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How to have a loft conversion during the Covid-19 pandemic lockdown

May 11, 2020

General, Loft Conversion Projects, Simply Loft News

One of the key questions we are asked here at Simply Loft is – can I have a loft conversion throughout the covid-19 pandemic and lockdown period? The answer is, yes it is still possible. Here, we’ll take you through the steps we need to follow in order to provide you with your dream loft conversion. For many people, a loft conversion is still an excellent way of releasing extra space in a home, creating further bedroom/s and adding value…

Loft Conversion Designs

September 22, 2019

General, Loft Conversion Designs, Loft conversion ideas, Loft Conversion Interior Design

How to Design a Loft Conversion If you are thinking of embarking on expanding your home with a loft conversion, then it is important to consider how to maximise the space available in your existing roof, what the room will be used for and how you would like to design the interior. Simply Loft are a design and build loft conversion specialist and we have completed well over 850 projects to date so we know what to look for design…

Small Loft Conversions

July 2, 2019

General, Loft Conversion Designs, Loft conversion types, Small Loft Conversions

Small Loft Conversions If you are considering converting your home with a loft conversion but are worried that you don’t have enough space in your roof to convert it into a habitable space, then speak to the experts at Simply Loft. In London, it is very common to find smaller homes as space is at a premium. Typical housing types that are suitable for a small loft conversion are period terrace homes, which are found all over London and the…

Loft Conversions In Conservation Areas

May 15, 2019

General, Loft Conversions Conservation Areas, London Loft Conversions

Loft Conversions For Conservation Areas Conservation areas are classed as being of architectural or historical interest to the local town or area. When it comes to planning purposes they are protected by a special conservation planning act. So if you are lucky to live in one of these areas, you may be wondering whether you will be able to carry out a loft conversion and what will it potentially look like? Will I need planning permission for a loft conversion…

Loft conversion for a Maisonette

March 28, 2019

Loft conversion types, Types of Loft Conversion

Maisonettes are popular and desirable properties in London. They tend to have larger dimensions than many other types of property and are more common in London’s more prestigious postcodes, such as Maida Vale and in South London. It may surprise you, but if your maisonette is on the top floor of your building and there is enough roof space, you may be able to expand into the loft. What is a maisonette? Maisonettes are common in London, comprising of two…

What you need to know for a loft conversion for a top floor flat or maisonette

February 25, 2019

Loft Conversion Projects, London Loft Conversions

In London, just over half of all housing are flats, apartments or maisonettes. This is considerably higher than the rest of the country where on average only 20% of housing stock comprises of flats. With the majority of Londoners living in apartments, space has become a premium. Unlike a house, adding to your home may seem an impossibility, however, it may come as a surprise to many top floor flat or maisonette owners that it is possible, in some cases…

Loft Conversions For Landlords And Investors

January 31, 2019

Loft conversion rental, London Loft Conversions

If you are a landlord or property investor, you may be able to increase your rental yield or resale value by adding a loft conversion to your rented property. According to building society Nationwide, a loft conversion can add up to 20% to the value of your property. They also go on to say that adding an extra bathroom can add 4.9% to your property, while increasing the floor area by 10% can add another 5.1% to the property’s overall…

How to decorate a bedroom

January 11, 2019

Child Friendly loft conversions, General, Loft Conversion Interior Design, Loft Conversion Projects

When homeowners decide on a loft conversion, it’s usually to add more bedrooms to the house. Whether it’s because you have a growing family or want to create a luxury master bedroom suite that will become your haven, we have some top tips and innovative ideas on how best to decorate your loft bedroom. Luxury master bedroom suite If you want to create a space fit to adorn the pages of interior design magazines, then ensuring you have excellent storage…

Loft Conversions for New Build Homes

October 12, 2018

Loft Conversion Projects, London Loft Conversions, New Build Loft Conversions

Call Now! 0800 917 7571 or Get A Quote We have updated our notes and advice for people seeking information on Loft Conversions on New Build Properties.

Loft conversions: colour trends 2019

September 17, 2018

Loft Conversion Designs, Loft Conversion Interior Design, Loft Conversion Projects

Loft conversions: colour trends 2019 When it comes to interior designing your loft space, colour is one of the most important things to consider. Whether it’s what colour to paint your walls, the hues of your soft furnishings or tiles for your loft bathroom, the colour you choose will be what defines your new space. To help you find the right colours for your attic conversion, we take a look at the hues that are trending right now and the…