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 ...

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It can be a cheap and relatively painless way to add space to your home, says Caroline Allen, but before you raise the roof, read our check list. One of OC Architects’ projects which incorporated a ...

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From privacy and planning permission to structure and access, there’s more to bringing your loft balcony ideas to life than first meets the eye. Whether you’re dreaming of a rooftop terrace for ...

Hannah has almost three years of experience overseeing surveys, product testing and investigations around home improvements, health and pet care. You will also need to follow building regulations ...

Converting a loft isn't a new idea — it's a method of adding more usable space to a home that's been around for decades and decades at this point. That means it's undergone a few iterations by this ...