
5 Ways to Utilize Your Home Addition
So, you’ve added more space to your home—now what?
Home additions can be exciting, but overwhelming when you are unsure how to fill it.
The beauty of the process is you can customize and tailor the space to your wants and needs.
Read onto learn 5 functional, yet creative ways to utilize your new square footage.
1. Sunroom

A sunroom/screened-in porch/greenhouse is a valuable, functional addition to add to your home. This type of addition brings the liveliness of the outdoors into your home–without the bugs! Year-round (yes, you can use a portable heater in the winter) you can utilize the space for entertaining, relaxation, casual dining, or even your “outdoor” office!
Read more about the health benefits of sunrooms here.
2. Extra Bedroom
Ideal for families who don’t have a guest room or just need an extra bedroom for whatever reason–building a home addition for the purpose of making an extra bedroom increases the home resale value significantly. Whether the bedroom is used for sleeping or as a part-time office, adding extra square footage to your home is a plus.
Read more about the increase an extra bedroom can give to your home resale value here.
3. Home Gym/Yoga Studio

This cost-effective option for physical fitness encourages a healthier lifestyle as working out is within a step’s reach. No more monthly gym membership fees or commuting costs. The space you create is also fully customizable based on your fitness goals and preferences.
Read for more ideas of how to fill your home gym here.
4. Breakfast Nook



Having a calming, escape-like room in your home will benefit you in ways you don’t even know! Built-in shelving, cozy seating… what else can you ask for? Home libraries are great for students needing a quiet space to study or just someone looking for a space in their home to de-stress.
Read about how to perfect your home library here.
5. Home Office



Having a calming, escape-like room in your home will benefit you in ways you don’t even know! Built-in shelving, cozy seating… what else can you ask for? Home libraries are great for students needing a quiet space to study or just someone looking for a space in their home to de-stress.
Read about how to perfect your home library here.