At Dymond Homes, we’re constantly seeing the benefits of home extensions. They’re becoming ever more popular across Australia with homeowners enjoying more space, better functionality, more light and an increase in their property’s value.
One such home extension in Melbourne that we recently completed was a kitchen extension that completely transformed the home’s functionality and feel. It was a unique extension but one we think perfectly shows the benefits of clever design and expert building.
In this case study, we’re going to take you through the benefits of a home extension, using real examples from our recent completion. This will help to give you an idea of how using the most of your space can completely transform your home.
The Home Before We Started
As you can see from the pictures, the original kitchen of this family home was in the middle of the house. This area didn’t get much natural light, which meant it often felt dark and unwelcoming. Furthermore, the living room and dining room were separate, which made everything feel much smaller and it was no longer working for the owners.
They came to us asking for advice on a new design that would help to open up the space to make it work better for their family. They wanted more natural light and to move the kitchen so it would become an entertaining room, rather than just a practical space.
Our experienced architects and builders worked together to design an open-plan space that combined all three rooms. We decided to extend the back part of the house which meant we needed to elevate the new flooring to match the existing house level. By doing this and extending into the outdoor space, we were able to relocate the kitchen to the new area, meaning it worked much better for the family and really opened up the entire area.
Benefits of House Extensions in Melbourne
There are plenty of benefits to extending your Melbourne home, many of which are clearly shown in this case study.
Benefit #1. Enhanced Use of Space
A change in circumstances, such as kids or spending more time at home, can lead many of us to think we need to move to a bigger property. While this is a great option for some, it can often work out much more economically friendly and be less hassle to redesign the space you already have.
In this case study, it’s clear to see that you don’t need a huge amount of space between the back of the house and the fence line to make a significant impact. Clever design can help to make the most of the space you have and even a relatively small extension can dramatically improve the overall feel of your home.
Benefit #2. Increased Natural Light
Increasing natural light was a big deal for the owners of this home. The kitchen was originally towards the centre of the house, which meant it was dark and difficult to light. By extending out towards the back, there was enough space to open up the rooms and move the kitchen to the new area. We purposefully designed the extension to be light and bright so that natural light could flood the whole space.
Benefit #3. Improved Functionality
Sometimes, as well as increasing space, you need to improve the functionality of the room. This is something we see a lot with kitchens. As families grow, what worked before may not suit you anymore.
Working with extension builders in Melbourne can help you make the most of your space so that all the rooms work well for your family. In the case of this extension, the kitchen wasn’t working for the family as it was. It was too small and there wasn’t enough space for them to comfortably host or for it to be the heart of the home. Extending made it into a fully functioning area for them.
Benefit #4. Increase Property Value
A well-designed extension can really help to add value to your home. By making the property larger and more modern, it will have more appeal should you ever wish to sell it.
Benefit #5. Avoid the Hassle of Moving
Moving home can be incredibly stressful, especially when dates don’t align. It often means you need to buy new furniture, spend a lot more money, and leave the area you love – and that’s before you even consider the emotional toll of moving from your home.
At Dymond Homes, we do everything possible to make your extension as hassle-free as possible. We keep you up to date throughout the entire build and let you know in advance if there will be any minimal disruption. In the end, you get to stay in your newly renovated and improved home rather than move!
Why Trust Dymond Homes for Your Home Extensions in Melbourne?
With over 30 years of experience, our team of experts know exactly how to transform the vision you have for your home into a reality. We’ll give you honest advice about what’s possible and practical and how an extension can help to optimise the space you have and improve its functionality.
We never compromise on style or quality and always ensure our designs are perfect for your home. Using the highest quality materials is a priority for us too. We keep you informed about prices for your extension from the very beginning so that we can align on quality and budget and so that there are no surprises along the way.
If you’d like us to help make your dream extension a reality, get in touch with the team at Dymond Homes. We’ll happily come out to the property to assess what you have in mind and design and carry out the perfect extension to transform your home.