Case Studies

Real stories from homeowners who have completed loft and basement projects. These experiences cover offices, bedrooms, studios, rental spaces and party venues.

Basement Bathroom with a Macerator Loo: A Case Study

Sue's basement bathroom project hit a snag until she installed a macerator toilet to solve the drainage problem.

How We Use Our Basement for Parties: Case Study

See how one family turned their unfinished basement into their go-to party space while they plan a full renovation.

I Made a Music Studio in My Basement: A Case Study

How a DJ converted his basement into a functional music studio without taking over the family home.

I Made My Loft Into an Artist's Studio: Case Study

Sarah converted her loft into a painting studio after leaving law to pursue art full-time, turning a childhood passion into her career.

Kitchen for a Small Basement Space: Designer Interview

A kitchen designer explains the real challenges of fitting a kitchen in a small basement, from access problems to plumbing issues.

Making Our Basement Into an Extra Bathroom: Case Study

Mike converted his basement study into a bathroom when his household grew, solving space problems in his small terraced house.

Moving the Staircase to Our Loft: A Case Study

The Scotts relocated their loft staircase after four years when the original position proved impractical for their growing family.

Our Bedroom and Bathroom Loft Conversion: A Case Study

A blended family converted their loft into a bedroom and bathroom to create space for everyone under one roof.

Our Space Saving Stairs Have Been Excellent: A Case Study

How one family solved their loft conversion staircase problem with a space-saving solution that met building regulations.

We Converted Our Basement to Let to Students: A Case Study

A couple bought a bigger home they couldn't afford, then rented out the basement to students to make the mortgage work.

We Converted Our Loft Into an Office: A Case Study

How one family converted their unused loft space into a functional home office when working from home became necessary.

We Made a Basement Bedroom for Students: Case Study

How one couple transformed their basement into student rental space to ease their mortgage and work less.

We Suspended a Bedroom in Barn Loft: Case Study

The Flynns converted their old barn into extra space and suspended a bedroom in the loft to avoid planning issues and gain privacy.