One of the most practical ways to add more space to your home is to add a loft conversion. Not only will the extension create more room, but it can also increase the value of your home by between 10 and 20 percent. The cost of installing a loft conversion can range from £2,000 to £40,000, depending on the size of your loft and the materials that you want to use. The size of your loft area matters too as you need to make sure it has a minimum height of 2.3 metres before you can start major construction work.
Once you’ve got all the basics figured out, you can focus on what the loft will actually function as. It can be an extra bedroom, an office, or even a luxury bathroom. Here are some of the best modern loft designs you can choose from:
A chic and minimalist loft office
Who doesn’t love the idea of working while natural light pours in from a roof window? Plus, you get a whole room for yourself without worrying about the people passing by and distracting you every hour or so. Homify has a beautiful layout that you can copy—you don’t even need much, just a nice desk and some storage for your paperwork.
An extra bedroom
Don’t sacrifice precious garden space to create a new bedroom—transform your loft instead. You just need to make sure the ceiling’s height is high enough and there is enough storage space, ventilation and lighting. You could even opt for built-in storage to make it even more spacious and inviting. Ideal Home lists the many different designs you can opt for that can make your new bedroom feel romantic, rustic or family friendly depending on your personal taste. This option is perfect if you’re looking to create a room for guests to stay in.
A luxury bathroom
It may sound a bit over-the-top, but a luxury loft bathroom with a view of the night sky may just prove the little luxury you enjoy most, especially if you spend long hours at work each day. The little corners of your loft may serve as the perfect place to install either a built-in bath or a toilet. Moreover, if your loft has an alcove area, you could put the bath in there to create a cosy and enclosed area for bathing.
When it comes to your toilet and how to properly position it, this does depend on the existing position of your drainage system as well as the waste pipes. You can however make ceiling alterations in the event of you needing to install new pipes. The design of your toilet and bath will also make a huge impact on the overall feel of the room. The various bathroom toilets listed on Screwfix demonstrate the different designs available, with most modern toilets coming with dual flush features to help save on water bills. New square toilet designs also complement tight spaces without compromising comfort and ease of use.
A playroom for the kids
You could also turn your loft into a playroom. This would also make your life easier as a parent if your kids only “make a mess” in one part of the house. All their toys can be put upstairs so none of them are scattered around your home. It will also give you some peace and quiet during the weekend.
A meditation room
Speaking of peace, since your loft will be highest room in your home, it can also be the most serene — far away from any distractions and noise. And for those who take part in classes each week a converted loft area would make the perfect place in the house for yoga and meditation practice. The key would be to keep the room simple and uncluttered. You could also surround yourself with your favourite scents or play some ambient music or white noise. All you need are some good quality rugs and meditation cushions.
Summary
If you’re still not sure about whether you should convert your loft or not, try weighing up the pros and cons. Ask yourself these questions – will it make my home more spacious? Will it be a very useful addition to my house? Will it increase the value? As well as these ponderables you also need to make sure you follow building regulations before making any changes. For example, you need to make sure there is room below for a fixed ladder or a spiral staircase, as it’s required by law before you can turn an loft area into a bedroom, playroom, bathroom, or office.