It’s hardly breaking news that the economy is still suffering badly right now, and even less of a shock that the housing market has taken the brunt of the damage over the last few years. But for many of us, a reluctance to sell our homes has made us think more carefully about how we can extend and improve our living space without moving, and without breaking the bank.
Above: Converting a loft space can open up a new potential bedroom for your expanding family, even if its just a small space. Photo courtesy of someToast.
Our attics and lofts are spaces that can often go unused, untouched and unloved for a long time before we really consider doing much with them. But if your family is growing or your need for space is expanding, then turning the area at the very top of your house into a more useable, functional and visually appealing room is a great place to start.
It is reported that in the UK there are currently 19,600 building regulation applications in progress to convert roof spaces – that’s a huge number, and I wonder how many of them are destined for Milton Keynes based homeowners local to us, as it’s something we discuss with clients very regularly.
Above: And of course bigger spaces can be used in quite adventurous ways! Photo courtesy of A Magill.
There’s no question about it – our nation has a love affair with the loft conversion. Perhaps we unconsciously think of them as secret rooms or big playgrounds – either way, they can be warm, charming, and flooded with light if built well.
If you’re not intending to immediately assign your loft conversion as a new bedroom, then you also get the advantage of a room that doesn’t have a single distinct function – maybe for the first time in your home. That opens a lot of new possibilities in what you can do with the space.
Above: Or you could try something a bit more adventurous, like a place to let your creative side run free? Photo courtesy of Dee Adams
Before you begin your journey in building a new, dream room in your loft, give us a call because we’d love to work with you on making it into a reality. Plus, our specialist knowledge can save you a lot of time and money that is just so easy to waste if you need to consider building regulations and approach them improperly.