skip to main content
Photos
Photos
Advice
Stories From Houzz
Houzz Discussions
Houzz Research
Sign In
Houzz Logo Print
Explore Discussions
Design DilemmaBedroomsStorage
nitul_pancholi

Loft Conversion & another design opportunity - :-)

Nitul Pancholi
2 years ago

Part of our home renovations - we also look to complete a loft conversion. Attached are our initial designs - we are looking to create a suite type of experience. With the current designs we are not able to access the storage space in the front roof space and ideally we would like to benefit from the views on the left side of the layout as they over look the local countryside. Would love to see some additional design options and layouts you would recommend? Trying to iterate and improve further...

Featured Answer
  • PRO
    Bilton Design Ltd
    2 years ago

    A landing at the head of the stairs needs to be as long as the stair is wide

    Comments (13)

    • PRO
      MacLean Architecture + Design
      2 years ago

      It seems to me that the prime window real estate is not being used to its full potential. Perhaps moving the bath under the window will provide a nice relaxing spot for a view, and if it's free-standing, you may be able to access the eaves storage. It would then be worth considering a rooflight over the basins, which would find themselves in a darker corner.

      Nitul Pancholi thanked MacLean Architecture + Design
    • rinked
      2 years ago

      Are the dividing walls already in place? (or are they roof trusses?) What is the height where the staircase is, as in: Could the stairs be built without the corner? (Your other two staircases are directly under, right?) The entire back will be a dormer, am i correct?

      Nitul Pancholi thanked rinked
    • Nitul Pancholi
      Original Author
      2 years ago

      Thanks @rinked - currently they are W shaped roof trusses. The stairs would need the corner as continuing straight would not be an option as the height would be too low. Other two staircases are directly underneath. Yes - the back end to end will be full dormer style - it has been adjusted from the drawings so the wall covers where the blue ?'s are!

    • rinked
      2 years ago

      Eaves storage a plenty!

      Imagine hatches next to the nightstands and in the bathroom. I removed the closed off dressing area as it only chops up the grand loft feeling. Going clockwise starting top left: Window seat with storage underneath, tall wardrobe, little desk, tall wardrobe (for towels and such). Bathroom door moved over a bit, could be pocket, but a regular would be fine as well. Vanity about a meter wide, toilet, shower, eaves storage, freestanding bath. Then more tall wardrobes (either with or without the corner bit), slightly deeper wall between stairs and bed, not much else.


      Nitul Pancholi thanked rinked
    • rinked
      2 years ago

      Hmm looking at it again, wardrobe against the staircase could be drawers, medium height, to let in some more light from that large window.

      Nitul Pancholi thanked rinked
    • Nitul Pancholi
      Original Author
      2 years ago

      thinking about a more open kinda of design - bed facing towards the chimmey as we have country side views through there...this type of setup some how?


      https://media.rightmove.co.uk/46k/45890/109328357/45890_HEN140144_IMG_05_0000.jpeg

    • PRO
      Bilton Design Ltd
      2 years ago

      Building regulations would normally require a lobby to the top of the stairs for fire safety - has this been thought about?

      Nitul Pancholi thanked Bilton Design Ltd
    • rinked
      2 years ago

      Good point, @Bilton Design Ltd.

      Dressing area back in, if that counts as lobby.


      Nitul Pancholi thanked rinked
    • rinked
      2 years ago

      Or with a view from the bed


      Nitul Pancholi thanked rinked
    • PRO
      Bilton Design Ltd
      2 years ago

      A large landing is acceptable, but not a dressing room - to much fire load potential, unless other measures have been taken (sprinkler system?)

      Nitul Pancholi thanked Bilton Design Ltd
    • rinked
      2 years ago
      last modified: 2 years ago

      Would a firedoor suffice or does it need to have a certain landing space?


      (never too old to learn)

      Nitul Pancholi thanked rinked
    • Nitul Pancholi
      Original Author
      2 years ago

      Thank you for all the inputs and suggestions - we have finally settled for the following design for the loft. Sharing here for others in the future to benefit from also - thank you all for the considerations and ideas...


    Sponsored

    Reload the page to not see this specific ad anymore

    More Discussions
    Panelling hallway & cupboard
    0
    basement level renovation would love ideas please
    8
    bathroom renovation advice
    0
    Interior Material Clash?
    0
    House re-design
    0
    Ireland
    Tailor my experience with cookies

    Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.