In this Victorian terrace in South Norwood, the owners wanted to unlock the unused roof space with an L-shaped dormer. Their brief was ambitious: a full new floor with a bedroom, bathroom, fitted storage and even a hallway reading nook. As a designer themselves, the client had a strong vision for how it should look and feel.
The L-shape layout gave the extra footprint needed while keeping the character of the house. We added internal glass panels in the hallway so light could flow through, but still kept each space defined. The bathroom was fitted with hidden storage and a freestanding bath, while the new hallway was shaped around a reading corner with space for a chair and shelving.
The client’s ideas gave the loft its personality. A deep green feature wall in the bedroom sits alongside the original exposed chimney breast. In the bathroom, bright forest wallpaper, a yellow-and-blue vanity unit and classic subway tiles work together in a playful mix. The multi-coloured staircase leading up to the new floor is the finishing touch, turning the loft into a space that feels completely their own.
With a busy household to consider, we kept most of the heavy work outside on the scaffolding before linking the loft back into the house. This allowed the family to carry on with daily life with as little disruption as possible.
The conversion delivered a new level with real character. It includes a bright bedroom with fitted wardrobes, an en-suite with a bath and a hallway reading nook that doubles as a quiet retreat. The family now have the extra space they needed, but also a floor that feels personal and creative.
The clients told us the loft captured exactly what they had imagined. It has given them the space they needed, but also a part of the house that reflects their own design style.
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