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POLL: Basement or loft?

Tom Flanagan
vor 9 Jahren
zuletzt bearbeitet:vor 7 Jahren

It's no secret that we love extensions here in the UK and Ireland, but which would you prefer - a cool basement extension, or a trendy loft?
Leave us a comment and vote away!

Basement!
Loft!
Neither
Both!
Hervorgehobene Antwort
  • gravel41
    vor 9 Jahren
    Can both be an option?
    I'm leaning towards attic because I love architectural features like sloped ceilings, we have an attic conversion and it's so cosy.
    So it would depend on the ceiling in the basement.
    Now if the basement were vaulted...

    Kommentare (80)

    • PRO
      nest
      vor 8 Jahren

      Loft is a much more cost effective way to gain extra space

    • PRO
      ParkerClark Architecture and Design
      vor 8 Jahren

      Its a context dependant issue but both can produce affective results.

    • PRO
      Designitures
      vor 8 Jahren

      Loft without a doubt. An amazing opportunities using daylight

    • PRO
      Architectural Studio
      vor 8 Jahren

      Loft conversions are always a great way to make extra useable space. Adding balconies and creating external areas with a view makes the project far more exciting.

    • PRO
      Emmet O'Donnell Architect
      vor 8 Jahren

      Well modified basement and loft spaces can enhance your quality of life

    • PRO
      Darragh Lynch Architects
      vor 8 Jahren

      Lovely room which makes it really easy to get out into the garden

    • PRO
      J.Robinson Building Contractors
      vor 8 Jahren

      We'd like either but the loft looks great

    • David
      vor 7 Jahren

      basements are cool, but you need deep pockets

    • PRO
      DOMESTIC ARCHITECTURE DEVELOPMENT
      vor 7 Jahren

      The basement opens up lots of new space

    • PRO
      Central London Lofts
      vor 7 Jahren

      We find that our clients loved loft conversion..

      Lee Road, SE3 · Mehr Info

      www.centrallondonloft.co.uk

    • PRO
      TOR Interiors
      vor 7 Jahren

      We at Tor Interiors are huge fans of a loft space - great light!

    • PRO
      Timbers Building Ltd.
      vor 7 Jahren

      It depends on your looking for. Basements offer more room, but can you beat the light and airy feeling of a loft?

    • PRO
      Insight Architects and Designers Ltd
      vor 7 Jahren

      We love loft space. Big or small they give light airy and flexible space - and they pay for themselves!

    • PRO
      Nicola Richardson Architects Ltd
      vor 7 Jahren

      Basement, great for usable space and adding more living space

    • PRO
      Progression Architects Ltd.
      vor 7 Jahren

      It really depends on what space you are looking at trying to create, they both have there own benefits and it's what you make of the space rather than the space itself!

    • PRO
      Dublin Design Studio
      vor 7 Jahren
      Zuletzt geändert: vor 7 Jahren

      Really depends on your particular site, however the end goal is the same - space and light - so go up, go down - it's all good!!

    • PRO
      BLD Contractors
      vor 7 Jahren

      We find our clients prefer loft conversion better than basements.

    • PRO
      Red Raven Design Ltd
      vor 7 Jahren

      Lofts are generally easier to convert but a basement may be more appropriate for a room use that is noisy or requires more seclusion.

    • PRO
      Keller Architects
      vor 7 Jahren

      Really bright basement spaces -difficult to achieve but can be very dramatic if successfully done!

    • PRO
      C-Side Architectural Design Ltd
      vor 7 Jahren

      I prefer a loft conversion as it can be a great source of light into other areas of the house.

    • PRO
      Lucas Construction Design & Build Ltd
      vor 7 Jahren

      Much more cost effective than Basement,shorter build time

    • PRO
      Barrie Simons & Associates
      vor 7 Jahren

      Loft conversions are generally cheaper and easier than basements.

    • PRO
      Loader Monteith Architects
      vor 7 Jahren

      We voted for basement

    • PRO
      Sara Connolly Architect
      vor 7 Jahren

      Light & views are always a possibility with a loft extension.

    • PRO
      Airedale Architects
      vor 7 Jahren

      Great space.

    • PRO
      Heath Coombe Architecture
      vor 7 Jahren

      I voted on the loft

    • PRO
      KPCL Architecture
      vor 7 Jahren

      Great simple loft design. Definitely an idea to show to our current client.

