How To Build A Seamlessly Integrated Addition

How To Build A Seamlessly Integrated Addition

Common Types of Home Additions

Home additions can include bathroom additions, master suite expansions, in-law suites, sunrooms, detached garages, attic conversions and dormers, two-story and basement additions, pop-tops, and side or rear expansions. Challenges in topography, roof height, and roof orientation can limit the options available for additions. We specialize in new home construction and home additions, and are experts in determining the best and most functional design for your particular site and needs.

Why Choose Home Perfection Contracting?

Home Perfection Contracting is a custom home builder who can help you build an addition that integrates seamlessly with your existing home. We are a design-build firm, specializing in residential construction, offering everything from ground up construction to small remodeling jobs. In our 14 years as general contractors in Northern Virginia and Washington, DC, we have perfected building additions that look as though they were part of the original construction of your home.

What Makes a Seamless Addition?

Creating a seamless look with remodeling and additions involves architectural design and materials that complement or match the existing structure. City zoning requirements and setbacks from property lines will affect the design of the addition, as will existing roof lines and ceiling heights. Experienced home addition and remodeling contractors can assist in everything from design to obtaining permits, can provide plans in accordance with your budget, and offer cost saving measures for your build. 

Exterior Integration: Materials and Style

Mismatched exterior siding, paint, brick, or trim are obvious signs that part of the home is not original. Different roof pitch, type or age of roofing materials, or different architectural style for the addition are visually jarring. If the roofing or siding materials cannot be matched, are not in good condition, or do not conform with code requirements, if may be preferable to install an entirely new roof or siding for a seamless look with a new addition to the original house.

Interior Design and Flow Considerations

Interior additions should be in keeping with the scale of the existing home. For example, a bedroom addition larger than the existing master bedroom, or a bedroom significantly smaller than existing bedrooms would not appear seamless, and may not contribute commensurate value at resale. An experienced general contractor will be able to help ensure that the design of your addition will complement your home, resulting in good flow, functionality, and appeal.

With a great design, excellent craftmanship, and attention to detail, your addition will appear as though it were always there.  You can modernize and expand existing space by intermingling original and new elements to create maximum flow and gain the square footage you need, even with a small building footprint. You can retain the original feel and appeal, while maximizing space and functionality. 

Modern Techniques for a Flawless Finish

With a seamless addition, it is difficult to tell the difference between old and new. The most modern materials and time-saving construction techniques can save you money. Finishing touches such as railings, shutters, window details, awnings, etc. tie the house exterior together and create visual interest. 

Serving Northern Virginia and the DC Metro Area

If you are looking for a licensed builder in Arlington, Alexandria, Fairfax, McLean, Falls Church, or anywhere in the greater Northern Virginia and Washington, DC area, reach out to us. Whether you’re planning a custom home, dining addition, master suite, in-law suite, or sunroom addition, we would love to bring your vision to life and construct the new home or addition of your dreams!