Loft conversions and top-floor rooms have a reputation for being either brilliantly sunlit—or oddly cave-like. The difference usually isn’t the size of the space; it’s the way light is invited in, ...

It can be difficult to know where to start when planning a loft conversion. From deciding whether to go for a dormer, mansard or rooflight conversion, to figuring out planning permission and hiring a ...

Home improvers will be able to build bigger loft conversions without planning permission from next year after a rethink by ministers. The Government has bowed to industry and householder concerns that ...

Loft conversions used to be predictable and boring, but now interior designers are using them to add light, drama and value to our homes. In the black: this stunning refurbished former church with ...

When adding a loft conversion to your home, the need for an extra bedroom is one of the most popular reasons for extending upwards. But, whether it's to house a master suite, guest bedroom or ...

Loft conversions are a great way to expand the living space of your home and they’re often cheaper than traditional extensions. They can also add a significant amount of value to your property because ...

A tactile Amsterdam apartment and a birch plywood-lined extension feature in our latest lookbook, which collects eight loft conversions created for maximum space. Architects and designers often open ...

Hannah has almost three years of experience overseeing surveys, product testing and investigations around health, pet care and home improvements. You will also need to follow building regulations ...

Converting a loft is a popular way to add an extra room, but once a loft becomes a habitable space there are a few technical consequences to be aware of. One of the most important – and sometimes ...

The ceiling falling down wasn't the most worrying moment during our loft conversion. Though given the dust, rubble and gaping hole between the first and soon-to-be-built-second floor, it should have ...