Loft Conversions

Maximise the space, which you already own! The ideal way to utilise your current space and add value to your home. Convert and create a rarely used area into a light and airy work space, play space or whatever suits. If you need inspiration Summerbee’s will help with design, liaising closely with architects, structural engineers and surveyors ensures client requirements are prioritised and the space is utilised to its full potential, whilst conforming to local building regulations which is particularly relevant to property is a listed building, or in a conservation area.

The Floating Loft System
Summerbees have devised a system which will incorporate the current roof structure to minimise structural disruption, a local architect has adjusted basic plans to suit, a further advantage is that the system can be used in almost any loft/ attic. Benefits of our unique 'Floating Loft System' include:

• Very little disruption to the originial roof structure
• Allows works to be completed more efficiently than traditional methods
• Makes the most of available space
• Approved innovation by local architects and structural engineers.

A quote from Luke Summerbee:

"We devised the floating loft system a few years ago, to increase efficiency and protect our clients homes. The versatility allows us to use it in lofts with all sorts of shapes, sizes and angles, and our clients are increasingly amazed at the finished workmanship."

Questions Answered
Why are loft conversions such a popular choice?

Increase the market value of your home by adding extra space. The space generated by converting a previously unused area of your home will increase the value of your home significantly.

• Minimum disruption to the present house and structure, benefit from our experience and efficiency.
• Straight forward systems, we conform to building regulation and planning policy.
• Opportunity to add style or blend in -Either in theme or a using a modern approach.
• Extra natural light, ventilation and views; spread daylight downwards with well placed windows.

The Dormer
Take advantage of the footprint of your house or bungalow. A dormer can project from one aspect and continue the building line from the rooms below, or span the entire house front aspect through to rear.

The roof will be either pitched of flat. Decorative materials such as hanging tiles, wood or pvc sheets can be used to improve aesthetics of a dormer, sympathetic to the character of your property or to add a modern touch.

The Attic Room

Acquire a whole new room by adding appropriate window lighting, a structurally sound floor, a useable attractive fireproofed stair access, partition plastered walls, insulation, electricity points, lighting, plumbing and heating.