Floor to Ceiling Windows
An
obvious way to maximise your home’s views is through floor to ceiling windows
in your loft conversion. These can either be used in the gable end of your roof
or on an expanse of straight wall.
If
you’re looking to create a very modern feel within your loft conversion, floor
to ceiling windows are ideal, as they give a loft apartment feel to an attic
room, particularly if you add square leading to the glass and industrial style
decor in the room itself. Just think, your own little slice of Manhattan style
living in Essex!
Low Level Skylights
If
you’ve got quite a steep pitch and high
ceilings in your new loft conversion, rather than opting for traditional
skylights which are normally higher than eye level, you could choose a bank of
lower level skylights or pitched windows.
Group
more than one pane of glass together in a bank to optimise the effect and make
sure they’re within your sightline. This way, every time you glance up, you’ll
be able to take in the views that surround you.
Balconies
Balconies
are an absolute dream for many homeowners who are lucky enough to have great
views on their doorstep. Why not take the opportunity when creating a loft
conversion to add a balcony too?
Loft
conversion balconies can come in two formats:
1) Juliette Balconies:
These are basically floor to ceiling windows with a safety rail across. Whilst
you wouldn’t be able to sit on a Juliette balcony, you could enjoy the fresh
air of having the window wide open, with the safety of the rail and the feel of
opening the room right up to the views beyond.
2) Roof terraces: If
you have a flat roof space below your loft conversion, speak to your architect
about the possibilities of turning this into a balcony. Just imagine sitting in
the tranquillity of your roof terrace, enjoying breakfast, perusing the Sunday
papers and taking in the rolling Essex countryside or the beautiful ruggedness
of the coast. Bliss!
However
you want to make the most of your views, make sure you don’t waste the
opportunity. When it comes to designing your loft conversion, speak to your
specialist contractor about how to optimise what nature has gifted you.