Loft Renovation Before and After
Building a loft in a room with high vaulted ceiling. Before, during, and after images of a recent loft addition project. Clicking on the small images below will open them into full sizes loft renovation photos.
The homeowner thought the over-size entry was a waste of usable living spaces. He and his wife wanted more rooms for fun and comfort. They decided adding a loft to a high ceiling is the best way to go for them. So our crew added a kid’s playroom loft in a vaulted ceiling in the entry way. And combined it with an existing hallway upstairs over the large entryway. This new enclosure offered the opportunity for adding a new living room / piano room in the newly converted entry way space. It turned out pretty nice. The client was very happy with it!
Before
Entry way next to front door had large vaulted ceiling and lots of open space. Client wanted to convert that open space into another living room. So this is what we consider an internal room addition, AKA “adding in” instead of “adding on”. In the vaulted section there will be a loft addition, which is also “adding in” a room addition.
During
Construction was smooth and clean. We framed in a ceiling and made it seamless with the existing ceiling and walls. Client wanted a “stylish” look to his ceiling so we suggested a recessed portion with recessed lighting. They loved the idea so we were happy to oblige. Also, upstairs they wanted an open “airy” feeling so we went with a partial half wall.
They chose the colors and then our painting contractors did their thing. We were also able find a complimentary new carpet for the loft that went well with the existing carpet in the hallway and bedrooms. This gave it a distinct feel of a different room while still matching the overall color scheme. So it all looked fantastic together.
After
The recessed ceiling and lights helped to give a larger feeling to a now lower ceiling height. Obviously the vaulted ceiling was much higher but the finished project doesn’t feel small or confining. On the contrary it feels comfy, welcoming, and cozy. Upstairs is now very open and airy, meeting their request. The kids love their new loft playroom! And our clients are enjoying all the extra living space after their living room “add in” and loft addition.
Key Highlights of the Loft Renovation Project:
- Innovative Design Approach: The project commenced with a meticulous design phase, where our team conceptualized an innovative loft addition that seamlessly integrated with the existing structure. The design aimed to not only enhance the overall aesthetics but also optimize the available space for a more functional and comfortable living environment.
- Overcoming Challenges: The case study provides insight into the challenges faced during the renovation process, including structural considerations, layout adjustments, and ensuring the loft addition aligned with the client’s vision. Our skilled team navigated these challenges with precision, showcasing their commitment to delivering exceptional results.
- Transformation Process: The case study captures the progression of the loft addition project. From the initial stages of deconstruction to the meticulous construction process, a transparent view of the transformation emerges.
- Stunning Before-and-After Comparisons: The heart of the case study lies in the loft addition before and after images, highlighting the remarkable metamorphosis of the space. The juxtaposition of the original setting with the newly added loft demonstrates HK Construction’s ability to breathe new life into existing structures.
Loft Renovation Adds More Living Space
A loft renovation adds for more living space because it involves taking an empty unused space in your home (such as an empty vaulted ceiling space) and transforming it into a usable room. Homeowners needing more living space can turn their vaulted ceiling into a bedroom, gym, home office or storage space.
Loft Renovation sample image courtesy iStock Photos.
Compared to the cost of building a typical room addition, loft construction is much lower cost. For this reason and all the benefits that additional living space offers, they are becoming quite popular among San Diego residents.
If you’re planning on undertaking a DIY loft renovation / conversion construction project, you need to know that the process can be very complicated. And it does involve a lot of work. This is why so many people prefer to have an experienced building contractor handle the job of creating a loft addition for more living space. Especially someone who specializes in loft conversions like HK Construction.
Determining the Feasibility
The first thing you need to do is inspect the space where you intend to build your loft to determine if the dimensions will accommodate the conversion.
On entering the area you need to figure out if there is enough space under the ridge of your roof for a loft. To have enough headroom, there should ideally be 8 feet (2.45 m). However, some people get by with just 7 feet (2.1 m). There must also be at least 6.5 feet of clearance above positioning of the access stairs.
Check your roof to ensure that there are no leaks. If you see dark stains on the rafters you most likely do have a leak. So then roof repairs should happen first before the loft conversion since you will be building dormers and installing windows that will protrude through the roof.
Because the roof slopes and you need a certain amount of headroom, the feasibility of having a loft depends on whether you have a minimum height of about 7.5 feet (2.2 m) from the joist up to the apex. If your space meets this measurement then your home likely has the potential of accommodating a new loft.
To be sure, you may want to give HK Construction a call to schedule an on-site visit for a professional opinion. And then we can give you an estimate for doing the loft conversion for you.
Strengthening the Structure
The ceiling joists that exist in most homes are usually only strong enough to support the ceiling, not any additional weight. This means that additional support is necessary to transfer the load from the loft floor over to the walls. The alignment of the roof supports would most likely require change as well. This would significantly increase the pressure at certain points on the floor of the house.
Figuring all this out yourself and doing the work is a huge job and therefore a very risky undertaking.
Benefits of Adding Loft Conversion Living Space
If you have a vaulted or cathedral ceiling, you may be able to add a bedroom, office, or storage space without building an addition. That empty space above your living room isn’t just for looks, it could be a fully functional loft.
Having more living space with your new loft offers many benefits. Oftentimes, as much as 30% of the potential usable space in a home, is located in the proposed loft area. By converting your vaulted ceiling you can gain a large amount of living space for use as a bedroom, office, entertainment or kid’s playroom.
Many growing families decide to do a loft conversion in order to create more space so they can avoid the stress and cost of selling their home to move to a larger, more expensive home.
HK Construction has years of experiencing doing loft renovations in San Diego. So please call today to schedule a quote.
Free Quote
Are you ready for a free consultation? Let’s chat about your wants and needs concerning adding more living space into your home. Adding a loft to a high ceiling could be right for you and your home. Call us for a free in person price quote. While we can give you a broad price range estimate over the phone, we can give your a near exact quote in person. That’s because we need to see the project and take measurements. Then we go back to our office and research pricing on materials and labor. Then we you’ll provide you with a detailed price quote for your loft addition project and/or room addition.
Contact
Company: HK Construction, Inc.
Owner: Marc Gieselmann
Location: Poway, CA.
Phone: (858) 748-6580
Email: hkc@cox.net
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Why Choose HK Construction?
- 25+ years of loft construction experience
- Member of NARI (National Association of the Remodeling Industry)
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