Some extra square footage can boost your home's value and give your family more room to spread out comfortably. Before you work with a general contractor on a home addition, decide what to use the space for and tailor the design to your needs. Here are some common choices that add value to a home.

What Should You Do With a Home Addition?

1. Set Aside Space for You

Having a specific room away from the rest of the house can make it much easier to concentrate. For work, build a home office; for other activities, you might want a hobby room or a man cave. These rooms probably need custom shelving for related equipment, materials, and documents.

2. Balance Beds & Baths

A balanced home design has about one bathroom for every two bedrooms, rounded up. For example, a two-bedroom home should have one bathroom, and a three- or four-bedroom home should have two. If your ratio is off, use a home addition to add more bedrooms or bathrooms to correct it. You can also add both if you simply need more rooms for a larger family. Alternatively, use the space to expand existing bedrooms and bathrooms for a more luxurious layout.

3. Entertain Guests

A comfortable sitting area can make a home more welcoming for friends and neighbors. Try adding a sunroom to enjoy the view in any weather, or design a classic parlor with beautiful furnishings. You can also create a space for the kids to play with friends, like a toy room or a den.

If you want to create a home addition in Capon Bridge, WV, choose Hampshire Home Builders. Serving the Eastern Panhandle and Shenandoah Valley for over 33 years, they create custom buildings like log cabins and steel homes. Visit their website to see past projects, and call (304) 856-3875 to get started.