Boost Your Home Value With an Addition

Will Building an Addition to Your Home Add Value?

The last few years have changed what home buyers value most, and these trends may affect your home upgrade decisions. An addition is one of the main home improvements that increases the return on investment (ROI) on your home. Let’s review some of the main reasons why building an addition on your home can bring substantial value to you and your family.

Demand for Space

Since the pandemic, home offices have been highly coveted. Many people converted existing spaces within their homes to accommodate working from home. The problem we’re seeing is that these makeshift spaces have cut into other areas of the house. Some homeowners repurposed extra bedrooms or created work nooks within rooms. While this solved their initial needs, people are now finding themselves cramped and missing the space they lost.

There may be other reasons for needing more space: your family is growing, you’re looking to start a home-based business, need a dedicated room for exercise, or another purpose uniquely your own. It’s typically less expensive to build an addition than buying a new home — especially considering both the monetary and emotional costs of uprooting your family.

Appeal to Buyers

If you’re considering an addition, your primary goal is likely to improve your home for you and your family. It would be wise also to consider future buyers in your planning. Rather than adding a room or space that serves a single function specific to your needs, think about the flexibility of the design for future use.

Avoid additions that make the layout of your home peculiar and take away from the natural traffic pattern through the house. The experts at Quality Homes of Rochester can help you determine the best fit for an addition that will add to your quality life now and resale value later.

Think Beyond the Basics

An addition doesn’t have to be a traditional room. You can expand your kitchen, add a second story, build out a bathroom, turn a bedroom into a suite, or finish your basement. Anything that adds space to your house is considered an addition.

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ROI of Your Addition

This March, take the opportunity to add new life into your home with Quality Homes. Embrace the beauty of outdoor living spaces and let the experts guide you through the process. Whether it’s a cozy deck, a stylish patio, or a combination of both, Quality Homes in Rochester, NY, is ready to make your outdoor dreams come true. Contact us today and embark on a journey to elevate your living experience.

Addition Feature		Percent of Value Recovered From Project
Screened-in porch addition		92.9%
Composite deck		86.9%
Attic conversion to living area		75%
Upscale bathroom addition		64.1%
Attached garage		60.4%
Second-floor garage addition		53%
New primary bedroom suite		56%
Basement conversion to living area		86%
Add new bathroom		63%

5 Reasons to Build an Addition

If you can’t decide whether a home addition is fitting for you, consider these five great reasons to add to your home.

An addition is less stressful than moving.
You’ll increase the value of your property.
You’ll gain usable living space.
The addition will be built to your specifications.
Staying in your home creates stability for your family.

Add Space to Your Home

If you’re considering an addition, we’re here to talk through project specifics. Quality Homes of Rochester specializes in home additions, and we’d love the opportunity to speak to you and build a custom addition your family will love. Contact us today to set up a free consultation.

Your bathroom can be more than a space for personal care—it can be a refreshing mini-retreat.

Spa-Like Touches

Introduce design elements like river rock tiles in the shower, a teak bathmat, or a freestanding tub with a window view. Add an outdoors element by choosing a rainwater showerhead and allowing the water to feel like soft rainfall.

Natural Ventilation

Add an operable window or solar-powered skylight to naturally promote airflow and reduce humidity. A ventilation system or fan is essential for reducing moisture. Clean your vent of dust or buildup to ensure moisture is not trapped in your bathroom, which can lead to mildew or mold buildup.

Soothing Scents

Essential oil diffusers or lavender bundles in the shower smell incredible, mirroring nature’s sensory experiences. Try tying eucalyptus in your shower, releasing a minty, relaxing scent once the steam and humidity rise.

Styling with Biophilic Design in Mind

You don’t need a significant renovation to bring the benefits of biophilic interior design into your home. Wise styling choices can go a long way.

Incorporate Natural Forms

Curved lines, imperfect shapes, or patterns inspired by leaves, waves, or tree bark all show nature’s organic beauty. Look for these shapes in furniture, rugs, and light fixtures.

For example, a naturalistic style can be achieved by pairing an L-shaped couch or sectional in natural colors with a dark wooden coffee table and an earth-toned rug beneath.

Declutter and Let Spaces Breathe

Nature has rhythm and flow, and your space should, too. Avoid crowding surfaces and leave space around or between key features to create a sense of calm and openness.

Drawers or closets that blend in with the features of your room can be great places to put away essential items while keeping them close at hand.

Naturalistic Home Additions for Outdoor Access

sunroom before

sunroom after

A sunroom could be the perfect solution if you have a growing family or have always wanted a special place to retreat. This type of addition fits right in with naturalistic design principles, allowing access to sunlight, the breeze, and the outdoors while inside.

A sunroom or screened-in porch is the perfect combination of indoor coziness and the natural world’s beauty. Additionally, it can be a great place to host friends and family as the evening goes on without the annoyance of bugs.

At Quality Homes, our expert team has the knowledge and experience to handle all home additions and configurations. Whether you need an office, another bedroom, garage, screened-in porch, sunroom, or something different entirely, we can help!

Learn more about home additions in Rochester, NY.

Biophilic Decor

Consider elements like a tabletop fountain, driftwood sculptures, or art that features landscapes and natural scenes. Mirrors can reflect light and views, enhancing the presence of the outdoors. If you like fish, a fish tank or an outdoor koi pond (if it is warm enough for them year-round) would be a great addition to this style.

The Quality Homes Difference

Biophilic and naturalistic design invites nature’s essence into our daily lives. You can create a home that feels alive and supports your well-being. It can inspire everyone who enters with sunlight, wood, plants, and innovative design.

Start your home improvement journey with something easy. You could add a hanging plant or choose natural wood furniture in the kitchen. Then, build out from there, guided by nature’s wisdom and your vision.

Are you ready for a complete, naturally inspired redesign or addition? Contact us at Quality Homes and schedule a consultation with our designers today!

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