Dormer conversions are by far the most popular option for home development and come in 3 main types: A standard Dormer conversion, an L-Shape Dormer and a Window Dormer. Dormer Conversions are created by making an opening in the existing roof section and adding a new ‘box like’ structure that spans the property and sits on the slope line, normally at the rear of the property with Velux windows positioned at the front. It also has the option to add French doors, Juliet balcony or terrace.
These additions give you the advantage of added space, head height and natural light over a Velux conversion, because it will dramatically alter the potential for the newly created space. This makes it one of the best value conversions that we provide.
If you property is one with an L-shape floor plan, or you have access to an addition section of roof we can create an L-shape Dormer. For Victorian and Edwardian Houses in London this is a common style, created in exactly the same way as a standard Dormer but with the L-shape added to increase the internal floor plan and often creating a natural room divide for bathrooms, walk-in wardrobes or stairwells.
Window Dormer conversions follow the same principles but instead of one large dormer structure we add a series of smaller Dormers complete with full size windows Window Dormers have a limited profile and can often be recommended where the council has conservation limitations or as a style preference for homeowners.