Most loft conversions can be carried out without planning permission under permitted development, but there are exceptions. You will also need to follow building regulations regardless of the type of ...

Key considerations to factor in include… Quotes: Ask for detailed breakdowns of construction costs, design fees, and ...

It can be a cheap and relatively painless way to add space to your home, says Caroline Allen, but before you raise the roof, read our check list. One of OC Architects’ projects which incorporated a ...

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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 ...

For extra room in your home, and sometimes a great terrace, too, going up into the roof space is generally a cost-effective idea. You can usually do it if you either own the house, or the top floor ...

I am trying to convert the loft of my terrace house into an extra bedroom. My plan was to change the pitched roof into a Mansard roof, so the room would have a decent amount of headroom. However, this ...