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A loft or a full upper storey?
A loft or a full upper storey — which is better? Advantages and disadvantages of a mansard roof. Advantages and disadvantages of an upper storey. Advice on choosing.
Read the article →A collection of houses with lofts for efficient use of space and distinctive architecture.
A loft provides additional living space without a full upper storey.
The loft level is a convenient place for bedrooms, a study, children's rooms or a guest area.
The roof and roof windows give the house a more individual, recognisable appearance.
A comfortable loft requires advance planning of the roof, insulation, room heights and lighting.

Floor area, 564 m², 3 storeys and with a garage and 4 bedrooms.

A two-storey house, 158 m², with a terrace and 4 bedrooms.

A 142 m² two-storey house with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

A two-storey house for a 9 × 11 plot: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms.
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A loft or a full upper storey — which is better? Advantages and disadvantages of a mansard roof. Advantages and disadvantages of an upper storey. Advice on choosing.
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A house with a loft suits those who want extra space and distinctive architecture without a full upper storey.
A loft often accommodates bedrooms, children's rooms, a study, a guest room or a quiet private area.
Room heights, roof insulation, windows, stairs and building services need to be planned in advance.
Standard ready-made designs are sold without modifications. Changes to the layout, elevations or building services are handled as bespoke design at RUB 1 000/m²; when a construction contract is signed, the design fee is deducted from the construction cost.