We can name the top ten reasons why you should live in Woolworth. But we are not going to, because if you already live there, we are sure you know them all. No matter how great a neighbourhood is, if your home feels limited, it can affect your life choices, including staying put. Most homeowners move to upsize. However, it isn’t for those with a limited budget or who love their locality. Loft conversions Woolworth can turn things around by offering space solutions right within your loft. And, when done to perfection, they boost your home’s value too.
Loft conversions are a method of creating extra space without expanding the footprint of a property. These conversions capitalise on the previously overlooked or underutilised loft areas unique to Victorian and 1930s properties, transforming them into living areas. Opting for a loft conversion is a highly effective means of boosting property value, particularly when the alternative of upsizing proves costly. By enlisting the services of professionals to design and construct a loft conversion of superior quality, you can significantly enhance the resale value of your property. Depending on the chosen or viable type of loft conversion, you can add an extra bedroom, a luxurious master bedroom with an en suite, a bathroom, a playroom, or a home office.
Rooflight Conversions – often called Velux conversions, they offer a practical solution for transforming your loft into a usable area by incorporating roof windows, flooring, insulation, staircases, and finishes. It is the most cost-effective loft conversion to undertake if your loft space has the required head height. Throughout a roof light conversion, strategically positioned windows on the roof slope allow natural light and ventilation to permeate the converted space. These windows are seamlessly integrated into the existing roofline, typically installed flush with the roof surface for a harmonious aesthetic.
Dormer Loft Conversions – these create additional space with box-shaped extensions that extend vertically from the existing roof slope, typically at the rear or side of the property. Dormers not only provide functional floor space but also offer increased headroom. Additionally, they incorporate dormer windows that allow ample natural light to illuminate the converted area while enhancing the overall visual appeal of the transformation.
Hip-to-Gable Conversions – they maximise space in a hipped roof loft by replacing the hip of the roof with a gable end. The roof extends from the existing roof ridge to meet the walls. 1930s semi-detached and end of terrace homes can find more functional space with this loft conversion.
L-shaped Conversions- they involve the placement of two dormers at a right angle to each other, with one positioned on the main roof and the other on the rear roof. This configuration is commonly incorporated into Victorian properties that have a rear outrigger. L-shaped conversions can create two separate rooms within the loft space. In some cases, there may even be a half dormer at the rear, providing additional space for a balcony.
Mansard Loft Conversions – their unique style creates substantial space for a large open-plan area or multiple rooms, depending on the size of your property. Typically constructed at the rear of the property, this conversion involves a significant alteration to the entire roof plane. The roof gets transformed into an almost vertical side angled at a minimum of 72 degrees. The Mansard roof itself is flat with a subtle slope, and small dormers are incorporated to house the windows, allowing natural light to flood the converted space.
How much you have to spend on your Woolworth loft conversion principally depends on the design, size, and materials. Use our free consultation service and receive a no-obligation itemised quote to understand the costs better.
Room in the roof conversion (basic) – £35,000
Dormer loft extension – £50,000
Mansard extension – £60,000 – £65,000
Hip-to-gable extension – £65,000
L-shaped extension – £65,000 – £75,000
Loft conversions should be value-adding, functional structures that add to a home’s aesthetic beauty. Numerous things can go wrong when doing it yourself. These flaws and miscalculations can significantly diminish the value of your property. For your loft conversion to turn out to be a desirable asset, it is crucial to enlist the services of professionals who can handle the design, construction, and finishing aspects with expertise.
Loft conversions necessitate strict adherence to building regulations, and accurate assessments are essential to determine if your plans fall within permitted development rights or whether you need planning permission. To ensure the structural integrity of your home and the new addition, the guidance of a structural engineer is indispensable. A reputable loft conversion company will address all necessary considerations and assist you in creating elegant spaces that seamlessly integrate with the existing architecture.
Our team of architects specialises in innovative space solutions for both small and large loft spaces in Victorian and 1930s properties across London. Each project begins with a bespoke design phase, where our plans get crafted to align with your unique preferences, lifestyle, and needs. We even create 3D designs for you to experience your space using AR and VR. Our professionals are well-versed in period architecture, ensuring the designs seamlessly integrate with the existing architecture and aesthetics.
