What Will You Do In Your Sunroom this Summer?

Everyone knows that a custom sunroom brings a lot of added light into the home, which is great in winter months. However, Iowa homeowners might have a hard time visualizing how to use this room during the summertime. At Midwest Construction, your local sunroom builder, we know there are many wonderful ways to use these spaces. If you are wondering what to do in your sunroom this summer, here are some ideas to try out!

1. Create a Breakfast Nook

The sunroom is an ideal place to go relax in the mornings while you enjoy coffee and pastries. You'll get plenty of sun, which helps you wake up and feel more energetic. Plus, you'll be in a quiet out of the way area in case there are others in the house who want to sleep in.

2. Make a Dining Area of the Patio Enclosure

If you have a patio enclosure, this is an excellent area to enjoy your food without flying insects getting to it. Cook out on the grill and bring the food into your enclosure to eat. You'll still have the sunlight and fresh air to enjoy, but not the gnats! Sunrooms also make convenient places for your party guests to hang out when it starts raining too.

3. Keep Potted Plants All Year Long

Maybe you like having a garden, but want to grow plants that won't thrive in your climate. Or, you are concerned about animals getting to them. Keep any type of plant you want in your beautiful all seasons room all year long!

4. Space for Sleepovers

If you have children, they inevitably want to host a birthday party or sleepover with their friends. Rather than filling up the bedroom or clogging the living room with sleeping bags, have your sleepover in the sunroom. You can watch the sunset, roast marshmallows on the grill right outside, and listen to the crickets chirping while sharing ghost stories.

5. Create a Man Cave or a She Shed

The sunroom can also be a space that is yours to decorate as you please. Guys can set up their wall mounted fish, sports memorabilia, and flat screen television to make a man cave. Gals can decorate with lots of bright colors, pillows, and delicate lamps to create an indoor version of the she shed.

If you are ready to enhance your home with an adaptable, custom sunroom, reach out to Midwest Construction. We'll be happy to set up a complimentary at-home consultation and price estimate for your new sunroom or patio enclosure. Give us a phone call or fill out our online form to get started right away!