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How to move bathroom upstairs in this house?

7 years ago

last modified: 7 years ago

We are considering buying this Victorian semi detached house but want to retain 3 bedrooms and move the bathroom upstairs. Any ideas on layout?

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Keziah Thomas
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7 years ago
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7 years ago
You an normally turn the stairs 90 degrees and squeeze a bathroom in between the 2 main bedrooms whilst creating separate access to the third. Or consider a loft conversion.
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