You may wish to add a dormer and windows to provide extra light, either in addition to skylights or in lieu of them. Once you plan out the space, you are ready to turn your current, dingy attic ...

Dear James: I use my dark attic just for storage, but the underside of the gable roof is low. I think adding a dormer would help a lot. What is a good plan to build one? -- Steph T. Dear Steph: In ...

The attic was exceptionally well lit, with each corner having at least one window fitted. Mbuthia explains that the windows are not easily broken because they have been hardened.

That tall window and the shorter side walls eliminate some more traditional layouts like headboard-to-wall, McKown says, so they decided to sit the bed right in the middle of the room.

Consider, though, that attic rooms can get hot in the summer, so try to site more windows facing north than south and make sure they are openable to let out the heat.” ...

Rooftop windows not only allow lighting of the attic but they also enable you convert the roof into living space. In addition, it ensures ventilation of a room.

You may wish to add a dormer and windows to provide extra light, either in addition to skylights or in lieu of them. Once you plan out the space, you are ready to turn your current, dingy attic ...