Loft Conversions in Hammersmith and Fulham

Divi Design – local specialists in loft conversions

At Divi Design we’re Architectural Designers and Planning Specialists with a local touch. We know the area well and have an in-depth knowledge of local Planning policy in Hammersmith and Fulham, and the surrounding boroughs. We’ve had many loft conversions completed  in the area, and numerous happy clients.

Loft conversions in Hammersmith and Fulham are always popular. They’re an effective way to add more living space to your home, without moving house, or using up valuable garden space. On top of that, loft conversions add value when the time comes to sell.

Each client is unique and we listen carefully to what you say; that way we’ll understand exactly what you want. We’ll guide you through the loft conversion process, step by step. We’ll work with you from your first ideas to drawings, 3D images and detailed specifications; we’ll help with your Planning Applications (or securing your confirmation of Permitted Development Rights) all the way to the last Building Regulations inspection. 

What’s the cost of a loft conversion in Hammersmith and Fulham?

No two loft conversions are the same, and cost is determined by several factors. The condition of the roof, size of the property, and the size and type of loft conversion you want, for example, all affect the cost.

A lot depends on the simplicity of the chosen design; we’re expert at finding elegant solutions to the complex problems sometimes found in London housing. Dormer window loft conversions are usually the most economic. What your new rooms will be for is important too; a bedroom or home office will cost less to complete than a bathroom and your final decorations will affect the cost too. 

While each project is unique, there are some elements common to most loft conversions.  Costs include more than the price of construction work (which will also include heating, plumbing and wiring) and you should also factor in  

• architectural designs & specifications
• depending on the nature of the work, advice from a structural engineer and/or a party wall surveyor
• an application for a Certificate of Lawful Development (many loft conversions will qualify under Permitted Development rights) or
• a Planning Application, and 
• Building Regulations / Building Control inspection and approval.

Costs vary, but with careful preparation and the right advice it’s possible to achieve a lower than average cost for the type of conversion you want. A small dormer loft conversion (usually the simplest) might cost approximately £30,000, but generally you should expect to pay a total of £40,000 to £65,000,  depending on size and details of the work required.

Loft Conversions step by step

We like to keep our designs simple, practical and looking good. We’re focused on making sure your home is enhanced by any and all of the work we do for an elegant solution. Experience shows this is the most effective way to get the best out of your loft conversion. However, we’ll always rise to the challenge of complex problems to achieve the best result. Once we’ve spoken, we can guide you through each step of the project, including

• a initial site visit, which is always FREE
• a feasibility study to test the options, including 
  • suggestions for the best type of loft conversion for your property,
  • advice on Planning Permission if it’s required and 
  • how you could qualify under the rules for Permitted Development instead
  • Initial drawings 
  • Design ideas including suggested materials to suit your purpose and budget
• detailed drawings and plans, and specifications
• help in selecting a good quality building contractor if needed
• making sure your building work is fully compliant with Building Regulations 

If Planning Permission is needed, we can prepare and make the application on your behalf. And, because we know the Planning priorities in Hammersmith and Fulham, you’ll get maximum chance of success. We also offer a project management service, so you can relax in the knowledge we have oversight of the whole process from start to finish.

Divi Design – perfect for loft conversions in Hammersmith and Fulham

Our practice combines architectural design flair and expertise with genuine local knowledge. We’re used to working within the Planning policy requirements of the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, so we’re perfectly placed  to create your Hammersmith and Fulham loft conversion. Our approach combines genuine attention to detail with a real understanding of the whole project.  You can be confident not just in achieving your loft conversion, but also in adding long term value to your property as well.

We do loft conversion all over London. Areas include (but are not limited to): Barking & Dagenham, Barnet, Bexley, Enfield, Greenwich, Havering, Romford, Thurrock, Twickenham, Waltham Forest, Wandsworth, Walthamstow, Richmond, Bromley, High Wycombe, Harrow, and Ealing.

Hammersmith & Fulham Council Contact Details

Hammersmith & Fulham Council address	Town Hall, King Street, London, W6 9JU
Hammersmith & Fulham Council tel	02087531081
Hammersmith & Fulham Council website	www.lbhf.gov.uk
Hammersmith & Fulham Council planning email	planningportal@lbhf.gov.uk
Hammersmith & Fulham Council planning tel	02087531081