London Loft Conversions
London Loft Conversions
Inspecting your loft can be a very surprising and illuminating experience! If you are thinking of selling up it is a wise decision to be prepared beforehand. We don’t just specialise in loft conversions, we specialise in lofts in general! Our advice is to check your loft and find out what exactly is up there before any home inspections are made on behalf of the (potential) buyers.
We often get questions regarding the nature of planning permissions and their role in loft conversions and building extensions. Modern Attics thought it would be wise to create a guide on the blog to explaining some of the more specifics. So the essential question is; do you need permission to convert my loft into a room or to construct a dormer roof extension? Read more
Individual furniture pieces and colour choices are vital aspects of your living space but they will never cohere as a system unless they are linked together. Modern Attics would like to take you through the tips necessary to make your home a more harmonious place. This can be great for both your general well-being and property value. The goal is to make each room a fully functioning environment that helps to reveal and evoke you as an individual/couple/family. Read more
In the previous blog we explored the different types of attic conversion ideas available to a homeowner or landlord planning to expand or extend their property.
In this follow-up we thought we would explore this further and give you some more advice on what can be achieved through attic conversions. Â It all depends on what is achievable with the space you have and what exactly it is you are looking to convert it into. Read more
In a previous blog we took you through the initial safety precautions of going into the attic for any reason, pre-conversion. Read about the things to watch out for when you are up there HERE. In this follow-up blog Modern Attics wants to explore how to combat against the potential conditions and risks you may experience when going up there for a rummage around or to access specific features (i.e. the boiler). More injuries occur each year in the attic then anywhere else in the home. Most loft spaces are poorly lit cramped, full of hazards, and even structural instability.
Although January is notorious for being the most depressing time of the year, it could actually be one of the most perfect times of year for investing in the home improvements you need. The new year is when you can actually take the moments to reassess your life and make plans for a bright new year ahead. This is usually the point where people look at their homes with a critical eye and consider how they can make improvements to their current living situation without having to move out. Read more
Take into account the winter that lies ahead and be ready for it. We have discussed the idea of keeping out the cold with loft conversions previously in our blog, but the importance of reiterating the message is paramount in our eyes at Modern Attics.
25% of your heating is lost through your roof! Read more
Some people just like to do the work themselves. It’s that simple. They prefer to be their own boss and run their own show. That is always an admirable thing, to take on the responsibility of the hard work involved with major home improvements and DIY loft conversions. Read more
Bats have a bad reputation. Since Bram Stoker and the rise of Hammer Horror, bats have been pegged as the furry, airborne embodiment of evil. Meatloaf helped them out considerably in the 80s, but even that couldn’t repair the damage completely. Read more
