If you’re considering a loft conversion or you’re lucky enough to have a loft that’s as yet untouched, then you may be thinking of ways to get better use out of it. Converting your loft or attic space can be a great way of giving your home extra space without having to sacrifice any precious garden space and what’s more, it can often help your property’s value increase by around 20%.
That being said, in order to really get the best out of your loft conversion, it pays to consider the important things at the very basic design stages. There are so many different ways to convert a loft and it all depends on the property in question as well as the budget you have to play with. What may work for one may not work for another and having experts to hand who can take this into consideration during design will help you bring your dream loft conversion to life. From tricky pitched ceilings to closed off staircases, as well as lighting and bed placement, it’s worth paying attention to these areas now before construction actually begins.
Ceiling Height
The ceiling height within your loft conversion is going to make a huge difference between it being used every so often and it becoming a huge part of your family home. It will also have a large impact on how much return you see on your investment too. By considering your ceiling height during the design stage, you can consider the best possible placement for stairs as well as large pieces of furniture or even features, such as beds or wet rooms.
It’s worth noting that with loft conversions, you can sometimes go up further (when planning permission permits) in order to maximise your ceiling height too, this may be required for a dormer loft conversion. Therefore addressing where there are areas for concern during design is imperative to ensure the very best finished product.
Lighting
Lighting is such a key part of any loft conversion. It’s crucial in creating a comfortable and enjoyable environment and quite rightly so, it deserves a lot of attention during the design stage. It isn’t merely a case of getting the right lamp or decoration but is actually a case of ensuring the design of your loft conversion itself allows for it. This could even mean opting for a specific type of loft conversion that allows you to enjoy as much light as possible, such as a dormer or mansard loft conversion that allows you to incorporate balconies for optimum light and brightness.
Access & Egress
Your stairs are an integral part of your loft conversion, not only because you’ll be using them to get into and out of your loft conversion but because they’ll impact the rest of your home too. There are multiple different ways that stairs can be incorporated, whether you choose to go above your current stairs, install separate stairs or even go out to go in; by having an expert architect to hand who specialises in loft conversions, you’ll benefit from getting the very best placement that allows you to enjoy your loft conversion to the max.
Contact The Experts
If you’d like to maximise the potential use of your loft conversion by ensuring the very best design possible, we recommend contacting London’s leading loft conversion specialists, Clapham Construction Services on 0203 950 7957.