How to Maximize Indoor Space With a Sunroom
Working and socializing have dramatically shifted over the past several years. “Many people are now working from home while entertaining friends and family in their kitchens, living rooms and backyard patios,” says Mike Malone, President of Sleepy Creek Sunrooms.
A stylish sunroom addition is ideal for these activities and a smart, practical way to add value to your home. Here’s how easy it is to optimize your house’s capacity with sunroom floor space.
1. Create a Dream Office
Working from home? A sunroom is a great space to transform into a home office. Forget about sitting in a dark room with a small window. For people spending hours at a time in their home office, why not do it from a sunroom? You’ll enjoy floor-to-wall windows that provide plenty of natural light to boost your mood and productivity. When the weather allows, you can open the room’s windows to gain the healthy benefits fresh air offers.
Equip the space with a desk, comfortable office chair and everyday necessities your job requires. If you use the room for other purposes, consider a larger piece of furniture that can function as a workspace, storage and decor. For example, a specially designed armoire or drop-lid desk is ideal for keeping work-related items out of sight when the day’s done.
Consider your room’s orientation when designing your office. You may want to arrange your furnishings to maximize sunroom space or invest in window coverings to eliminate glare on your electronics’ screens.
2. Build a Zen Space
A backyard sunroom is as close to the outdoors as one can get without sitting in the backyard. It’s an opportunity to step into the great outdoors and appreciate the surrounding nature without leaving the actual home’s interior. Enjoy the sights and sounds of nature without annoying flying bugs, ants and other uninvited guests getting in the way. Unwind after a stressful day and enjoy quiet time away from the distraction of television and electronic gadgets.
Create a relaxing atmosphere by choosing comfortable furniture that makes the view beyond the windows the focal point. Consider adding small bookshelves to promote quiet reading, or keep binoculars and a journal handy to get a closer look at the wildlife and record what you see. A vintage radio or modern mini speaker can provide soft music if desired, and adding elements of natural texture increases the coziness.
3. Redefine Your Family Time
Adding a sunroom to the home is a smart way to give the family space away from the television with alternative activities. With warmth and sunshine year round, spending quality time in the sunroom is fun, whether you’re doing puzzles, drawing, reading or playing games together.
Outfit the sunroom with plenty of comfortable seats and a few oversized pillows to encourage interaction and conversation. You can also consider built-in bench seating with storage underneath to house all those favorite activities while minimizing clutter. With thoughtful planning, the sunroom may outpace the living room as the most used room in the house.
Gain More Space With a Sunroom From Sleepy Creek Sunrooms
Sleepy Creek Sunrooms is an expert in helping homeowners increase space with a sunroom featuring today’s most respected brands such as TEMO and Renaissance Patio Products. Our team can also design and install stylish patio covers, elegant pergolas and screen rooms to enhance your home and lifestyle.
Request a free consultation to explore your options, or contact our team to learn more about the benefits of these investments.
