Many homeowners wonder what to do with spare rooms.
There are many possibilities.
Some of these are purely personal preference. Others add value to your home.
And many, if done well, do both!
Read on for our recommendations.
1. Home office
Creating a home office has become more popular in recent years.
With more people working from home, they are useful to have as dedicated work spaces.
You could place your desk next to the window in your spare room, so there’s a nice view with it. Make sure the Wi-Fi connection is strong, as well.
2. Games room
It’s up to you whether this is for the adults, or the children, in your family!
In the former scenario, you could have a pool table or a darts board.
But if you want to entertain your kids, think about a ball pit or a train set.
3. Home gym
This is perfect if your spare room is bigger than most.
You could setup a treadmill, rowing machine, or even some weights.
You won’t have an excuse to skip the gym anymore! You’ll save the cost of a gym membership and the time travelling to one.
Home gyms are also popular with garage conversions.
4. Walk-in wardrobe
A walk-in wardrobe could also double up as a dressing room. They provide space and added privacy for trying on clothes.
You can save on storage space in your bedroom at the same time. And all you need is some mirrors to give it a finished touch.
5. En-suite bathroom
When your spare room connects to a bedroom, an en suite could be a perfect solution. En suite bathrooms are valuable because they give privacy and extra functionality.
It’ll improve the value of your house and also add an extra bathroom. You’ll just need to spend a bit more for plumbing to be sorted out.
This will be especially useful if the spare room is connected to a downstairs bedroom.
Bathrooms on the ground floor are valuable for older people. Or people with mobility challenges.
6. Library
This is similar to an office but could be a ‘dream come true’ for any avid reader.
You’ll finally have the opportunity to build your book collection. This can be a peaceful, quiet room where you indulge yourself.
7. Home cinema
When your spare room is large, this becomes a viable option. Especially if you’ve got lots of money to play with.
You should hire an expert who can install all the technology. Soundproofing and aesthetics may need a touch-up, too.
Home cinemas are particularly popular in basement conversions.
8. Guest room
This is probably the most common use of a spare room. Whenever friends and family come to stay, you’ll have a space for them to rest their head.
You could put a bed in this room, and make sure there’s a bathroom which is easily accessible. Also think about a wardrobe or putting in a window, if possible.
9. Pet room
Dogs and cats are extremely popular with homeowners all over the UK.
You can setup a designated space for them to enjoy themselves. This could involve a litter tray, play area, and a bowl for their food and water.
If you go down this route, you may need to train your pet to use it in an appropriate way.
Regular cleaning is also a smart idea to stop a bad smell building up. Beware that your cat may scratch on the carpet. And you could put a cat flap in the door as well.
10. Home bar
This is a wonderful luxury, especially for anyone who enjoys an evening drink! You can setup your own personalised bar, with a series of spirits and beers of your choosing.
While it’s an expensive investment, it’s also extremely useful if you enjoy hosting parties.
11. Utility room
This is another room with enormous functional value.
You can use it to wash and dry your clothes. It could also act as extra storage, such as containing bicycles or pet food.
12. Art studio
If you’ve got some art lovers in your house, then this is a great idea. You can setup a canvas with all the materials you need to be creative.
It’s especially useful if there’s a window in the spare room. From here, you can take inspiration from the views.
