Are you undertaking a renovation project that involves a home extension? If so, you might wonder how big your house extension should be. In this post, we’re going to give a quick run-through of things to consider to determine the size of your home extension. Keep on reading to learn more!
5 Things To Consider When Determining the Size of Your Extension
When it comes to determining how big you should build your house extension, there are five primary factors that you should take into consideration. These factors include:
1). Available Space of Land
How much space is actually available? You definitely don’t want to build an extension that leaves your home extension feeling cramped for space and without enough natural light.
With that said, the first and most important factor to consider would be how much land you have to work with for the extension. If space is limited, an experienced Design and Built Team can help come up with creative ways to maximise the available space without sacrificing quality.
2). Budget
It’s important to consider your budget and what you’re ready to spend when planning for a house extension because it could translate to a difference in size and design.
3). Regulations
Every home extension project is different and unique. Have you considered that you will need a Building Permit? Your home extension may also require Town Planning. How big are you allowed to build? Are there any easements? Plus there are other factors that will need to be considered. That being said, this is another reason as to why engaging an experienced Design and Build Team who have decades of experience with dealing with Building Surveyors and Councils and handling the applications required. This will be how you achieve optimal results from your extension project.
4). Intended Use of The Extension
Where do you plan to build your extension? Are you extending your kitchen, your living room, adding some additional bedrooms perhaps? What is the exact use of the new space? Determine your requirements first, so that your home extension design can be tailored to your needs.
5). Personal Preference
If budget and regulations permit, it all comes down to your personal preference. How big a space do you desire? What is your architectural style? Do you enjoy large, airy, open spaces or small and intimate ones? Working with a professional can help you achieve your dream home extension that suits your lifestyle.
Final Thoughts
There’s a lot to consider before you decide how big your house extension should be. However, a major factor is choosing the right professional.
Contact Period Extensions & Designs Today!
Period Extensions & Designs boasts an experienced and talented Design and Build Team. We will help you to consider all the necessary factors, both practically and from a design perspective to give you a home extension that suits you perfectly.
Please call us today at Period Extensions & Designs on (03) 8658 1340 or make an enquiry.