11 loft conversion ideas you’ll completely fall in love with

If you’ve got some extra room in the unused space at the top of your house, chances are making something more of it has been on your to-do list for a while.

But where to start? Do you go for the extra bedroom so you can put guests up when they come to visit? Is it going to become the quiet home office space you’ve always dreamed of? Or can you afford to plumb in a brand new bathroom with space for a full tub and walk-in shower?

Loft conversions often take a lot of careful thought and planning before taking the plunge, but procrastination can often get in the way of a really exciting addition to your home.

So to get you a little bit closer to making your dream loft conversion a reality, here are 11 inspiring loft conversions to help you visualise what yours could look like…

Modern minimalist loft bedroom

A loft space might not seem spacious enough to convert into a large bedroom, but if you keep things simple, you might be surprised by the results.

Painting the walls light colours and choosing light wood for the flooring can create the illusion of space and brightens up what’s a usually dark area of the house (bonus points if you can open up the roof with a skylight).

Artsy loft workshop

For those who love nothing more than to find a bit of quiet time to paint, there’s no better part of the house to build into your own private studio than the last place anyone will ever look for you.

The loft is a great place to convert into a workshop to get your creative juices flowing without the added guilt that comes with accidentally splashing it onto the floor and walls.

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The secret outlook post

If you’re lucky enough to have a great view from your loft, you really don’t need to spend too much time and effort on the interior to make it an exciting addition to your home.

As long as the walls are properly insulated and the floor is sturdy enough to lie down on, all you need is a few pillows and beanbags for a snug little nook to watch the world go by from.

Quirky bedroom loft space

If you feel like the shape of your roof could be a hindrance to the loft conversion of your dreams, think again.

Loft conversions come in all shapes and sizes, and a strange roof can actually be pulled off as a feature for your bedroom with the right interior design choices.

Luxury loft bathroom with space for a tub

Bathrooms aren’t always the most spacious of rooms, so if you’re not able to fit the walk-in shower and the stand-alone tub in the upstairs one, a loft conversion might be the answer.

While it’s probably one of the trickier conversions due to the plumbing installation required, when you get it right, it’ll be practically impossible to convince you to come back downstairs.

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Tiny loft bedroom

Some lofts are especially small, but that doesn’t mean you need to resign the space to long-term storage and cobwebs.

Even the tiniest lofts can make beautiful extra bedrooms if you get creative with the space, using a rail to hang clothes instead of a full wardrobe, for example.

Cosy loft study

Finding a quiet place in the house where you can concentrate on your work proved to be somewhat frustrating during lockdown, pushing a private study to the top of a lot of homeowners’ renovation wishlists.

With a simple desk and chair setup in place, the only other essential thing you’ll need to make your home office a really pleasant spot to work is a big skylight to let the light in.

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Unique window loft conversion

 

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Lofts often feature unique windows and rafters that might be difficult to work with, but ultimately lift your conversion up to become something really one of a kind.

This loft living room uses bold colours to transform what was a dark space into somewhere the owners now want to spend most of their time.

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Book lover’s dream reading nook

 

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Being left alone with a good book is about as good as life gets for literature aficionados, so climbing a ladder into a private reading area is a bookworm’s idea of heaven.

Dedicate one wall to a built-in bookcase, drag up your favourite reading chair and invite one or two furry friends to while away a lazy afternoon with.

En-suite loft conversion

 

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Some homeowners convert lofts into a bedroom for guests, but if you’ve got the space for an en-suite bathroom, you might decide to trade up and take it for yourself.

Making the loft the master bedroom not only opens up more space, but you can also lie back and fall asleep looking at the stars every night if you position your skylight properly.

Walk-in wardrobe loft conversion

 

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Most people believe a walk-in wardrobe is only possible in luxury villas and mansions, but with a loft conversion, you can achieve something even better.

Show off your shoe collection, put up some rails and pop a bench down for a real conversation piece that fashion lovers will be desperate to talk about.

Loft conversions can certainly make a house a home, but the renovation brings a lot of mixed waste, from the clearout to the conversion itself. Choose SunSkips for the zero-hassle waste management solution for your loft renovation; book online or speak to our friendly team about your specific requirements.