When planning for renovations in your Toronto home, it is important to create spaces for every member of the family. To please the youngest members of your family, there is no Toronto home renovation that will pay off in quite the same way that a playroom will. A playroom is where your child learns, grows, creates and explores. It is a place where memories are created as his mind runs free, and it can also provide you with a much needed break if it encourages independent play. Here are some expert design tricks to help you create the ultimate playroom.
Determining the Space for Renovating
The first step involved in your playroom reno should involve deciding which space in your home to use for this purpose. There are many options including an unused formal living room, sunroom, basement, loft area, empty bedroom or office. The room does not have to be large, but it should have adequate space for bookshelves and cubbies to hold your children’s favorite belongings. If you do not have room for a playroom in your current home setup, it might be worth discussing a major renovation with your Toronto general contractor to enclose a patio or otherwise add square footage to your house.
Once you have figured out the space, it is time to start planning your playroom. This is the perfect room in your house to get whimsical and creative with, so let your imagination run wild a little. Remember that the room may take a beating from small hands though, and it is a good idea to plan on using durable materials when creating it. Chalkboard paint, easy to clean indoor / outdoor fabrics and sturdy plastic bins are all great additions to any playroom.
Designing the Play Space
Next, think about how your children will use the room. Setting up stations is a great idea for opening up their imaginations while still keeping things organized. Some of the stations might include a dress up area, puppet stage, cooking corner, reading nook and arts and crafts area. You might consider color coding each center or even using a labeling system to distinguish one area from the other. The more organized you make things, the easier it will be for your child to independently put the room back together once playtime is done. Involve your children in developing the layout, and discuss your plans with a Toronto design and construction professional in order to develop a room that perfectly meets your needs.
Finally, make safety a priority. Tables and chairs should all be appropriately sized for your children, and any heavy furniture must be secured to the walls. Consider child safety latches and wall socket covers if you have young children, and never allow any toxic substances to be used when completing the renovation.
The process of remodeling your Toronto home to add a playroom should be a fun and stress-free experience. With Alair Homes Toronto, that type of experience is just what you will get. Our local general contracting team will work with you to design the perfect space and promise complete transparency throughout the project. We put great attention to detail into every one of our projects and back them up with an industry leading in-house warranty. To learn more, give us a call and request your complimentary consultation and estimate.