    • PRO
      User
      vor 7 Jahren

      Bright and nice!

    • PRO
      MatLab Architecture
      vor 7 Jahren

      Basement! I'm creating a cave for the kids at the moment!

    • PRO
      hales marshall design architects
      vor 7 Jahren

      voted for basement as these space can add more interest to the house and can be more inspirational

    • PRO
      Dulwich Design Kitchens Ltd
      vor 7 Jahren

      I voted on the loft.

    • PRO
      Yorkshire Fabric Shop
      vor 7 Jahren

      Lofts are a lot more creative

    • PRO
      Cupola Design Ltd
      vor 7 Jahren
      Zuletzt geändert: vor 7 Jahren

      Basements give the opportunity to develop spaces with greater flexibility where planning restrictions do not allow to grow higher or you have already developed your loft.

    • hounoc
      vor 7 Jahren
      Zuletzt geändert: vor 7 Jahren

      Basements feel claustrophobic. Also I'd worry about whether they are done properly (even more so as a neighbour) so that they won't cause settlement problems etc. Loft all the way.

    • PRO
      Conbu Interior Design
      vor 7 Jahren

      I'd love a basement to open onto a patio & wouldn't say no to a loft conversion too. The more space the better

    • PRO
      Love Shutters UK
      vor 7 Jahren

      I love loft conversions, great light coverage for the room and possibility of lovely views.

    • hounoc
      vor 7 Jahren

      Is it a basement extension if it opens to a patio or is it just a ground floor?

    • PRO
      Starlight Loft Conversions Ltd
      vor 7 Jahren

      Obviously I have chosen the loft. Always light and airy.

    • PRO
      DP Refurbishment Ltd
      vor 7 Jahren

      Basement! Great use of space

    • lisa77226
      vor 7 Jahren
      Why would you go underground and lose daylight if you have the option to go up and keep it?!
    • Stephen Edwards
      vor 7 Jahren

      I'm another who likes the idea of both. I do have two large basement rooms where I live now, it's a sloping site; if I can ever afford it (and get planning consent), the biggest one which faces the road will have the door widened so that it can be used as a garage. The loft is huge but I don't need any more rooms up there, as this was meant to be a downsize so they'd be unused.

    • PRO
      User
      vor 7 Jahren

      Loft Definitely - Light & bright perfect for the summer and cozy in the Winter!

    • PRO
      Richard Ruddick Architecture
      vor 7 Jahren

      Basement extensions with full height doors for maximum light are great.

    • PRO
      Parker Developments
      vor 7 Jahren

      I would normally recommend a loft conversion as it is a lot cheaper, but if you have the money basements are becoming more and more popular these days

    • PRO
      Exbury Homes Ltd
      vor 7 Jahren

      Loft conversion is straightforward Basements can be diificult

    • PRO
      HAMILTON COURT DEVELOPMENTS LTD
      vor 7 Jahren
      Zuletzt geändert: vor 7 Jahren

      From a developer's l perspective basements can be a nightmare to build (and very costly)! We do normally try to incorporate them and the trend in London is to build mega basements. In most of our developments the basement will house the plant equipment so is a necessity but we have also built basements for clients that contain cinema rooms & games rooms. If you're thinking about doing a basement just make sure you check your costings!

    • PRO
      Martyn J Pearson & Associates
      vor 7 Jahren

      Effective use of space

    • PRO
      Essex and London Construction ELC
      vor 3 Jahren

      Basements are a great way to add a feature space to your home, such as a games room or home cinema! Our Clients in London, mainly Clapham, South Kensington, Greenwich and Hackney love them as they can gain extra space without moving home. If you want to work to more of a budget, lofts are far easier and cheaper options to create additional space.

      Tara Taylor
Project Manager
Essex and London Construction, Basements, Extensions and Loft Conversions Limited
tara.taylor@essexandlondonconstruction.com
www.essexandlondonconstruction.com

    • E D
      vor 3 Jahren

      Please stop spamming.

    • mii2
      vor 3 Jahren

      Have to say Tara you have had a busy day getting your company details on so many posts today, even to the point of raking back to 2015. Are these all business associates that you are name checking?

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