Loft conversions are a great way to add space and value to your property. Whether it’s a new bedroom (or bedrooms), a living room, a home office, or even a kitchen – converting loft space represents the best return on investment of all options when it comes to extending your home.

Although not all loft conversions are the same, many involve the creation of one large room, with maybe an adjoining en-suite or storage area. This often means that there’s lots of undefined space to play with, offering a blank canvas upon which you can set your imagination free. Loft furniture can help emphasize the feeling of space by avoiding conventions: beds don’t have to go against a wall, and sofas, chairs, cabinets and other loft furniture can all ‘float’ in the room. Being able to walk around your loft furniture can really enhance the sense of space in the room, and decorating with light colours and adding mirrors as a finishing touch will make the room feel bigger still.

With a completely new room to play with, many people make the mistake of over-filling the space available. Loft furniture should serve to complement the open feel of the room, so taking time to think about just how much furniture you actually need up there will serve you well. Starting off with a relatively sparse interior is a good idea, adding more loft furniture later if desired. Accessories like rugs, floor ornaments, and mock fireplaces can add a character to the room and prevent it from looking too bare, while at the same time not taking up too much floor space.

Loft furniture that serves several functions is another way to maximise the space available in your loft conversion. If the room is used as a lounge or a kid’s bedroom, then sofa beds are an obvious choice. And pieces that bring additional storage capacity to the room are also a good idea, so workstations, ornamental trunks, display dressers, and expanding coffee and dining tables are all ideal.

If your loft has tight access that can’t accommodate larger pieces, then flat-pack could be one way to go with your loft furniture. However, flat-pack furniture is not everyone’s cup of tea, especially if you’re going for a more luxurious or up-spec feel. A good alternative is modular furniture, which is not only practical, but can also be incredibly stylish, giving your loft conversion a modern, funky feel that perfectly complements the open-plan layout.