POLL: Basement or loft?

9 years ago

last modified: 7 years ago

It's no secret that we love extensions here in the UK and Ireland, but which would you prefer - a cool basement extension, or a trendy loft?
Leave us a comment and vote away!

Basement!

Loft!

Neither

Both!

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gravel41

9 years ago

Can both be an option?
I'm leaning towards attic because I love architectural features like sloped ceilings, we have an attic conversion and it's so cosy.
So it would depend on the ceiling in the basement.
Now if the basement were vaulted...

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nest
8 years ago
Loft is a much more cost effective way to gain extra space
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ParkerClark Architecture and Design
8 years ago
Its a context dependant issue but both can produce affective results.
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Designitures
8 years ago
Loft without a doubt. An amazing opportunities using daylight
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Architectural Studio
8 years ago
Loft conversions are always a great way to make extra useable space. Adding balconies and creating external areas with a view makes the project far more exciting.
PRO
Emmet O'Donnell Architect
8 years ago
Well modified basement and loft spaces can enhance your quality of life
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Darragh Lynch Architects
8 years ago
Lovely room which makes it really easy to get out into the garden
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J.Robinson Building Contractors
7 years ago
We'd like either but the loft looks great
David
7 years ago
basements are cool, but you need deep pockets
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DOMESTIC ARCHITECTURE DEVELOPMENT
7 years ago
The basement opens up lots of new space
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Central London Lofts
7 years ago
We find that our clients loved loft conversion..
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TOR Interiors
7 years ago
We at Tor Interiors are huge fans of a loft space - great light!
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Timbers Building Ltd.
7 years ago
It depends on your looking for. Basements offer more room, but can you beat the light and airy feeling of a loft?
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Insight Architects and Designers Ltd
7 years ago
We love loft space. Big or small they give light airy and flexible space - and they pay for themselves!
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Nicola Richardson Architects Ltd
7 years ago
Basement, great for usable space and adding more living space
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Progression Architects Ltd.
7 years ago
It really depends on what space you are looking at trying to create, they both have there own benefits and it's what you make of the space rather than the space itself!
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Dublin Design Studio
7 years ago
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Really depends on your particular site, however the end goal is the same - space and light - so go up, go down - it's all good!!
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BLD Contractors
7 years ago
We find our clients prefer loft conversion better than basements.
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Red Raven Design Ltd
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Lofts are generally easier to convert but a basement may be more appropriate for a room use that is noisy or requires more seclusion.
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Keller Architects
7 years ago
Really bright basement spaces -difficult to achieve but can be very dramatic if successfully done!
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C-Side Architectural Design Ltd
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I prefer a loft conversion as it can be a great source of light into other areas of the house.
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Lucas Construction Design & Build Ltd
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Much more cost effective than Basement,shorter build time
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Barrie Simons & Associates
7 years ago
Loft conversions are generally cheaper and easier than basements.
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Loader Monteith Architects
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We voted for basement
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Sara Connolly Architect
7 years ago
Light & views are always a possibility with a loft extension.
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Airedale Architects
7 years ago
Great space.
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Heath Coombe Architecture
7 years ago
I voted on the loft
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KPCL Architecture
7 years ago
Great simple loft design. Definitely an idea to show to our current client.
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User
7 years ago
Bright and nice!
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MatLab Architecture
7 years ago
Basement! I'm creating a cave for the kids at the moment!
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hales marshall design architects
7 years ago
voted for basement as these space can add more interest to the house and can be more inspirational
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Dulwich Design Kitchens Ltd
7 years ago
I voted on the loft.
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Yorkshire Fabric Shop
7 years ago
Lofts are a lot more creative
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Cupola Design Ltd
7 years ago
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Basements give the opportunity to develop spaces with greater flexibility where planning restrictions do not allow to grow higher or you have already developed your loft.
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7 years ago
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Basements feel claustrophobic. Also I'd worry about whether they are done properly (even more so as a neighbour) so that they won't cause settlement problems etc. Loft all the way.
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Conbu Interior Design
7 years ago
I'd love a basement to open onto a patio & wouldn't say no to a loft conversion too. The more space the better
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7 years ago
I love loft conversions, great light coverage for the room and possibility of lovely views.
hounoc
7 years ago
Is it a basement extension if it opens to a patio or is it just a ground floor?
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Starlight Loft Conversions Ltd
7 years ago
Obviously I have chosen the loft. Always light and airy.
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DP Refurbishment Ltd
7 years ago
Basement! Great use of space
lisa77226
7 years ago
Why would you go underground and lose daylight if you have the option to go up and keep it?!
Stephen Edwards
7 years ago
I'm another who likes the idea of both. I do have two large basement rooms where I live now, it's a sloping site; if I can ever afford it (and get planning consent), the biggest one which faces the road will have the door widened so that it can be used as a garage. The loft is huge but I don't need any more rooms up there, as this was meant to be a downsize so they'd be unused.
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User
7 years ago
Loft Definitely - Light & bright perfect for the summer and cozy in the Winter!
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Richard Ruddick Architecture
7 years ago
Basement extensions with full height doors for maximum light are great.
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Parker Developments
7 years ago
I would normally recommend a loft conversion as it is a lot cheaper, but if you have the money basements are becoming more and more popular these days
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Exbury Homes Ltd
7 years ago
Loft conversion is straightforward Basements can be diificult
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HAMILTON COURT DEVELOPMENTS LTD
7 years ago
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From a developer's l perspective basements can be a nightmare to build (and very costly)! We do normally try to incorporate them and the trend in London is to build mega basements. In most of our developments the basement will house the plant equipment so is a necessity but we have also built basements for clients that contain cinema rooms & games rooms. If you're thinking about doing a basement just make sure you check your costings!
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Martyn J Pearson & Associates
7 years ago
Effective use of space
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Essex and London Construction ELC
3 years ago
Basements are a great way to add a feature space to your home, such as a games room or home cinema! Our Clients in London, mainly Clapham, South Kensington, Greenwich and Hackney love them as they can gain extra space without moving home. If you want to work to more of a budget, lofts are far easier and cheaper options to create additional space.

Tara Taylor Project Manager Essex and London Construction, Basements, Extensions and Loft Conversions Limited tara.taylor@essexandlondonconstruction.com www.essexandlondonconstruction.com
E D
3 years ago
Please stop spamming.
mii2
3 years ago
Have to say Tara you have had a busy day getting your company details on so many posts today, even to the point of raking back to 2015. Are these all business associates that you are name checking?

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