Home Development Projects in Spring 2024: Insights from MP Chartered Architects

Springing in 2024, Essex homeowners are considering various avenues to enhance their living spaces.

Dive into some key trends that are likely to be shaping the local Essex landscape of home improvement in the coming months.

Sustainable Home Improvements

Sustainability remains at the forefront of most Essex homeowners’ minds. From solar panels to energy-efficient appliances and smart home technology, the emphasis on reducing our carbon footprint and cutting down on energy bills is a top priority when making changes to their abodes.

Outdoor Living Spaces

The desire to create inviting outdoor areas continues to rise in Essex. Lighter evenings and warmer temperatures on the way, means that for those of us lucky enough to have a garden will spend more time at home. We expect to see more projects aimed at transforming gardens into functional and pleasing extensions of the home. Not forgetting the rising demand for stylish outdoor kitchens, and zoned garden seating areas.

Multi-Generational Living

Changing family dynamics and economic factors are driving the trend towards multi-generational living arrangements. Many are looking to accommodate elderly parents, adult children, or extended family members.  Home developments such as annexes, garden lodges, separate entrances, decompartmentalising homes or creating additional living areas are definitely top of the list this spring.

DIY and Rising

The exceptional influence of social media for homeowners means that DIY home improvement projects in Essex have gained great momentum in recent years. This is additionally fuelled by a desire to exercise our creative flair and of course save on costs. As the weather improves, homeowners in Essex are likely to undertake a spring clean and work on smaller projects themselves to enhance their living spaces.

Home Extensions

The ‘don’t move, improve’ ethos doesn’t just apply in Spring.  All through the year the demand for bespoke home extensions in Essex is a constant.

The cost of moving, can be considerable. Extending your home allows you to stay in a location that you may love without the financial burden of relocating.  It’s also a great way to add value to your property and can be a more affordable solution to meeting changing lifestyles.

MP Chartered Architects are committed to supporting clients in Essex and beyond navigate these trends in the best possible way. Are you considering a sustainable renovation, home extension project,  creating outdoor living spaces, or embarking on a multi-generational living project, We provide expert guidance on permitted development, planning permissions, appeals and building regulations.

Author : Jessica Parkes

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