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With London house prices predicted to rise by around 6-8% in 2014, homeowners in London and the UK are looking to loft conversions and home extensions as an inexpensive alternative to moving house. Loft conversions, home extensions and even kitchen extensions in London are becoming more and more popular with those who need extra space around the home. Whether it’s for work, play or the arrival of a new addition to the family; extra space is always useful. Houses in…
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If you use it wisely, a small amount of space in your home can make a big difference. That is what we discovered upon completing an extra small loft conversion in Edgware, London. The project was completed on Cool Oak Lane in just 8 weeks. The client requested a small dormer loft conversion, complete with bedroom, ensuite bathroom and walk-in wardrobe. In spite of these in depth requests, the space that the Simply Loft team were asked to work with…
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Some refurbish a home to increase the amount of high quality space available, others redecorate to breathe new life into a room and give themselves a timely pick-me-up, but another group does so to increase the value of their home. With so much property up for grabs in the London market, sellers must do everything they can to gain the competitive edge. But encouraging the buyer to choose you is only half the battle. Getting the best price possible is…
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Hip-to-Gable Loft Conversions in London Hip-to-gable loft conversions are a popular solution for homeowners seeking to maximise the potential of their roof space. These conversions are specifically designed for properties with ‘hipped roofs’, characterised by their sloping sides. Typically found on detached or semi-detached homes, these roofs can be transformed into valuable living areas with the construction of a hip-to-gable loft conversion. The process involves extending and building upon the hipped end of the roof, creating a gable…
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Simply Loft, London’s leading loft conversion specialist was recently contracted to help a growing family in West London maximise space in their penthouse apartment. With the costs of moving home in London still on the rise, the couple wanted to remain in the area they knew and loved and instead unleash the potential of converting their loft into not one but two separate nurseries. However this was no ordinary project. The property had two separate roofs, so the challenge lay…
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Continuing on our theme of looking at various types of loft conversions, we’re taking a closer look at mansard loft conversions this week. What is a mansard loft conversion? A mansard loft conversion alters the structure of a sloping roof to a near straight slope at an angle of 72 degrees. Windows are built into the roof as small dormers or even Juliette balconies are feasible. The mansard conversion is usually erected to the rear of a property and is…
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For increased living space, or your own personal enjoyment, loft conversions in London are probably the most effective and affordable home improvements. We recently ran a survey, and more than 600 Londoners were asked which aspect of their home they’d most like to change. Incredibly, just 8% of them chose their loft. But for all of the reasons they wanted a change, loft conversions are actually the best bet. When asked for their motivation to modify their home, a whopping…
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