Explore the key characteristics of double-height spaces and the benefits and challenges they can add to your home.
Often, these homes have rooms with very high ceilings referred to as double-height spaces.
These rooms typically boast ceilings twice the height of those in traditional houses.
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What Are Double-Height Spaces?
Saturno-Sanjana says these rooms tend to wow buyers when they first see them.
Pros of Double-Height Spaces
These extra-tall ceilings can provide benefits that go further than just appearance.
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When one enters a double-height space, they almost always feel a sense ofgrandeur and airiness.
Some buyersprefer more natural lightin their homes for aesthetic purposes and to boost their mood.
High ceilings often create a sense of space and make a room feel larger.
If the double-height room is accompanied by larger windows, then more light will enter the space.
May Be More Energy Efficient
In some cases, double-height spaces can evenbe good for your wallet.
Since heat rises during cooler months, it might cost more to heat a double-height space.
Additionally, it can be more expensive for professional crews to paint rooms of this size.
Changing your recessed light bulbs may become a professional task as well.
Still, Taggart points out that these spaces create unique decorating and architectural opportunities.
Taggart also suggests looking into how the space is insulated and asking about thematerials used in the windows.
verify to consider the other parts of the home before purchasing and not be distracted by this exciting feature.
Most buyers I have worked with find double-height spaces highly desirable, says Kelly.
