ᐅ Attic conversion in a 25-degree hip roof – a practical undertaking?
Created on: 24 Oct 2023 13:38
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Hausgestalten
Hello forum,
We are considering purchasing a large bungalow with 200m² (2,150 sq ft) of living space. Despite the generous size, there are only three rooms, and we are missing two additional rooms (children’s bedrooms) for our family. We want to rule out dividing the space with drywall partitions because the floor plan (window distribution, hallway location) does not support this well. The bungalow is very well-maintained (and only 8 years old) and feels well-designed in its layout.
Now the question is to what extent this bungalow has potential for converting the attic. The building footprint measures 22m x 12.5m (72 ft x 41 ft).
Are there any self-builders here who have completed an attic conversion with a 25-degree roof pitch? Are dormer windows necessary, or would floor-to-ceiling skylights (such as Velux windows) also create a good room atmosphere? How much usable space could we realistically gain?
Another question relates to the costs of such a project. Would a budget of $50,000 be sufficient, or is that too low?
Thank you in advance for sharing your experiences.
We are considering purchasing a large bungalow with 200m² (2,150 sq ft) of living space. Despite the generous size, there are only three rooms, and we are missing two additional rooms (children’s bedrooms) for our family. We want to rule out dividing the space with drywall partitions because the floor plan (window distribution, hallway location) does not support this well. The bungalow is very well-maintained (and only 8 years old) and feels well-designed in its layout.
Now the question is to what extent this bungalow has potential for converting the attic. The building footprint measures 22m x 12.5m (72 ft x 41 ft).
Are there any self-builders here who have completed an attic conversion with a 25-degree roof pitch? Are dormer windows necessary, or would floor-to-ceiling skylights (such as Velux windows) also create a good room atmosphere? How much usable space could we realistically gain?
Another question relates to the costs of such a project. Would a budget of $50,000 be sufficient, or is that too low?
Thank you in advance for sharing your experiences.
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hanghaus202325 Oct 2023 13:40You can go through K2. There is a door there.
Converting the attic into living space does not make financial sense.
Converting the attic into living space does not make financial sense.
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Hausgestalten25 Oct 2023 14:03hanghaus2023 schrieb:
Yes, I have already seen a video about that. It’s possible. But your roof is about 400m2 (4,300 sq ft), so 12 k is hardly enough.
Whether this is structurally feasible for the house needs to be clarified, and where the staircase would go as well. The estimate then moves toward 200 k.The question is whether, given the building costs and the shortage of land, it’s possible to buy a similarly sized property for a total of 800k. Plots in our municipality range from 300 to 600 m2 (3,200 to 6,500 sq ft). The bungalow is situated on 1,400 m2 (15,000 sq ft), undeveloped land next to a horse paddock...W
WilderSueden25 Oct 2023 14:14You have to make a choice. Either you take a house that fits your needs and budget, maybe around 130-150sqm (1400-1600 sq ft) of well-planned living space on a 600sqm (6500 sq ft) plot. Or you buy 200sqm (2150 sq ft) on a 1400sqm (15000 sq ft) plot and turn it into a million-dollar project.
The fact is that creating living space in the attic is generally not feasible. The height, even with dormers, usually doesn’t allow it. So, there are basically only three options:
1. Accept the current situation as it is.
2. Modify the floor plan as suggested or something similar; there are possibilities to do this without major wall relocations, etc.
3. Remove the roof structure, build up the walls, then reconstruct the roof structure and roof, and fully convert the space accordingly. However, this involves a significant investment, and for example, light wells would probably have to be removed.
Personally, I see only options 2 or 1 as reasonable, with option 1 depending on individual needs. So, option 2 seems more likely, and the proposed suggestions show possible solutions.
1. Accept the current situation as it is.
2. Modify the floor plan as suggested or something similar; there are possibilities to do this without major wall relocations, etc.
3. Remove the roof structure, build up the walls, then reconstruct the roof structure and roof, and fully convert the space accordingly. However, this involves a significant investment, and for example, light wells would probably have to be removed.
Personally, I see only options 2 or 1 as reasonable, with option 1 depending on individual needs. So, option 2 seems more likely, and the proposed suggestions show possible solutions.
Hausgestalten schrieb:
The question is whether it is possible to buy a similarly sized property for a total of 800k, considering the construction costs and the shortage of land. The plots in our community are 300–600 m2 (about 3,200–6,500 sq ft). The bungalow is on 1,400 m2 (about 15,000 sq ft), unobstructed next to a horse paddock... Then buy the house, moderately remodel the ground floor as suggested, and leave the attic as the combined playroom / dance floor it already is. You don’t need to include a camp bed for overnight guests in the floor plan.
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Hausgestalten26 Oct 2023 12:2411ant schrieb:
Then buy the house, moderately renovate the ground floor as suggested, and leave the attic as the combined treehouse/dance floor it is. You don’t need to include a folding bed for overnight guests in the floor plan.That is the best approach; we agree now. Thank you very much for the careful consideration and the feedback.Similar topics