The Advantages Of Home Extensions

Brisbane has perhaps one of the most dynamic housing markets in Australia, with a wide variety of housing options available in every suburb. Given Brisbane’s historical significance, there are many old homes throughout the city, including Queenslanders and other such houses that are up to a century old. On the other hand, there are many more contemporary homes, most of which incorporate modern design features and innovative architecture to create some remarkable houses.

This incredible versatility makes Brisbane a great place to buy or build a home. Despite the large number of appealing homes however, it is always possible that your needs will change even after you have purchased or built your house. Often, growing families, career changes or lifestyle changes can render your home slightly unsuitable for you and this leaves you with two options. Your first option is to endure the hassle of moving into a different home, and your second option is to extend your current home to meet your needs more effectively.

Save yourself the hassle of moving, with home extensions

Moving house is a considerable burden for most homeowners and if you have an expanding family, it is likely to be even more of a challenging undertaking. Packing up all of your belongings, organising removalist and finding a home that you genuinely like are all difficult and inconvenient. In addition to the inconvenience of moving house, you will also be faced with the prospect of leaving your old home behind; a home that quite possibly had some sentimental value to you. This is where the value of a house extension really becomes clear; you can get the best of both worlds with a home extended to meet your needs.

The main reasons to get a house extension in Brisbane

There are many advantages to getting a house extension, however there are three primary reasons in particular that Brisbane homeowners prefer home extensions. The unique features of Brisbane’s housing market make home extensions far preferable to rebuilding or moving house.

Houses in Brisbane are notoriously expensive and the closer you get to the city, the more expensive houses inevitably become. This makes it hard for many homeowners to find a house that is both conveniently placed and within their price range. If you already have a house that is in a great part of the city you will probably want to hang onto it, even if it is becoming too small for your practical needs and this is where a house extension can be hugely useful. Simply contact a reputable renovations company and work with them to design an extension for your house that is both practical and stylish.

If you have lived in your home for many years, it is not unusual to develop an attachment to it, which could potentially make moving that little bit more difficult. Additionally, many houses throughout Brisbane have great historical value and some are even heritage listed, which makes rebuilding impossible. House extensions are perfect in these situations, as they allow you to tailor your home to your needs, without compromising its historical or sentimental value.

House extensions essentially offer you the opportunity to develop a home perfectly tailored to your style, lifestyle and practical needs. With a house extension, you can combine innovative designs, increased space and the familiarity of your home, which saves you the hassle of moving, rebuilding or living in a house the doesn’t suit your practical requirements.

Get in touch with Marshall Renovations for all your home renovation and home extension needs.