ARMISON ADVICE · DRAFT ARTICLE
Begin with one clear purpose
Write down the main reason you want the extra room. A quiet workspace needs a different layout from a utility or a family snug. Decide the primary use before trying to fit everything in.
List what needs to fit
Think about furniture, storage and day-to-day movement. A rough list of the items you want in the room is more helpful than choosing finishes at this stage.
Consider the rest of the house
Think about where you would enter the room and what happens in the spaces next to it. Your new room should work as part of the home.
Prepare for the first conversation
Gather a few photographs, your postcode and a short description of what you want to change. Note any drawings you already have. Ask your builder what further information is needed before a quote can be prepared.