can enjoy meals and other activities on the deck virtually all year round.
3) Build a studio
Building a studio in the garden to create extra space is a popular choice for those looking for a home office, teenage accommodation or a parent’s retreat. The distance from the house can add privacy (and reduce noise if your teenager is learning to play drums!).
4) Rise above it all
If your house is on a sloping block, a raised extension can give you the extra space you need without taking away from your outdoor space. In fact, it can create a whole new usable, sheltered space.
5) Mix it up
An extension is an opportunity to make your own design stamp on your home. Many home owners are choosing to create interesting contrast using a mix of old and new, bright and dark or hard and soft materials and textures.
6) Get to work
More and more of our customers want to add home offices to their houses these days as busy families want more organisation and dedicated space for work (or homework!).
7) Add a bathroom
It seems obvious, but an extra bathroom is sometimes not part of the plan when extensions are first discussed. Apart from adding serious resale value to the home, an extra bathroom can make life a lot easier for large families.
Over to you
Need some more info or advice on house extensions? Download our free Consumer Guide, call us on (02) 8765 1555, or send us a message using our contact form if outside of office hours.
Addbuild has over 40 years of experience building additions and extensions in the Sydney area and we’d love to help you turn your house into your dream home.
We offer a ‘concept-to-completion‘ service that includes experienced designers and the management of the Development Application process on your behalf.
All images in this post and more information on the specific projects can be found on the inspiration-inducing website Houzz
