What Is A Hip To Gable Loft Conversion?
Many properties across London and the UK feature what’s known as a ‘hipped’ roof. This essentially means that one side of the property, particularly in semi-detached buildings or end-terrace houses, has one sloping side to the roof. The problem in terms of a loft conversion here is that this sloping side means less space inside the loft.
However, where a hip-to-gable loft conversion differs is that the outside wall of your property is essentially extended to the full height of the roof – meaning that a massive amount of extra space is created within the newly extended perimeter. Certainly enough to turn your loft into an extra bedroom or living space, the hip-to-gable is a fantastic option for the right home. Furthermore, when the conversion is completed by the right building company, it will blend seamlessly into the existing aesthetic of your home.
How Much Extra Space Is Possible?
Without a hip-to-gable extension, some properties simply don’t have enough space for a loft conversion that is suitable for anything other than extra storage space. At Westway, we are experts in finding extra space and making the most of it for you and everybody else in your home. This is why the hip-to-gable is such an effective option – it creates extra space that you simply wouldn’t have had before we got to work.
In terms of the space you can expect, there’s initially the entire area within the loft as it stands today. However, if you take a look at where the slope of your roof meets the height of the room, and imagine all the space that extending the flat of the roof to the outside wall of the property would involve, then you have a good idea of how your hip-to-gable extension will look when we’re finished.
Adding Variety And Value To Your Home
In addition to all of this extra living space, which would be ideal for an extra bedroom perhaps with a stylish en-suite bathroom, your home could also increase in value. A three-bedroom home will become a four-bedroom property – and, should the day arrive when you decide to move, you may well receive the money you’ve invested back in the sale.
On the other hand, even if you stay in your current home for a lifetime, you’ll have extra space to play with every time you redecorate or redesign your living space – with an entire new room to play with for the full length of your mortgage. To get started on your London hip-to-gable loft conversion, get in touch with our team today, and we’ll help you to envision the stylish new living space you’ve dreamt of.
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