When designing your custom home, you want to maximize your living space. If you’re looking for something outside of the box—of your four walls—consider incorporating a sunroom into the layout of your custom home.
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Types of Sunrooms
Before you start designing your sunroom, you should know that there are different kinds of sunrooms, each with their own benefits. “Sunroom” is a generic term used to describe a room with lots of windows and perhaps a glass ceiling. These rooms are meant to provide sunny, outdoor exposure while protecting you from the elements. Check out each of these categories to see which one might work best for you!
Four-Season Room
A four-season room is an attached room, usually made with insulated glass walls and a glass or polycarbonate roof, that can be cost effectively heated and cooled for year-round comfort.
Three-Season Room
A three-season room is very similar to a four-season room; they’re both living spaces that connect the home with the outdoors. A four-season room, however, is designed to be heated and cooled, while a three-season room is not. Three-season rooms are best for use in the spring, summer, and fall months when temperatures are mild (in Iowa).
Screened Room or Porch
A screened-in room or porch is a very affordable way to have additional living space when the weather is mild. Screened walls and a roof overhead allow you to enjoy the fresh outdoor air without being bothered by insects or rain.
Benefits of a Sunroom
Natural Light
The sun is a natural, free source of energy, so it makes sense to allow it illuminate your home as much as possible. A sunroom gives you a sunlight-filled space year round. More sunlight in your home can help boost your productivity, fight seasonal depression, and improve your overall health. For more ideas on how to add natural light to your home, read our article, “Incorporating More Natural Light Into Your Custom Home Design.”
Entertaining Space
A sunroom can provide the perfect space for entertaining. During the summer, your sunroom will protect you and your family from insects, and in the cooler months, it can allow you to enjoy the sunshine (or moonlight) without having to brave the cold. Your guests will love experiencing the outdoors in the comfort of your home.
A Bonus Area
The possibilities are endless when it comes to how to use your sunroom. A sunroom can be a great office space, playroom, gym, or art studio. Adding a sunroom to your custom home allows you to build a space where all of your hobbies can thrive.
Bring the Outdoors In
Having a room that lets you see your outdoor surroundings really gives you the feeling of being outside, even when the weather keeps you inside. For those who enjoy being outside and getting plenty of vitamin D, a sunroom can be a perfect addition to a custom home design.
Would You Like a Sunroom in Your Custom Home?
If you’re looking for a custom home builder in the Des Moines area, contact Homes By Brill. From start to finish, our experts will be with you every step of the way through your custom home project to help make your dream home a reality. Schedule a consultation with us to start discussing your options!
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