One of the most powerful additions you can make to your home is an abundant natural resource that costs nothing at all. It’s natural light!

Why You Should Prioritize Natural Sunlight in House Remodels and New Builds

Whether you’re embarking on a new build, upgrading your existing home, or making changes with future buyers in mind, increasing natural sunlight in house designs is key to maximizing a property’s beauty, comfort, and value.

Natural light makes colors look more vibrant and spaces look more expansive. Early morning sunlight softly lighting up your kitchen makes that first coffee of the day into a restorative ritual. A living room full of sunshine invites relaxation.

The aesthetic benefits of more natural light help to increase your home’s value and its appeal to buyers. But even if you don’t plan to sell, maximizing the natural light in your home can pay off in significant savings over the years by reducing your heating costs in winter and your lighting costs year round.

How to Get More Light in Your House

There are a number of ways to maximize natural light inside house designs that don’t let much sun in. One of the most effective, particularly for curb appeal, is to include a front door with sidelights. Entry doors with sidelights create an attractive exterior and set a bright and sunny mood as soon as you step into your home. A front door with sidelights works well facing any direction.

As you plan your home renovation, take into account the direction each room faces and whether you can expand or add windows. Add a large window to east-facing walls to capture early morning sun, to west-facing walls for gentler golden hour light at the end of the day, and to south-facing walls for full daytime sun.

Then allow the sun to help you determine the layout of your home. A large window facing east is an excellent choice for bedrooms and kitchens, allowing you to wake up naturally with the sun. Afternoon and golden hour light are wonderful for living rooms, where you and your family can enjoy the last sunshine of the day after coming home from work or school. A large south-facing window brightens home offices or wherever in your home you spend most of your days.

How to Get More Natural Light in a Room

To further maximize the natural light your house receives, consider some additional changes. If it’s available to your budget, an open floor plan remodel is an outstanding way to bring natural light further into your home. Skylights and patio doors also welcome more natural sunlight in house designs.

Ready to take the next step towards making your dream home remodel or new build a reality? Contact us today to get started.