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Before drawing an addition or changing a plan, spend time understanding the existing building. Its character may lie in its proportions, its materials or a particular relationship with the garden.
Not every part of a home needs to be transformed. Retaining useful rooms and familiar details can make new interventions feel grounded.
A clearer route through the house, better storage or a stronger connection outdoors may have more impact than adding area alone. Start with the problem you want to solve, then test the simplest response.