Home & Garden Architecture

Remodeling to Make Loft Space

    Walls

    • Since the walls need to be removed to make a loft space, you need to be certain that the reinforced beams remain intact. These beams ensure that the ceilings won't collapse. Be careful when removing walls. Find out whether a wall is load-bearing or non-bearing by consulting a professional, who can determine whether the wall supports the structure of a room or upper level.

    Lighting

    • Many loft spaces are unfinished and do not have a traditional lighting setup to highlight specific areas. Some lofts feature numerous windows that allow natural light to shine in, but that is not always be the case. While lamps are one option for a loft space, you might want to install a track lighting system. Track lighting is installed on the ceiling and features numerous bulbs in a row that can be adjusted to focus on different spaces within the loft.

    Privacy

    • A disadvantage of a loft space is the lack of privacy, especially when sleeping or changing clothes. You can deal with this by setting up partial room dividers, bookcases and drapes. A room divider or screen can double as a piece of art, and bookcases serve a dual purpose by displaying objects as well as books. Drapes can hang from the ceiling and bring a stylish decor to the space.

    Storage

    • One of issues when remodeling to make a loft space includes where to store extra items. Because lofts are open spaces, extra space in cabinets, closets and drawers may be limited. Storage items may include extra linens, winter clothing and cleaning supplies. One way to combat this issue is to purchase furniture pieces that double as storage containers.

      For example, some beds come with drawers on the bottom where extra linens and winter clothes can be stored. Bookcases may come with cabinets at the bottom that can hold cleaning supplies and keep them out of sight. Ottomans that have interior storage components can hold blankets and pillows.

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