Planning a first floor addition in your Northern Beaches home?
When we looked at trends in around Northern Beaches Sydney, it was clear that with skyrocketing Sydney home prices, more people were deciding to stay put in their existing home and upgrade through an extension or renovation. So it’s not surprising that first-floor additions are on the increase in the Northern Beaches.
To add a first-floor addition or not?
A first-floor extension will dramatically alter the appearance of your home. It’s got the potential to change the look of your home from a small cottage to a house which has presence and oozes street appeal.
First floor extensions are perfect for the growing family as they can “give you the extra bedroom you need, a lovely master bedroom with a walk-in robe and ensuite.”
Not only will you get more living space, but it also be add significant capital value to your property.
A first level addition, especially in the Northern Beaches can be the perfect option for the growing family, and can make your home very resalable and increase the overall value.
However, there are caveats when considering adding a first-floor addition on your Northern Beaches property. It’s not the cheapest option, which is why you should make sure to get some idea of the cost from a local builder before we start the CDC or DA process.
Ask yourself what additional space do you need in your house?
Replan the ground level space to give you what you need. However, a CDC for a first story is a much simpler process than a DA approval.
Consider the outdoor space
It’s important to remember that going up rather than out allows you to keep your precious outdoor space and that most first floor extensions will give you space for a master bedroom, walk-in-robe, and ensuite. It’s important to consider how much space the stairs to the first floor will take up.
Ideas for renovating a home will appeal to a younger demographic. It is recommend an extra room for a study, nursery, or a small sitting area would be a great addition to your home.
Balcony spaces are worth the investment “because even though you may not sit out on the balcony very often, you can still open up the terrace doors to let the outside in.”
Planning to renovate or extend in Sydney’s Northern Beaches?
If you’re considering a home extension and need advice on whether a first level addition is your best option, you can get in contact any of the highly recommended architects in our Tradebusters Connect directory.
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