Many clients come to us in a predicament—they’re happy in their home, but they’d like modifications to improve functionality. Do you want to turn your existing space into the home of your dreams? If you love the things you can’t change about your home—the neighborhood, schools, commutes and nearby conveniences—but want to increase livable square footage, an addition may be the perfect solution. Additions allow you to transform your home into the perfect fit for your lifestyle, taste and budget.
Some people are unsure whether they want to add on or remodel. In reality, adding on actually involves remodeling. Whether you’re expanding your kitchen, or adding an independent room–like a master suite or home office–both projects require moderate changes to the existing home to provide entry and connection to utilities. This is why the planning stages should focus on the best way to seamlessly add the desired square footage to your existing space. The goal is typically to make the sure the boundary between the existing structure and the addition is impossible to recognize.
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Benefits of home additions:
- Improves the functionality of the existing space
- Adapts the home to a family’s changing needs
- Modifies flow to support daily living
- Increases square footage
- Adds natural light, extra amenities and many other perks
Common reasons for adding on include:
- Upgrading to a master bedroom
- Expanding the kitchen
- Adding a family room
- Adding sunrooms
- Adding garages
- Building up, with two-story additions
What has value in home additions?
If you’re considering an addition, you probably don’t need to be told how much your family could benefit from the extra square footage. However, return on investment and how the finished result affects resale value is a critical factor to consider as well. Remodeling Magazine’s Cost vs. Value Report breaks down the value of midrange home additions in the mid-Atlantic region. These estimates are specific to the Richmond area:
- Bathroom addition—52.4%
- Family room addition—51%
- Master bedroom addition—49.4%
- Garage addition—59%
- Sunroom addition—53%
- Two-story addition—55%
Additions & the unexpected advantage
Putting on an addition completely changes the way an entire home functions. From the flow of the home to the way other rooms function—everything is improved. These unexpected impacts change the way your home allows you to live. So naturally, you’ll be faced with some challenges like how to redecorate and repurpose furniture, décor and other items impacted by the new layout in your home. All of this should be considered during the planning stages of the project. Most importantly, remember that an addition is a whole-house renovation.
Custom additions & remodeling services
Let us help you decide the best solution to meet your needs. It’s possible you don’t need an addition, and can achieve your goals with a little remodeling. There is only one place to start—a conversation. The Highland Builder’s team will listen to your vision and challenges, then work with you to create a plan that fits your unique situation. Our process is straightforward and flexible, with a primary goal of exceeding your expectations.
You don’t have to be ready for construction to talk with us—start a dialogue about turning your home into your dream home—contact Highland Builders today at 804-449-6006.
