new room addition

Product Directory:
	• step 1: get ideas
	• step 2: design floor plan
	• step 3: build and renovate
	• step 4: finishing touches
Shopping Guide:
	• drywall information
	• electrical wiring information
	• plumbing information
	• wired home electronics info
	• find home contractor
	• FREE financing tips
	• apply for financing

WHAT'S NEEDED: Starting a new room addition usually takes a 4-step process. You basically need to formulate the idea, draw up a floor plan, start the building and add the final touches.

Step 1: Get Ideas

Room Ideas from HGTV
bathroom	home theater
bedroom	kitchen
children's	living area
colors	loft
design principles	office / workplace
ergonomic	other
feng shui	porch / sunroom
dining room	small space
foyer / entryway	themes
hallway / stairway	tips / tricks

Other Design Ideas

view our Home Remodeling Idea Center

PBS This Old House:

interactive interior design from chameleonpower.com

HomeTime.com project category

search "home/family" articles

remodeling books from b4ubuild.com

Step 2: Designing the Floor Plan

Resource Information
Find Floor Plans:
view our floor plan directory

Use Software to Design Your Plan:
compare: design software

Find an Architect:
view our floor design area

Making Your Room Energy Efficient from U.S. DOE:
building design-plans-resources
energy savers booklet

Step 3: Build and Renovate

Link to our Home Remodeling Specification Sheet (Free Download) for detail review of home remodeling specifications and tips:

link for remodeling specification plan

Any opening of walls that changes the structural look of your home may require permits from your local inspection department and community association.

Also, most if not all states, counties and cities set standard building codes for their respective area. You should check with your local jurisdiction on building permits and codes:

Resource Information
Building Permits:
find/contact local inspection office

All About Building Codes:
www.b4ubuild.com
decoding building codes
list of standard building codes

How-to Guides for Older Homes: (from oldhouseweb.com)
home inspection
preservation-rehabilitation guides
structural issues

Do-It-Yourself Guides:
framing step-by-step
do-it yourself resources
check standard building codes

Find Building Contractor:
search home contractors

Step 4: Complete the Finishing Touches

See Individual Project Modules
doors and windows	furniture ideas
floors	home entertainment
lighting	computer / study area
walls and ceiling	decorating ideas

interactive interior design from chameleonpower.com