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Guide to Rooftop Living
With house prices soaring, trading up might be out of the question for many homeowners, but if you find yourself staring skywards in search inspiration, the answer might be nearer than you think. 4Homes investigates the practicalities of rooftop living.
If you’ve been bitten by the penthouse living bug, then the first place to start looking is in our towns and cities. Flat roof spaces abound, and they offer amazing potential in the otherwise crowded urban sprawl.
If you're going to be building on your roof the old rules still apply - location, location, location. If you’re sandwiched between a margarine factory and the local council's monument to 1960's brutalism, you’re unlikely to get the maximum benefit from your rooftop investment.
Being able to see the sky is crucial. That is the essence of rooftop living - to carry you away from the grimy streets and give you the chance to absorb the surrounding views, and the amazing city sunsets that had previously been hidden from view.
