Like any successful attic or loft renovation project the 80/20 rule applies - that is 80% planning and 20% doing. So the place to start is a design that meets the needs of your family, both today and for the duration of your stay.
There are a few alternatives when considering doing an attic conversion or renovation such as:
-The use of dormer windows to create space
-Re-pitching the roof to extend the usable space
-Lifting the whole roof to add another storey
-The use of decks to create usable space
-Any mixture of the above
Our team of talented designers, project managers and qualified builders backed up by world class systems ensure that you benefit by having the conversion/renovation completed in the minimum of time to the maximum standard.
Some examples of things you might want to consider when contemplating an attic conversion are:
-Whole of life / future proofing the design
-How to get the best views
-Connection to the existing living spaces
-Work required to take any additional weight
-Conditioning the space
If you're thinking about converting your attic or loft these articles are designed to get you started with ideas, inspirations, tips and the latest designs, products and technology.
Did you know that around 30% of the available area in your home is up in your roof space? Unused except for storing of boxes or old bits of furniture.
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Converting your roof space into a functional loft can make use of space currently unused.
A simple storage type conversion will likely cost less than $20,000 whilst a 25 - 30m2 pop up is more likely to cost $150,000+. Every attic renovation is unique and as such cost will vary significantly.
If creating a living or sleeping space in your attic conversion it is most likely to require a consent. If just for storage then most likely not.
Yes - as long as the building requirements to create the new living space are not excessive. Factors that impact this cost are access, suitable head height and ability of the existing structure to support the new space.
1 - 2 weeks to create a simple storage solution and up to 3 months for a pop up style attic conversion.
The key factor in determining whether you need to move out is that of safety due to the overhead nature of the work being undertaken.
Ultimately yes, but realistically some would be too cost prohibitive.
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