This rendering shows an attic converted to a reading nook and bedroom area. Built-in shelves are a great way to make the most of your available space. Getty Images As the years go by and lifestyles ...

If you are thinking about transforming your attic into more useable space, consider this: Attic remodels can be challenging projects in small- to medium-sized houses ...

The dormer requires the person building it to have a complete understanding of roof flashings. Without this, you'll have leaks in your roof for sure. 2. Real or fake ...

Want more livable space in your home? Don't want to spend a king's ransom? Attic conversion has fit the bill for countless homeowners over the years. Unlike many basements, attics are dry, and being ...

Q. The roof on my house is just a big flat area. I've seen similar style houses that have a dormer on the roof. This structure makes the house far more interesting. What does it take to add a dormer ...

To grow his contracting and construction business, Scott Boerckel decided to go from the earth to the sky, in a matter of speaking. Almost three decades ago, Boerckel, owner of Bethpage-based East ...

For Chicago homeowners John and Marnie Thompson, the choice was clear: Shape up their unfinished attic or ship out to a bigger house. When the couple purchased their two-bedroom Victorian cottage in ...

Many homeowners discover their current space no longer meets their evolving needs for comfort and function. The desire for more room prompts a serious consideration of renovation or relocation options ...