Sloping ceilings and tricky corner spaces are two of the most common hallmarks of a loft conversion, but they don’t have to hold back your decorating and styling. In fact, they can actually add to the space’s sense of spaciousness, lightness and airiness.
Here are some good colors for making a loft feel light and airy: Warm greys, soft pinks and white. Lofts tend to get a bit warm in the summer because they’re at the top of the house, so soft colors can help a bit with the room’s coolness. Darker colors aren’t out of the question, though. You can create an eye-catching focal point with your paint or wallpaper design on one wall of your loft. If your wall has interesting angles, then a dark wallpaper design will make a dramatic contemporary look.
Textures
Add lots of texture to your loft conversion with the right flooring and accessories. Wood floors or wood effect flooring will add colour and texture and look great with exposed beams in your loft. A warm wool rug will make your floor feel cozy under your feet and snuggle warm throw will look great on your bed.
If you like cushions, add lots of them to your bed. Choose a range of different textures to give your bed a different feel. If you don’t like cushions on your bed (we all know how annoying it is to have to move them every time you climb into bed!) there may be room for a sofa or chair where you can add one or two cushions.
Lighting
Add lots of texture to your loft conversion with the right flooring and accessories. Wood floors or wood effect flooring will add colour and texture and look great with exposed beams in your loft. A warm wool rug will make your floor feel cozy under your feet and a snuggle warm throw will look great on your bed.
If you like cushions, add lots of them to your bed. Choose a range of different textures to give your bed a different feel. If you don’t like cushions on your bed there may be room for a sofa or chair where you can add one or two cushions.
Furniture
If you have a lot of low-sloping ceilings and beams in your loft conversion, then you may not be able to fit standard-sized furniture. Be sure to measure your space carefully, including the height of the ceiling and the space available to carry furniture up to your loft. If you’re looking for the perfect fit, consider having bespoke furniture fitted for your loft conversion. Bespoke furniture will be designed specifically for your space and can provide a more seamless look.
Storage ideas
If your loft used to be a dumping ground for your Christmas decorations, DIY supplies or old toys, you’ll want to make sure you have somewhere else to keep all your stuff. It’s a good idea to include storage in your loft interior, and there are many practical ways to do this.
If you’re looking to maximise the use of your space, customised storage solutions at Detailed-Planning loft conversions Barnet can be a great way to go. For example, you can have cupboards built into your sloping eaves roof to make the most of your space. If your loft conversion is relatively small, you may want to use hidden storage. This can be achieved by installing storage drawers in your divan beds or by installing storage in the back of your headboard.
