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Premium Utility RoomLeichhardt, NSW
The space was always there
A hidden room above an Inner West townhouse
An unused Leichhardt roof void transformed into a beautifully finished premium utility room with permanent staircase access, structural flooring and the flexibility to change with the family.
Location
Leichhardt, NSW
Property
Inner West townhouse
Project type
Premium utility room
Access
Custom staircase
The project story
More room without changing the home’s footprint
In a compact Inner West townhouse, every square metre matters. The answer was not outside the home. It was sitting unused directly above it.
The existing roof cavity offered significant space, but it was difficult to access and had no practical everyday use. The owners needed a clean, organised room that could relieve pressure on the bedrooms, wardrobes and garage.
Inner City Attics designed a structural floor, permanent staircase and fully finished interior that turned the roof void into a bright, versatile premium utility room.
The result feels less like an attic and more like a natural extension of the townhouse below.
The challenge
Valuable space existed, but the family could not use it
Like many Sydney townhouses, the home had limited storage and no spare footprint for a traditional extension. The roof void was substantial but remained dark, unfinished and difficult to access.
The goal was to create useful space without making the alteration feel added on.
The solution
A fully finished room built for everyday use
Engineered structural attic floor
Custom-built permanent staircase
Insulated walls and ceilings
Premium plasterboard finish
Integrated LED lighting
New electrical outlets
Improved roof-space ventilation
Custom storage opportunities
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From an empty roof void to a room worth showing
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Behind the build
The craftsmanship hidden behind the finished room
The clean final finish is only possible because the structure, access and services behind it have been carefully planned.
Unlocking the roof space
The existing roof void was inspected, measured and assessed to determine the safest and most effective structural solution.
Creating the structure
A new engineered floor system and supporting structure were installed to create a strong, stable and usable room.
Building permanent access
A custom staircase was carefully incorporated into the existing townhouse to provide comfortable everyday access.
Finishing the room
Insulation, plasterboard, lighting, electrical work and detailed finishes transformed the roof void into a premium space.
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Custom staircase and access
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Behind the build
A closer look at the structural work, framing and craftsmanship hidden behind the finished room.
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Finished room details
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Seamlessly integrated
Built to feel like part of the original home
Every transition was considered—from the staircase opening and wall junctions to the lighting, plasterwork and finishes. The objective was not simply to add an attic room, but to make the entire transformation feel resolved.
“The new room should feel as though it was always meant to be there.”
Built for flexibility
One new room. Countless ways to use it.
A premium utility room creates valuable breathing space elsewhere in the home. It can adapt as the family’s needs change without being locked into one permanent purpose.
01
Home office or study
02
Children’s activity space
03
Creative or hobby room
04
Household storage
05
Suitcases and seasonal items
06
Business files or stock
The outcome
The family gained space without giving anything up
More usable space
A previously inaccessible roof cavity became one of the most versatile areas in the home.
Better organisation
Storage pressure was removed from the bedrooms, wardrobes and main living areas.
Safe daily access
A permanent staircase made the new room practical and comfortable to use.
No lost outdoor space
The townhouse gained another room without extending into the courtyard or altering its footprint.
Your roof may already hold the answer
Could there be another room hiding above your home?
Book a free on-site inspection. We will assess your roof space, explain the practical options and recommend the right level of conversion for your home.
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