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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Hausgestalten26 Oct 2023 12:27hanghaus2023 schrieb:
The lowest renovation costs occur if you simply install a folding bed in the very large office.
A very good suggestion, thank you. The garage is currently unheated and has a typical garage floor covering (concrete, then sealed?). Does a utility room with a washing machine and similar appliances need to be heated?
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Hausgestalten26 Oct 2023 12:32K a t j a schrieb:
The room should definitely be frost-free if water pipes are going there.Is an unheated garage frost-free? And if not, is it easy to install a pipe there? Drywall and insulation are obvious then. The heating system is also right in the adjacent room, so basically not a long distance.Hausgestalten schrieb:
Is an unheated garage frost-free? As far as I know, it is not.Hausgestalten schrieb:
And if not, is it easy to install a pipe there?
Probably, if the heating system is adequately sized.H
hanghaus202326 Oct 2023 12:51There has never been frost in my garage. My water and beer bottles have always survived. In case of emergency, just put in an electric heater and that’s it. You can also leave the door to the utility room open.
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