Maximising Customers’ Space this Autumn

Loft conversions remain one of the most resilient requests in the market, and for good reason. Nationwide’s House Price Index analysis suggests that works like loft extensions can add around 25% to property value, making them a strong investment even in slower housing conditions.

 Homeowners are asking for an extra bedroom with an en suite, or a quiet, tucked-away office space. The ONS reported that 28% of adults hybrid-worked between January and March 2025, so the appetite for home offices is showing no signs of slowing down.
Daylight is another priority. Roof spaces lend themselves beautifully to skylights. This means you can suggest solutions that not only deliver functional space but also create brighter, more uplifting interiors. Save on your renovation costs with Leyland Trade paint.

Garages are no longer just for cars. With modern vehicles now wider than many garage bays, households often leave them empty - creating prime opportunities for trades to convert these spaces into something more useful.

 Current demand leans towards dual-purpose conversions: think utility-plus-office zones or a “kids’ den with a laundry wall.” Houzz reports a 190% surge in searches for ‘bathroom with laundry space’, highlighting a growing appetite for integrated utility areas. Customers want conversions that help streamline everyday life - boot rooms, laundry stations, or even combined work and play areas. For trades, this is an ideal upsell: conversions that improve both storage and family living while giving customers flexible new zones that adapt as their household needs change.

Storage continues to be a pain point for many UK homes. The government’s Nationally Described Space Standard recommends 1.5-3.5m² of internal storage, depending on occupancy - but in practice, many homes fall short. That’s where clever retrofits come in, particularly under-stairs solutions.

 In fact, Houzz reports a 43% rise in UK searches for “under-stairs storage” this year, making it a named trend for 2025. Homeowners are looking for more than a cupboard for the vacuum—they want pull-out drawers, deep storage units, or a dedicated cleaning cupboard that hides away the autumn/winter bulk (think coats, boots, umbrellas, sports gear). Or, as seen here, a clever home office space.