Loft conversions have come a long way, so don't be limited to the designs of yesteryear. These are the elements to avoid if you want your new room to feel modern ...

1 AS well as general builders, lots of companies specialise in doing loft conversions. These companies often work to a formula, so you get a certain number of sockets, spotlights and windows, etc ...

Luckily for most, you do not need planning permission for a loft conversion however there are some rules and regulations you need to follow to avoid needing permission.

In the second part of our top tips guide, we look at getting permissions and finding the right builder 1 AS well as general builders, lots of companies specialise in doing loft conversions.