{"id":1473,"date":"2025-07-31T16:50:39","date_gmt":"2025-07-31T15:50:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/benchmark-planung.ch\/?p=1473"},"modified":"2026-05-08T14:01:51","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T13:01:51","slug":"dachausbau-mit-aussicht-aus-dem-estrich-wird-ein","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/benchmark-planung.ch\/en\/dachausbau-mit-aussicht-aus-dem-estrich-wird-ein\/","title":{"rendered":"Loft Conversion with a View \u2013 From Attic to Favourite Room"},"content":{"rendered":"

A family of three fulfilled their dream of owning a home and purchased an older terraced house. With a rather compact layout, it quickly became clear that the unused attic should be transformed into a bright, welcoming space for playing, reading, and working.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Before: Dark, Cramped, Unused<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The attic had previously served as a storage space. Two small, outdated roof windows let in some daylight, but their frames and seals had deteriorated noticeably due to weather exposure. Although heating pipes were present, there were neither radiators nor underfloor heating installed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The floor was covered with a temporary wooden construction to hide the raw concrete underneath. The knee wall had been clumsily clad with thin insulation and panels. The walls consisted of bare masonry \u2013 functional, but far from cosy or inviting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Vision: A Bright, Versatile Retreat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The family\u2019s goal was clear: the attic should become a friendly, light-filled and inviting place \u2013 a room where everyone would enjoy spending time, whether working, playing or relaxing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eine Nische unter der Dachschr\u00e4ge, direkt neben dem Eingang, wurde neu als optisch abgeschlossener Abstellbereich geplant. Die bestehende T\u00e4ferdecke war in gutem Zustand und konnte erhalten bleiben, ein charmantes Element, das dem Raum Charakter verleiht.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Gestalterisches Feingef\u00fchl, wohnlicher Aufenthaltsraum<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

A key transformation was replacing the old roof windows with generous new rooflights, significantly larger in both length and width. The result: a bright, airy room with a fantastic view.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Die neue Br\u00fcstungsh\u00f6he liegt bei etwas \u00fcber einem Meter, ideal, um bequem hinauszublicken. Erg\u00e4nzt wurde der Ausbau durch eine Fussbodenheizung im Trockensystem und einen hochwertigen Parkettboden, der W\u00e4rme und Wohnlichkeit verleiht.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Minimalist Built-In Solutions with Clean Lines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Along one side of the room, a custom-built cabinet was integrated into the knee wall by a joiner \u2013 carefully planned for functionality and discreet in appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Die grifflosen Fronten lassen sich mit einem sanften Druck \u00f6ffnen, ganz ohne Schn\u00f6rkel, aber mit Stil, Zur\u00fcckhaltung und hoher Funktionalit\u00e4t.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Planning, Coordination and Realisation from a Single Source<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Die Architektin begleitete die Familie durch alle Projektphasen, von der Ideenfindung \u00fcber die Planung und das Baugesuch bis hin zur Koordination der Handwerksbetriebe, \u00dcberwachung der Arbeiten und abschliessenden Kostenkontrolle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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After an initial on-site meeting with selected contractors, offers were obtained, compared and the right professionals commissioned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The homeowners also made a valuable contribution: they removed the old floor and wall cladding themselves and cleaned the space thoroughly before construction began. During the building conversion, they continued to support the project with hands-on contributions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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A second coordination meeting with all trades before construction ensured clarity in scheduling, smooth coordination at interfaces and the resolution of any open questions. After that, things moved quickly: the entire conversion was completed within a couple of weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today: A Place to Feel at Home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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The result speaks for itself: a once dark, unused attic is now a light-filled, high-quality living space \u2013 full of atmosphere, far-reaching views, and countless possibilities for use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A true gain for the family, and a prime example of what can be achieved through thoughtful planning, good collaboration, and both design and craftsmanship at a high level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Thinking about a loft conversion or looking to make better use of unused space?<\/strong>
We\u2019re happy to support you \u2013 from the first idea to the finished space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Project information<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Area of expertise<\/strong> <\/td>Architecture, conversion<\/td><\/tr>
Status<\/strong><\/td>Completed<\/td><\/tr>
Year<\/strong><\/td>2025 <\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n