Loft Conversions in Romford

Divi Design – specialists in London homes, specialists in loft conversions

At Divi Design we are Architectural Designers and Planning Specialists. We have in-depth experience of working  with local Planning regulations. We know Romford well, with numerous successfully completed loft conversions in Romford and the surrounding areas, and many satisfied clients.

Loft conversions in Romford are ever more popular, and for good reason. A loft conversion is a great way to add an extra room or rooms to your home  – without having to move, and without having to use up valuable space in the garden. Plus, loft conversions add value when you eventually come to sell.

We’ll listen carefully to what you want and guide you through the stages of creating a loft conversion. We’ll work with you from initial ideas to detailed drawings and 3D imagery, and from your Planning Applications (or confirmation that your project comes within Permitted Development Rights ) all the way to Building Regulations inspection.

What is the cost of a loft conversion in Romford?

Many factors influence the cost of a loft conversion: the size of the property, the condition of the existing roof, the type of conversion you want and the choice of windows, for example

A lot depends on the simplicity or complexity of the required design. Straightforward dormer window loft conversions are usually the most economic. The purpose of the new accommodation matters too; a simple bedroom will cost less to fit out than a bathroom, for example, and your choice of materials and decoration will affect the cost too. 

Predictably, each project is unique but there are factors common to most loft conversions.  Costs do extend beyond the price of construction work (building costs, scaffolding & internal decorations etc), and you should factor in costs for  

• architectural designs and specifications
• possibly, advice from a structural engineer and/or a party wall surveyor
• an application for Planning Permission or for a Certificate of Permitted Development
• Building Regulations / Building Control approval.

Very few projects are exactly average. Some will cost more and some will cost less. With careful preparation, however, a lower than average cost for a given size may be surprisingly achievable. A very simple dormer loft conversion may cost in the region of £30,000, but more typically you should expect to pay a total of £40,000 to £65,000 depending on size and specifications. The larger and more complex the conversion, the more you should expect to pay.

Loft Conversions in easy steps

We like to keep things simple and elegant, which is often the best way to get the best out of your enlarged home . So, once we’ve spoken, we can work with you through each step of the process, including

• an early FREE site visit
• a feasibility study covering 
  • recommendations for the type of loft conversion that will best suit your property,
  • whether or not Planning Permission will be required or
  • how you’ll qualify under the simpler rules for Permitted Development and
  • Initial drawings of your proposed loft conversion
  • Design ideas include a choice of materials to suit your budget
• detailed drawings, plans and specifications
• if required, help in selecting a suitable building contractor
• ensuring your project complies fully with Building Regulations 

If Planning Permission is required we can prepare and make the application on your behalf. And, because we know the area well, you’ll have maximum chance of success. We also offer a project management service, so you can – quite literally – keep everything under one roof.

Divi Design – perfect for loft conversions in Romford

We combine architectural design expertise and genuine local knowledge. We’re used to working with the Planning policy in the London Borough of Havering. We are ideally suited to creating your Romford loft conversion. Our approach to project management combines attention to detail with a clear vision of the project as a whole – your home, enlarged and enhanced for your practical enjoyment with value added at the same time.

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

Havering Council Contact Details

Havering Council address	Town Hall, Main Road, Romford, RM1 3BD
Havering Council tel	01708 434343
Havering Council website	www.havering.gov.uk
Havering Council planning email	planning@havering.gov.uk
Havering Council planning tel	01708 433100