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As Time Goes By, And Your Family Starts Growing!!!
A Few Extra Room Additions May Be Needed... Right.

So a first floor room additions design might be the go.

Why you might be asking yourself.

It's quite simple.... MONEY!!!

And, lots of it.

For starters...

A house that was acceptable nine years ago, now lacks in room space... Right!!!

So a great option might be, to add a first floor addition.

There are a few reason behind this decision, and they are...

You can add a sun room, family room, or a new lager kitchen as per your needs.

If not...

There's another alternative to this problem... how about an attic or a basement addition instead.

However, this will add to the cost of a first floor addition.

The Best Way To Create A First Floor Room Addition Is... By
Using Timber Frames And Trusses As A Foundation Base.

With your first floor addition design, don't just think about the space requirements and the interior decor... it's also
 worth paying circumspection to the aesthetics of the exterior.

Remember... to match the first floor addition with the rest of the house.

Why?

A house that has a mismatched look!!! will always achieve a lower market value when it's up for sale, plus
buyers will be few and far between.

Although you have increased the floor area of your home, the overall value will drop! leading to a big financial hit.

For this reason, careful analysis of the exterior and interior should be taken into account, with your new first floor additions design.

Here Are A Few First Floor Room Additions Exterior Designs To Think About:

The first one that comes to mind is... Aesthetics:

Why?

Well, its so important to remember, the first thing that catches a person eye is... the exterior aesthetics.

So, with that in mind... the first floor addition should be of equal size to the exterior of a home.

Otherwise, it will stick out like a... sore thumb.

Also, remember to match the doors and windows to your new extension... it's so important.

If an exterior door has a hand craft pattern on it, then mimic a appropriate door for that extension.

Plus, don't forget to use corresponding brickwork or timber fascia!!! this will also enrich the aesthetic looks of the exterior.

The Next Thing That Comes To Mind Is... Roofing:

Roofing would have to be one of the most important things to consider in a first floor additions design.

Why?

Well, it has to do with the roof blending in with the existing roof lines, plus the arch ends to the exterior walls!!!
should all be symmetry with the roof lines.

A great design to use with this extension is... A Gable Roof.

Subject to your existing roof pitch, you can select another type of design, to suit your needs.

Remember... matching your new roof pitch is a must!!! with your old one.

Why?

This guarantees your new roof covering... concurs with the old one.

When a roof directly attaches to the old one, this could prevent a visible seam. So the best thing to do is sheathe
the entire roof.

Here Are A Few Options You Should Consider!!! When You Are Ready To Dress Your Flooring:

The cheapest option by far is... carpeting, then wooden or ceramic floor tiles!!! they look so much better and are
easier to maintain. But, they cost so much more.

Remember, only if its within your budget... then go for it.

Why?

It will add so much value to your home.

Another Important Factor To Consider Is, What Type Of Heating & Cooling Will Best Suit Your Budget:

Attention to details are a must!!! when dealing with cooling and heating requirements.

The first thing that comes to mind is...

The capacity of the system. Will the cooling and heating system be able to work in a satisfactory manner with the appended space.

What's the point... I hear you saying to yourself.

Well, you might need to upgrade the cooling and heating system to cope with the extra floor area... for starters.

If not... then a separate heating and cooling system is required to do the job.

Then There Is The Electrical Side Of Things:

Is there adequate space available in the electrical panel.

Why you might be asking yourself.

Well, to start with!!!

You may need to add up to... six new circuits breakers inside the electrical panel.

This can be done in a number of ways, either by adding a bigger main inside the circuit panel, or install a sub-panel.

As you can see...

A First Floor Room Additions Design, Needs A Lot Of Thought And Input
Before You Start.

The main points to keep in mind are!!!

How your first floor addition will solve that extra room space, you so desperately required.

Furthermore... it will increase the value of your home in the property market.

"Important NOTE!!!" Information Provided On This Website Is Intended For "GENERAL INFORMATION ONLY!!!" And Must Be Only Be Used Only As A "GUIDE!!!" It Must Not Be Used For Decision Making, Or Be Used For Any Building Purposes Or Legal Proceedings. Refer To Our Policies On The Website.