Annex, a New Way of Home Extension

By | March 25, 2011

Some houses have little space for fresh air to come in and may reduce the comfort for the family members. Constructing a separate annex is the best solution to deal with the problem of less space. A building joined to the main building providing additional accommodations is called an annex. The main purpose of an annex is to provide living for someone who are a part of the family. They can be constructed for elderly people, live-in nannies and relatives. They can also be provided to students for rent.

All the provisions and accommodations which are available in a miniature home should be present in an annex. A small space present in your home can be converted into an annex. You need to add your creative skills to fit a bathroom, kitchen, and bedroom within the small living space.

The most important benefit of an annex is privacy. They are extra spaces that provide privacy and can be used as home offices and guest quarters. They require minimal or no alterations in existing roofscape. It is necessary to consider the building constraints properly as less space is available.

Based on the need of the annex, you can design it. You can design the planning for an annex with the help of a professional architect. It is recommended to acquire a planning permission initially from the local planning office. Decide whether you are using it for your granny, relatives, or nannies. Check what rooms you need to include in it. After a plan is ready, then construction process can be started.