If you want your home to look and feel luxurious, it might be worth considering the addition of a sunroom. A sunroom will add value, living space, and functionality to your home. A sunroom is typically a small home extension and is ideal for enjoying the warmth of sunshine, growing vibrant house plants, or relaxing while drinking your morning coffee or reading a book on a cozy evening.
Your family, friends, neighbours and guests will all admire and enjoy the additional living space, as well as the serene landscaped view it provides. If you’re considering building a sunroom for your home but are still on the fence, read on to learn our top reasons for adding a sunroom to your property.
Increase your Property Value – Sunrooms add a luxurious look and represent a slower and more relaxing lifestyle. Properties with sunrooms are typically priced higher and are more in demand in the world of real estate. Sunrooms also increase the square footage of living space and make a home appear larger and more upscale. These factors combined means that the addition of a sunroom can cause property value to increase significantly.
Create Additional Living Space – A home that is overly filled with furniture, fixtures and inhabitants can make it difficult to enjoy. By adding a sunroom to your home, you increase usable and functional space for you and your family. Sunrooms are perfect areas to relax and enjoy the natural light and fresh air it provides. Sunrooms can be used in a variety of ways, making them dynamic and flexible spaces that also provide the feel of a separate space while also bringing you closer to the beauty of nature and the outdoors.
Express Luxury – Most of us dream or have dreamt of a lavish home with gorgeous interiors and ample space. A beautiful sunroom brings a feel of luxury to any home, and can be a reflection of your lifestyle and personal preferences. A sunroom is a completely customizable indoor space, giving us the feeling of being outdoors while still being under a roof.
A Sunroom Can Lift your Mood and Support your Mental Health – Many Canadians suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder (also referred to as SAD) especially during the winter months when sunlight is low. The addition of a sunroom means access to sunlight and essential vitamin d is easier, as sunlight can be received while still remaining indoors.
In addition, sunrooms can help to improve your mood, even if you aren’t struggling with a specific mental health issue. Sunrooms make it easier to connect with nature, and get sunlight and fresh air into your body without having to leave your home. Connecting with nature and receiving its benefits is proven to help lift one’s mood within minutes and improve their day to day experience.
Another Space to Entertain – A sunroom not only provides additional living space for your family, it also can serve as a warm and bright space to host friends and loved ones. Whether you like to host large parties or small intimate get togethers, a sunroom provides your guests with a gorgeous view and a comfortable space to relax and enjoy.
In addition, a sunroom can double as a “rain plan” should you be planning an outdoor gathering during the warmer months.
Sunrooms are Versatile – The possibilities of how you can use a sunroom in your home are endless. Sunrooms are popular spaces to create a home office in, as they are quiet, cozy and distraction free. Other people use their sunroom as an indoor greenhouse for their beloved houseplants and herb gardens. Using a sunroom as an art studio or hobby center is also a popular option due to the ample natural light and inspiring view.
What to Know Before you Build
If you’re serious about adding a sunroom to your home, it is important to understand the process. Additions typically involve a permitting process, as well as a home inspection before construction begins. A pre-renovation or pre-addition home inspection ensures that there are no existing structural issues, as well as structural issues down the road. The home inspector will also ensure that your contractor is doing everything according to code.
If you want to learn more about our home inspection services or want to receive a free quote, contact us at Building Insights today!
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