Introduction: So You’ve Been Bitten by the Renovation Bug

First-time attic conversions often leave homeowners with one shared feeling:

“Why didn’t we do this sooner?”

And once you’ve seen how much a well-designed attic can transform your space and your sanity, it’s natural to ask — what’s next?

Whether your original attic is now a guest room, home office, or kids’ playroom, your home’s potential doesn’t stop there. In fact, it might be the beginning.

Here’s how Irish homeowners across Dublin, Wicklow, Meath, and Kildare are building on their attic investment — and how you can too.

1. Upgrade Your Existing Attic: Small Tweaks, Big Gains

You don’t need a brand-new space to make a big impact. Reimagining your current attic can breathe new life into it.

Popular upgrades:

• Built-in wardrobes or storage upgrades
• Installing a home office desk or study zone
• Lighting changes (spotlights, pendant, or task lighting)
• Soundproofing for better focus or privacy
• Wall panelling for warmth and depth

One client in Kildare turned their attic guest room into a dual-purpose space with a Murphy bed and built-in desk — perfect for WFH and weekend visitors.

2. Go Vertical: Convert Another Level

Already converted the top floor? Some homes have even more to give.

Ideas:

• Convert above a garage or flat-roof extension
• Add a dormer to increase head height and light
• Explore mezzanine storage or sleeping lofts

In Meath, a client converted their first attic in 2022, then converted the garage loft in 2024 for a teenager’s retreat. It gave the family breathing space (and fewer slammed doors).

3. Link Spaces Together

Sometimes, the best second project is a connected one.

Consider:

• Opening your landing or staircase to allow light to flow between floors
• Adding an upstairs bathroom that connects attic and second floor
• Linking an attic office to a storage room with custom carpentry

We’ll help with planning checks, load-bearing assessments, and any permissions needed.

4. Repurpose as Life Changes

Maybe the attic you built for a toddler is now unused as they’ve grown. Or the home office you created now sits quiet after retirement.

Your attic doesn’t have to be frozen in time.

Adapt your space:

• Playroom → chill-out lounge or study nook
• Guest room → Airbnb or home therapy studio
• Office → creative craft or music room

In Dublin, one client turned their unused attic into a part-time therapy space with sound insulation, soft lighting, and bespoke storage for supplies.

5. Rethink Design with 3D Visuals

Not sure what to do with the space? That’s where we come in.

Our free quotes include:

• A site visit to assess what’s possible
• Ideas tailored to your home’s layout and life
• Optional 3D renderings to visualise your new space

We’ll help you fall in love with your attic all over again — or unlock new rooms you didn’t know you had.

6. Explore Eco Upgrades

Already converted your attic? Consider making it greener:

• Add solar-powered skylights
• Improve insulation for lower heating bills
• Install smart heating controls or underfloor heating

In Wicklow, one family retrofitted their attic in 2025 with triple glazing and solar-powered vents — cutting energy costs and improving comfort.

7. Create Storage That Works Harder

You can always use more storage. Many clients revisit their attic to:

• Install under-eave drawers and pull-out units
• Add a built-in wardrobe for seasonal gear
• Create a walk-in storage wall or hidden shelving

We’re carpentry specialists — so every corner gets used, beautifully.

8. Bonus: Refer a Friend or Family Member

If your project was a success, why keep it to yourself?

We offer referral rewards for clients who recommend us to others — whether it’s a neighbour eyeing their dusty attic or a sibling needing a home office.

Share the space-making magic. And enjoy a little thank-you on us.

Planning Your Next Chapter…

Your attic conversion wasn’t the end — it was just the beginning.

Let’s explore how to:

• Improve what you’ve built
• Connect more spaces
• Add more function and beauty

✅ Book your free quote
✅ Browse our past projects
✅ See what others are doing

We’re ready when you are.