A Home that Keeps Growing? There's Nothing Magic About it!
Tuesday, March 28, 2017
We all want to find our forever home. You know; that place where
we can grow old. Every house move is an attempt to get closer to that space.
And, each time, we think we’ve found it. But then, circumstances change and that
forever home doesn’t look like it’ll work anymore.
One such change is that you need more space. It’s never nice
when we outgrow our homes. It can happen for a variety of reasons. It may be
that you have another family member on the way. Or, maybe you’ve changed work
and need a study or office space. Whatever the reason, the prospect of moving is
never nice. Aside from the fact that you considered this your forever home,
there are the costs. And, one thing you can be sure of is that a bigger house is
going to come with a larger price tag. But, what if we were to tell you that you
could stay where you are, and still have more space. All it takes a little out
of the box thinking!
Outside Space
Outside space is the best way to make more room in your house.
If you already have an outhouse, turn it into a living space. With a little
work, you could add a few new rooms this way. You could even convert it into an
annexe. If you’re going down this route, make sure to get appropriate permissions. You’ll need to declare that you’ll be
using the space as residential. If you’re not extending, though, getting
permission shouldn’t be difficult. If you don’t have an outhouse to play with,
consider building your own. There’s no denying that this won’t come cheap, but
it’ll be a lot cheaper than moving house. And, you don’t need to go all out. You
can make the space as small or large as you want it. As long as you know your
budget, it’s a goal you should be able to achieve.
Think Cost
Talking of budget, it’s important you consider how you’re going
to pay for the extra space. Making space may well be cheaper than buying a new
house, but it’s still going to cost you. Even so, something like a new arrival
will not wait for you to save enough money. If you’re working to a time limit,
it may be necessary to look into loans for home improvement to ensure you can afford the work.
It’s also worth shopping around for the cheapest deals, and doing as much work
yourself as possible. Any savings are worth making.
Make the Most of Every Room
If an outhouse build isn’t on the cards, it’s important you make the most of every room. It’ll surprise you how much extra
space this can afford you. If it’s an office you’re after, turn your spare room
into a sleeping/working area with the incorporation of a sofa bed. Clearing out the clutter in spaces like the garage will also
give you a lot more room to play with.
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