Dormer additions are both stylish and practical. Check out how to increase your attic's living space while boosting your home's curb appeal.

A dormer house offers many benefits both practically and aesthetically. But that doesn’t mean that they are for you. It can be hard to decide if you want one. Especially, if you don’t know what kind of dormer house you like.

If you’re thinking about adding dormers to your home, you have a lot of architectural styles to choose from. Let’s take a look at the pros and cons of dormers, the cost to add a dormer, and the different types of dormers you can choose.

Beautiful master bathroom addition in a classic 1920's cottage. They added a dormer to turn a closet turned tiny half bath into the real deal and it is GORGEOUS!

Here are some guidelines for getting your shed dormers right.

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Types of dormers guide with what they are, benefits, designs, houses that use a dormer, cost and if they add resale value to a home.

Nicholas Pitz walks readers through a dormer addition, explaining how he minimized mess, rain damage and other inconveniences for the owners.

The cost to add a dormer to your home is high, but it might be worth it for the added space, light, and style. Let’s break down the pros, cons, and prices.