Velux or Dormer

asbestos1 · 30-01-2023 10:39pm #1

Everyone, looking for advice on attic conversion of a bungalow. Currently have planning for a bungalow but thinking of resitting planning for a dormer. Architect isn't picking up her phone but I think house isn't making use of sea views. House might be turned a little to the wrong side but understand why as difficult neighbours beside my site and didn't want objections. Maybe I'm just wrong and I will be able to see the sea. I am thinking of converting attic but don't know if I should use dormer or velux windows. I want upstairs attic to make use of sea views so dont know if a number of veluxes or a dormer window would be best to make use of views. Can someone advise ? Dormer might give attitional headspace and I know I cannot walk straight up to a velix as won't be at a 90 degree angle. I don't know !

muffler · 30-01-2023 11:32pm

Not easy to advise (specifically) without seeing plans and site layout plan (orientation). Generally speaking velux are the best imo. Have a look at the online catalogue and you might be surprised at what you can achieve with their use ... yes, at 90 degrees off the floor also. Dormers are notorious for being cold and drafty due mainly to poor workmanship.

asbestos1 · 31-01-2023 12:54pm

Hi Muffler, cheers for response. Would you have a picture of the 90 degree velux window ? I cannot find anything online and very interested to see. Cheers