Home improvers will be able to build bigger loft conversions without planning permission from next year after a rethink by ministers. The Government has bowed to industry and householder concerns that ...

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 ...

Loft conversions are a great way to expand the living space of your home and they’re often cheaper than traditional extensions. They can also add a significant amount of value to your property because ...

As TV presenter George Clarke once pointed out, the loft is often the most architecturally interesting part of a house. With unusual angles, the best light and often great views, they can make truly ...

Loft conversions used to be predictable and boring, but now interior designers are using them to add light, drama and value to our homes. In the black: this stunning refurbished former church with ...

The ceiling falling down wasn't the most worrying moment during our loft conversion. Though given the dust, rubble and gaping hole between the first and soon-to-be-built-second floor, it should have ...

Homeowners in Esher are increasingly seeking ways to make the most of their existing properties without the expense or disruption of moving. One of the most ...

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Need a room to rent in London? Well this one could be for you - if you're 5'4'' tall or less that is. This tiny room in Paddington is advertised as a "loft conversion with parquet and en suite water ...