while I think you'd love the additional space there are some things to consider:
will the building/zoning allow that type of addition?
If a bank loan is needed, will it be approved based on expected assessed value?
will the addition make your home worth so much more that you would not be able to re-coop the expense in a sale?
also, without knowing the floor plan, be aware that you will be living with the "mess" of addition construction for anywhere from 5-10weeks, depending on a number of factors. (if you do add on, please be sure to ask the contractor to hang plastic sheets between the addition and the rest of the house while they work--this will help)
Lots to think about, but if it all aligns for you, then definitely think you would enjoy having the extra space and ability to "get away" from the frame when you are relaxing. And as someone else suggested, you might want to look at a studio--but that also has lots of issues--like additional electrical, Plumbing ?, heat/cooling, etc And again, there is zoning....
Yes--we did do this with one house. Frankly, we did not really increase the value of the house much beyond the construction costs, but it made it much more livable for us and that is often well worth it. And your idea to increase bedroom space is a good one--could you add one room that would do both? Or do you really need another bedroom?
Last edited by quiltingshorttimer; 08-09-2016 at 05:49 PM.