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Transformed Loft Spaces

What a difference a single renovation project can make. From paint jobs to entirely converted spaces, nothing gives a fresh new look to a home better than a newly remodelled loft. It's what making a space in your home your very own is all about. Here's a collection of beautifully converted loft spaces that will get those renovation ideas flowing, should you need the inspiration.

Clever beams of light

This well-lit living space makes for the ideal spot to chill out and relax after a long day at work. Decorated with neutral and minimalist tones, the entire space has got that fresh, airy feel that makes curling up and drifting away so easy. The skylight really helps open up the room, but it's those clever fixtures in the ceiling beams that really adds a warm and cosy finishing touch.

Snug room

Even the smallest loft space can be turned into someplace practical and comfortable, even if it is a bit of a squeeze. This loft has been transformed from plain-old storage

When it comes to lofty inspirations, New York is the UK’s prime location for property ideas, according to a recent article in Life & Style Property.

Last year saw a reported rise in the popularity of lateral living, with more buyers than ever opting for large, sprawling apartments instead of traditional housing. And with more homeowners converting their unused attics into liveable spaces, it’s easy to see how the New York look is in such high demand right now.

Relaxed, stylish and spacious, it’s a look that suits a converted loft perfectly. That’s why we’ve put together some of our favourite New York loft designs to get your creative juices flowing.

The Hipster Coffee House

Warm, dark and rich colours can be as comforting as a steamy cup of coffee when done right. This is where lots of natural daylight, facilitated by large windows, is so important, and compliments the darker shades to create an inviting space that’s both cosy and spacious.

Bohemian Rhapsody

Exposed brickwork goes very

It’s that time of year when homeowners everywhere start thinking about their current available living space and what they can do to make more/the most of it. An obvious answer would be to move altogether, but moving house is costly and not the most simplest of solutions - especially when you’re already settled and absolutely in love with your property and the surrounding area.

So what other options are available? Well, it’s typically a toss-up between an outward home extension on the side or rear of your property or a loft conversion. Both are excellent choices for increasing useable space but each has their own advantages over the other. It all depends on what kind of budget you have and how you intend to use your renovated space once it’s finished.

We think a loft conversion tops a home extension (pretty much) every time. But in order to help you come to a decision, we’ve listed a few good reasons why:

Cost and return on investment 

Let’s start with the most important thing; the amount

From bedrooms and bathrooms to shared living spaces, the year ahead brings hot new trends and interior design ideas for all. There’s lots of stylish concepts for you to get creative with and give your loft conversion a fresh and contemporary look. Here are 5 of the biggest design trends we think you should consider for 2015.

Banish the Beige

Neutral colours generally work in any living space, from cosy bathrooms to sprawling studios, and beige is one of those colour palettes which has been a favourite for years now - it’s safe, timeless and it works well as a base colour for exciting colour accents.

2015 is all about moving away from ‘safe’ and, if you’re feeling brave enough, embracing stronger, brighter colours that really make a statement.

Floral Influences

Floral designs and textiles are a growing trend, not only in interior design but also in the fashion industry - which generally indicates formidable staying power.

We’ve noticed some super-stylish floral print wallpapers hitting the

Simplicity is anything but simple. It requires discipline and foresight: the ability to see how a stripped-back space can be transformed into an appealing place to live. In other words, neutral is beautiful. That’s why we’ve compiled this list of some of our favourite loft/attics that aren’t afraid to bare all.

Scandinavian Blonde

This sauna-like attic renovation makes use of light-coloured wood and natural daylight in order to create an open but equally warm and inviting space. It looks fresh and absolutely begs to be filled with furniture of a similar style. Too much wood can often come across as overbearing (especially dark and stained wood) but here it has been used to lend a clean, Scandinavian, and very modern feel.

Porcelain Temple

Greys and whites are fabulous shades for creating the illusion of space, typically when space is tight. The inclusion of painted trusses adds a quirky feel that not only looks unique, it also reacts with the daylight in a dynamic way; casting dapples of

Whether you already have a loft conversion or you’re thinking of having one installed, there are some wonderful ideas out there for dressing your windows.

Windows are, after all, a massive focal point of any loft space, not to mention a major source of light. If you’re serious about creating a comfortable, functional space in your loft then you need to put some thought into how best to use them. Thankfully, we’ve managed to come up with this list of ideas to get you started.

Room With a View

This glacial white conversion is kept clean and crisp looking with an extraordinary abundance of light, facilitated by these very simple but highly effective fitted vertical blinds. It’s these bold, clean lines that help accentuate the angles of this beautiful ceiling to full effect.

New Old Look

Here is a contemporary twist on a very traditional setup. Matching blinds and bedcovers have been used to create this cosy scene, but there’s also a touch of minimalism going on here with the neutral walls

Every now and then we like to take a peak at what others are doing with their renovated lofts/attics. And not just because we love a good nose around. For a lot of homeowners, the loft holds a great deal of potential when it comes to expanding living space - so we like to showcase a few of our favourite examples as a way of inspiring you guys to go ahead and do the same.

Here are a few contemporary spaces that have caught our eye over the last couple of days. From cosy little hideaways to great big bedrooms, there’s always an opportunity to turn that unused loft into a dream project. Enjoy.

Window seats are always a popular choice for making the most of limited space. This loft conversion has been centred around a fabulous seating area for a cosy, comfortable and practical use of a small space that would otherwise be left to store old belongings. Throw cushions and blankets have been used effectively. Very homely.

Converting your loft into a bathroom can be a lot trickier than turning it