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I absolutely love loft rooms even if they aren’t as practical as rooms that are enclosed. Take the above image for example, by using the loft design for more floor space (i.e. second floor) it retains the openness of the entire space for both the lower and upper levels. However, the downside to loft rooms is they lack the privacy that enclosed second-floor rooms have.
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Log homes and A-frame homes are renowned for loft spaces because of the tall ceilings. Whether small or large, they create additional rooms (often bedrooms) while retaining the openness throughout the home.
But as you’ll see in our extensive loft room gallery below, many styles of homes incorporate lofts, upper-level walkways, mezzanines, and interior balconies because they look great while offering some additional functional space.
Common uses for loft spaces include bedrooms, offices, libraries, and reading/TV rooms. In other words, loft space is used for “additional” or optional space as opposed to main rooms such as kitchens, bathrooms, and living rooms (although in some cases, especially with apartments, the loft is the sole bedroom in the home).
One issue all loft designs wrestle with is accesses. Some homes use a ladder, which isn’t the easiest to use. Some homes use a spiral staircase, which reduces the amount of space it takes up, but is easier to go up than a ladder. And then some homes use a typical staircase, which is the easiest to navigate but takes up more space. Our gallery features lofts with all forms of access.
There’s something fun and whimsical about loft rooms… after all, kids love them (we feature some great loft-style bunk beds kids love at the bottom of this gallery) for this reason and so it’s fun to be playful with interior design and creating a loft does just that.
It really doesn’t get a more open concept than this home. The dramatically tall ceiling makes it easy to create a sizable loft space that barely seems to encroach on the rest of the room. Below is an image depicting the staircase behind the kitchen to the loft.
Staircase the loft featured in the first two images above.
The above 2 images depict a home with a walkway leading to a loft sitting room. The loft space is fenced in with a glass railing which provides unobstructed views of the main floor.
The above 2 images depict an apartment with a loft system creating 2 bedrooms. It’s an efficient use of space in small homes/apartments. Fortunately, the ceilings are elevated so that each bedroom’s height is respectable.
This home uses a loft to create two bedrooms. It’s possible because of the cathedral ceiling. The simple stairway leads the way.
Here’s an interesting hanging loft. The glass floor helps retain the openness of the space. While not a large loft area, it does provide for a home office.
Loft space for upper-level sitting room.
View of loft space from the main floor. The loft area overlooks the backyard with a swimming pool. Going with a loft/walkway provides the main floor with a more open design.
Modern home with loft overlooking the living room.
Loft used for sitting/living room space above the foyer and kitchen.
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A wrap-around upper level overlooking the home’s great room.
An upper-level open walkway overlooks the living room.
Concrete home with loft room above the kitchen overlooking the living room.
The above image and the two below feature a large log home with a loft bedroom.
Loft bedroom that actually has a good amount of privacy in the log home.
View of the main floor from the loft room.
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The above 2 images depict a metal loft system built within an apartment.
View of loft space and main floor from the staircase.
Interior Balconies Overlooking Living Rooms
Upper level expanded landing with room for a sitting area.
The upper-level room above the kitchen overlooks the large living room.
More Bedroom Lofts
Bedroom and bathroom in loft space. Attic spaces can also be utilized as a great bedroom or bathroom spaces.
Small bedroom/sitting room in loft space overlooking the main floor.
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A tiny home with a loft bedroom accessible via a ladder.
Tiny apartment with a glassed-in loft above the kitchen and entry hall.
Bunk Bed Loft Systems for Kids Available at Amazon
Kid’s bunk bed/loft system with desk and dresser drawers under the bed. Fun and functional. Learn More.
Children’s office under the bed in bunk bed/loft system. Learn More.
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