Planning a home addition is an intense, but rewarding process. There are a lot of moving parts to consider, especially when it comes to the overall home design behind such a large-scale renovation. Here, the team at Blue Hawaii Drafting Services, Inc.  shares some advice about crafting an effective home addition.

3 Planning Tips for Home Additions

1. Mind the Scale

Even if local building codes allow for a flexible size, always account for the overall proportion of your home throughout the home design process. As much fun as it is to envision the interior and all the decorating plans to come in your new addition, keeping the exterior appearance in mind will stop you from going overboard. You don’t want a home addition that sticks out in an unflattering way. Keep the original portion of your home as the centerpiece and make your addition’s dimensions appropriate for its purpose.

2. Consider Costs Beyond Construction

Budgeting for a home addition can be tricky. You have to think past construction and interior finishes. Depending on the add-on, you will need to factor in everything from ventilation costs to electrical wiring and the boost in utility bills that comes along with it. This is why you should draft detailed home floor plans and request accurate estimates before moving forward with your project.

3. Match the Roofline

Keep the big picture in mind to create a cohesive structure. If your addition necessitates extending the existing roof, focus on the roofline from the very beginning. Getting the roof right will make the new space look like a natural part of your home, so consult your drafting experts about options like extensions, gable roofs, shed roofs, and dormers.

Putting together your home design for a new addition should be exciting, not stressful. Make the process smoother with the help of Blue Hawaii Drafting Services, Inc. Their team has provided residential and commercial clients with architectural drafting and design build services for over 12 years. Check out their website to see previous projects, and call (808) 927-4123 to get started today.