Mezzanine Level
Instant desk When their homework is done for the day, it’s nice for teenagers to be able to switch off and enjoy just being kids – they’re still children, after all. A platform bed with built-in storage will hopefully keep some of the mess at bay, and a slide-out desk is both versatile and fun. Just don’t forget to have power points installed by the desk for laptops and overnight gadget charging.
Get away from it all Sometimes it’s nice to retreat to a quiet spot without completely shutting oneself away. The beautiful mezzanine living space in this converted dairy allows just that. It overlooks the open-plan living and kitchen space, but its height offers some privacy. The glazed sides keep the space looking light and unobtrusive and, of course, make it safe, too.
Simple loft conversion with roof lights If, due to Planning Permission or financial constraints, it’s not possible to create dormers in a tall, narrow loft like this, consider leaving the available roof space as one, open-plan room, rather than dividing it with walls, which could make for a cramped feeling. All you need here (after installing the stairs) is to insulate, refurbish and purchase your roof lights to give yourself a very pleasing room. Where headroom is concerned, every loft will be different, but you’ll probably have good head height in the area along the ridge line in which to walk, and the rest of the space can be used for storage. The costs here are relatively small, as there are no external works required – unless you have to fix a leaking roof, too.
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