BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO loft conversions
Transforming your unused attic into a habitable zone could give you the home your family needs – without the cost and upheaval of moving. Here’s how to get it right
IN THE SPOTLIGHT
This loft conversion by Architect Your Home (
www.architectyourhome.com) features two dormer windows, aed to either side of the house. A full-height picture window was included in the rear gable to maximise the sense of light and space. The finished project cost £50,400
Whether you’ve outgrown your current home and want to create more space, or you’re looking for a project to increase your property’s value, a loft conversion could be the ideal option. A successful scheme can a around 30% more floor area to a two-storey home – and the right design could up its market worth by 20% or more.
Unlike aing a conventional extension, a loft renovation means you won’t have to sacrifice any garden space. Plus in many cases the work can be quick, affordable and less disruptive. And with most of the structure already in place, it’s fairly easy to visualise what you might be able to achieve.