Turning the wasted area in your attic into a habitable room (or two) is one of the best ways to add space and value – but there are some loft conversion mistakes that could ruin all your efforts.

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 ...

Converting a loft is a popular way to add an extra room, but once a loft becomes a habitable space there are a few technical consequences to be aware of. One of the most important – and sometimes ...

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 ...

Question: I own a ground-floor flat and also own the freehold jointly with my neighbour who has recently expressed an interest in converting the loft space above their flat, to which I have no ...

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The penthouse unit in a historic loft conversion in Manhattan’s Tribeca neighborhood is hitting the market for $50 million, Mansion Global has learned. The duplex condo, with unobstructed Hudson River ...