When you’re moving up in the world but just don’t have the space to show for it, there’s an obvious solution: go up into the roof.
In major cities with lots of people and a lack of housing stock, loft conversions transform the skyscape. Of couorse, from a glorified add-on box to a creative architectural space, some of them are more elaborate than others. London is particularly suited to loft conversions ? if you can’t move house due to rising costs or just prefer not to, moving on up adds value to your home while adding necessary space.

Unless you live in a conservation area, you probably won’t need planning permission to convert your loft space, though you will need to adhere to building regulations. If you can afford it, hire an architect to get the most out of your loft or attic ? though some loft conversion companies, like Central London Lofts, winners of ‘Best Loft Conversion Specialists 2016’ according to the ‘Build’ Construction and Engineering Awards, will take care of all the details for you, including collaboration with architects and designers if that’s what you prefer.
Different spaces throw up different challenges. So, make sure to try to wrap your head around the idea you may need to make compromises. For example, you may need to chill out more in your lofty space, climbing up there with every intention of having a long, relaxing bath because the reality is that often there simply isn’t su...