Rest assured, our design phase comes on a separate contract, and you only proceed to sign the building contract if you are happy and ready to bring the designs to life. We prioritise flexibility and never burden our clients with lengthy contracts.
We submit the necessary paperwork, from planning permission to building control applications. We assist with party wall agreements and preparing method statements. Throughout the build process, a dedicated project manager diligently oversees it all.
The loft conversion cost usually depends on design features, materials, and the overall square footage. Generally, simpler designs and smaller floor areas tend to have lower costs. However, it’s important to consider that each property has its unique advantages that may favour one type of conversion over others. Opting for a design that effectively maximises space and value will ultimately provide a better return on investment.
How we deliver projects
Our process is simple and divided into two distinct phases with separate contracts: Design and Build. As a client you only commit to one phase at a time depending on what stage of the process you are in. Each phase consists of three stages as described below.
1. Design
This is the kick-off point for your project. We carry out a complete architectural measured survey of the property. This allows us to create accurate CAD design drawings. This is followed by a design meeting to start discussing your ideas in more detail.
2. Planning
At this stage we finalise the designs with you and start preparing planning applications as needed. We place a high priority on ensuring that plans, designs and schedules are all based on a thorough and detailed understanding of planning guidelines. We co-ordinate with local authorities until the decision is made, and the planning approval is secured.
3. Technical
Once the planning consent is secured, we translate the design drawings into more detailed technical drawings for the purposes of building control and construction. This also includes specifications and structural calculations. At this stage, we will also submit to you our ‘no obligation’ quote for the build phase.
4. Pre-build
90% of our clients decide to stick with us after the design phase is completed. Once the build contract is signed, we kick off the process by making sure all the pre-build processes are complete. These include assistance with party wall agreements, Thames Water build over agreement, submitting building control application, and preparing method statements etc as needed. This stage ends with a pre-start meeting with your foreman before the actual build begins.
5. Build
One of our foremen will be dedicated to your project and will be on-site to manage everyday works. Our project managers will be overseeing the works to make sure they are completed to high standards, within your budget and on time. Throughout the process we will keep you updated with the progress and coordinate the works with third parties such as kitchen or flooring suppliers. We will also advise and guide you to choose any suppliers if needed.
6. Handover
As the build draws to finish, we will help to iron out any ‘snags’ to make sure everything is completed to your satisfaction. We will put together all necessary certificates such as gas, electricity and building control completion along with warranties for glazing, boiler etc. At the final completion meeting, we will hand you these documents, together with the keys to your house. Needless to say, you can contact us any time after this, if you want us to look at something.
This is the kick-off point for your project. We carry out a complete architectural measured survey of the property. This allows us to create accurate CAD design drawings. This is followed by a design meeting to start discussing your ideas in more detail.
At this stage we finalise the designs with you and start preparing planning applications as needed. We place a high priority on ensuring that plans, designs and schedules are all based on a thorough and detailed understanding of planning guidelines. We co-ordinate with local authorities until the decision is made, and the planning approval is secured.
Once the planning consent is secured, we translate the design drawings into more detailed technical drawings for the purposes of building control and construction. This also includes specifications and structural calculations. At this stage, we will also submit to you our ‘no obligation’ quote for the build phase.
90% of our clients decide to stick with us after the design phase is completed. Once the build contract is signed, we kick off the process by making sure all the pre-build processes are complete. These include assistance with party wall agreements, Thames Water build over agreement, submitting building control application, and preparing method statements etc as needed. This stage ends with a pre-start meeting with your foreman before the actual build begins.
One of our foremen will be dedicated to your project and will be on-site to manage everyday works. Our project managers will be overseeing the works to make sure they are completed to high standards, within your budget and on time. Throughout the process we will keep you updated with the progress and coordinate the works with third parties such as kitchen or flooring suppliers. We will also advise and guide you to choose any suppliers if needed.
As the build draws to finish, we will help to iron out any ‘snags’ to make sure everything is completed to your satisfaction. We will put together all necessary certificates such as gas, electricity and building control completion along with warranties for glazing, boiler etc. At the final completion meeting, we will hand you these documents, together with the keys to your house. Needless to say, you can contact us any time after this, if you want us to look at something.
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This project was completed in 2023 and the approximate budget was £101,000.
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