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Your home improvement contractor can make your attic into livable space.

Using an attic to add space to your home may be a suitable option for those who are considering home addition floor plans in Needham. Having more usable space is not only beneficial, but it can also increase the value of your home. There are many benefits to using attic space as another room, such as improving your home’s storage capacity and insulation. When you are considering how to best use this space, there are plenty of ideas to keep in mind.

Turn an Attic Room Addition into a Bedroom

The sloped roof in an attic can provide the perfect setting for an additional bedroom since beds don’t typically need to use large amounts of vertical space. However, you need to choose the right sized bed to put in your new bedroom. If it’s too large, it can shrink your space, and if it’s too small, it can look like it’s being swallowed by the wide open room. If you are concerned about using up storage space, you might want to consider under-bed storage options. A platform bed offers an extra place to sleep, as well as offering space underneath for storing items. If space allows, you can also use a pull-out trundle bed to provide additional sleeping space.

Turn an Attic Room Addition into a Reading Nook

Smaller attic spaces can be perfect for creating a reading nook. This can reserve some space for storage but still allow you to take advantage of the extra room. Most attics have windows, which are perfect for creating a nice window seat. This makes a comfortable space to read your favorite books. Built-in bookcases can be used to line the walls. Most bookcases are just 12 inches deep, but they can be created in any shape, slant or height.

An attic can be the ideal room addition.

Turn an Attic Room Addition into a Built-in Storage Room

Attics of any size are great for providing a secluded area for entertaining, working on hobbies or studying. Seating can be arranged in a variety of ways, including under the sloped ceilings where headroom is not an issue. You may need to discuss lighting options with your Needham home improvement contractor since there isn’t always enough natural lighting in attic areas. You may be able to add highlights or more lighting fixtures. The rest of the space can be used to provide built-in storage. This allows you to keep the attic neat and use the area for more than one purpose. Long attics are designed perfectly so you can line the wall spaces with cabinets or shelves to use for storage. If the area is small or dark, try painting surfaces in light colors to help brighten the area and make it more pleasant.

Are you ready to talk to a home improvement contractor about how to use your unused attic space? Contact us for ideas and prices on renovating this space in your home.