What Would You Do With An Upstairs Addition?

If you are considering remodeling your home and want to include an upstairs addition, what would you do with it? You may wish to create a whole new room, where overnight guests could stay, or perhaps it would be a great nursery for your growing family. A playroom for the kids is also a possibility. You could also make it into an entertainment room which is something that most homeowners can only dream of. Last but not least is creating a relaxing space, where you can have parties, or use for reading books where you can enjoy some much needed peach and quiet. Perhaps you want it for all of the above and to be able to take a nap afterward! What would you do with an upstairs addition?

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Relaxing in the sun

A two-story addition is very popular because you get to play around with the roof. You don’t have to keep the roof how it is, because if you have space for an area which is sheltered and some of it is able to be converted into a terrace, you might now be able to have a relaxation room. The part that isn’t sheltered can be a place to have tea, sunbathe or just watch the sunset at night. Consider this kind of double storey extension and see the architectural genius yet simplicity that’s behind it. It’s amazing how you can just call in the experts to have one look at your property and have a drawn-out plan which could take a few weeks to build. The professionals are very open to your opinion and they will let you know about their expertise. 

A game room

A two-story extension is begging to be made into a games room. Tired of your kids making a racket downstairs when you’re trying to entertain your guests? Then converting your second story home into one which has a classic and modern games room could put an end to the conflict. It would include it is very own internet connection, which could mean that you can play video games online without interfering with the rest of the house. It should also be made into an open space, so you can play physical games like ping pong, pool and possibly even virtual reality games. Consider placing classic arcades in the room. The room should obviously be an open plan, with no walls but only for a hidden bathroom in the design.

An extra bedroom

In order to convert your second story into one giant bedroom, you need additional infrastructure. Plumbing and wiring are of key importance to get right. The roof will need to be strengthened and the floorboards need to be reinforced. In fact, the beam supports may also need to be fully replaced to hold up the additional weight. However, once this is taken care of now you can focus on creating a brilliant bedroom. Start off by considering what the shape of the ceiling will be, which will limit where you can place the bed and shower or toilet.

A second story expansion is a great idea, especially for homes that are in urban neighborhoods. The additional chance of having a terrace to watch over the neighborhood and relax is too tempting to sidestep.  So, what would you do with an upstairs addition?