Loft beds are a functional and stylish way to create extra space in your bedroom. Use these loft bed ideas as inspiration for your next bedroom revamp.

Later on, the term loft started to be used to describe open-concept spaces, where the entire architectural program was incorporated into one large room, resulting in a market trend.

And yes, you will need a city-issued building permit, so consulting an architect will be most helpful in bringing your ideas to paper and then to building-permit reality.

Once you feel that you've maxed out the floor space of a room, it's time to build up. If you've got high ceilings, an overhead loft space can be built and used for extra storage and sleeping quarters.

Loft extension ideas: changing room layouts and making the most of lighting among top tips for loft conversions Lockdown can get too cosy for the friendliest of families.

From Juliet balconies to rooftop retreats, these expert-approved ideas show how to add style and space to your loft conversion with a balcony that works year-round ...

See inside one LSU student’s dorm where she created a cozy living room space under a lofted bed.

On opposites sides of the principal room, there is a gas fireplace flanked by floor-to-ceiling bookcases and granite kitchen counters, island and stainless steel appliances, including a gas range.