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Appealing living space
Dormers
are a favourite way of creating extra living space
under the roof of both new houses and renovations. Nestled at treetop level, dormers are spaces that admit daylight, formed by
the sheltering slopes of the primary roof and dormer
walls. Sensitively fitting dormers creates
the most appealing interior spaces.
Design considerations
The
roof area of your home already has a distinctive
style and your
dormer
conversion or dormer windows must integrate harmoniously
with the design, materials, and the colour
of cladding, windows and sills. Keeping your house looking attractive adds value
to your home.
Improved thermal performance
The latest building regulations require increased thermal efficiency and the construction of pitched roofs must achieve high insulation levels with fewer thermal bridging problems at eaves, ridge and around dormer windows. |
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Move your cursor over the Dorma House construction components to display the
recommended insulation material. |
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Advantages
Pitched roofs offer an opportunity for efficient use of space:
...• Adding dormers to a roof to meet space requirements keeps the primary roofline lower than would be possible with an additional full storey.
...• Many modern and self build (DIY) homes use individual dormer windows to add character to a property.
...• Dormers increase the available headroom within a dormer extension, and are visually attractive from the outside of the house.
...• Dormers, unlike a standard loft conversion, add charm and appeal to a home.
...• Additional rooms add attractive living space and value to your home. |
