Expert Advice for Building an Addition

Planning an addition? Keep these guidelines in mind to help ensure the new melds with the old.
Wish Wildly Wish Wildly

The best starting point for an addition is a wish list. Start the list by asking what problems you want the project to solve (more space) and what goals you want it to achieve (better indoor-outdoor access for entertaining). Once you've made the list, rank the improvements in order of priority. Knowing the end result will help your builder or contractor plan accordingly for items such as wiring, plumbing, and location.