ᐅ Attic or Loft Open Space?

Hi everyone,

Originally, we wanted an open attic space on the upper floor. Now, due to the steep roof pitch, it has become quite tall (4.60m (15 ft)). The architect suggests that we should rather create a loft/storage space.

What are your experiences?

I think it’s a matter of personal preference. My wife and I currently prefer an exposed roof structure; we’re both not fans of cramped attics where people usually just end up storing junk anyway. I assume the 4.60 meters (15 feet) refers to the highest point (ridge). Is there actually enough space there for a (practically usable) attic?

In your case, I could also well imagine adding a mezzanine above the wardrobes in the children’s rooms to create extra play or sleeping areas for the kids. Over your walk-in closet, that could work too, for example to create additional storage space.

Personally, I would keep the hallway ceiling high and perhaps only lower the ceiling in the bathroom.

Best regards,
Sebastian

The 4.6 m (15 ft) measurement is actually at the highest point. Originally, we also considered adding intermediate floors in the children’s rooms... but now I’m not sure if that would create a wall in our bedroom that is too high to look at.

Have you seen our plans yet? I’m attaching them directly to this post.

Oops... one more time... is it not possible to edit posts?

I saw the designs in another post of yours. The bedroom (dressing room) wall is not centered, so the ceiling height in the bedroom is already considerably lower than 4.60 meters (15 feet). How wide is your house, what is the roof pitch, and what is the knee wall height? Unfortunately, this is not clearly visible in the drawings.

Our house measures 10m by 9m (33 feet by 30 feet), the roof pitch is 40 degrees, and the knee wall is 1.35m (4 feet 5 inches) high.

By the way, I really appreciate that you take my concerns seriously and are reviewing our plans.