Most households reach a stage where they require a little bit more room, but with property prices being what they are, selling and buying something bigger is not always the best option, especially if you’re on a budget.
Fortunately, there are other ways in which you can conjure up a little extra legroom…
It may not be the cheapest option, but an extension is certainly the most permanent for when you require a new room instead of a patch of lawn outside. And don’t forget that an extra room (regardless of what it’s used for) not only adds more indoor space, but also enhances your lifestyle.
Many rooms don’t necessarily need to be used exclusively for their intended purpose. With office equipment becoming smaller each year, it’s the norm these days to include a little working space in the corner of, say, the bedroom or underneath a staircase, instead of resorting to one separate study or home office.
Yes, you may not be able to sleep or bath there, but an outdoor terrace conjures up more space for outdoor relaxing and socialising, especially when you start adding some furniture and a braaier…
You won't be the first person who's transformed an outdoor terrace into an indoor living room (or bedroom, or dining room… ). Just be careful about the location of the terrace and the function of the room it's going to become – you don't want to insert a bathroom that opens up onto the kitchen, for example!
Why not turn two rooms into one? Yes, this is more along the lines of creating the illusion of space than actual space, but how much better is an open-plan layout of, say, a kitchen and living room instead of having each one in its own separate room, especially if they’re rather tiny?
Plus, with that wall gone, it offers more legroom for movement or décor…
Yes, your car needs a resting space as well, but what if you don't have one? Or are perfectly happy with that covered parking area outside? Then we say why not?
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Fortunate enough to have high ceilings in your house? Why not turn that top part into a loft or mezzanine, which can be a great new space for anything from storage and sleeping to bathing and lounging.
Just be sure to include a sturdy and safe ladder or staircase!
Speaking of stairs, let’s see some Inventive ways to use that wasted space under your stairs.
