I live in a 2000 sqft house on a 1/4 acre lot, and with my wife and three kids, we're feeling a bit cramped. We're considering expanding our home but are worried about sacrificing our yard space. Has anyone else gone through this? Did you regret losing the outdoor area for more indoor space? I'm leaning towards it being a good trade-off, but I'd love to hear your experiences. Also, we have an L-shaped ranch with one full bath and three bedrooms, just to give more context.
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Have you thought about going vertical instead of horizontal? Adding another story could be a great way to gain extra space without cutting into your yard too much. That said, definitely reach out to an architect to explore your options—they might see things you hadn’t considered.
I can relate! We just lost a lot of yard space for an addition, and while it's a bit annoying, it was totally worth it in the end. We were at a stage where our kids didn’t spend as much time outside anymore, and luckily, we're near a park. That helps a lot! But I’d still recommend thinking about your timelines.
Honestly, we just did a moderate addition and lost some side yard, but it’s been fantastic! Sometimes, you just have to prioritize the indoor space, especially with growing families. You mentioned possibly reconfiguring your interior; maybe that’s a good place to start too!