Attic: 60 references to help you make the most of this space in the house

Attic: 60 references to help you make the most of this space in the house
Robert Rivera

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The attic is a room located in the upper part of the house, of specific structures, where, normally, the walls are lower and asymmetric and the ceiling is inclined. This is due to the unevenness of the roofs of the houses.

Normally, the attic is used as a place to store clutter and unused objects such as furniture, suitcases, clothes, toys, tools, etc. However, it is possible to redefine the highest space in the house so that it becomes a much more functional environment, full of personality.

An attic, when well planned and decorated, can become one of the best rooms in the house. But beware, it varies a lot in size and the smaller it is, the more creative you must be when it comes to creating a pleasant, cozy and useful environment for the residents.use this environment for the most diverse functions, whether for gathering family and friends, working and studying, or simply resting.

1. rustic attic

In this attic a cozy living room with rustic decoration was made. Normally, attics have sloping ceilings and wooden lining, as shown in this example, but here wood was used as the main material throughout. In these places it is also common for structures to be apparent, so more rustic decorations go very well with the space.

2. how about a baby's room?

Here, the attic has been turned into a cute and graceful nursery! Children usually have many fantasies about the attic, so this room can become very playful for both babies and older children, becoming a special place just for them.

3. a beautiful lounge

What about this relaxed attic that became a lounge for receiving friends? The interesting thing in this case is the thematic decoration, reminding us of the summer beach atmosphere. The coconut trees wallpaper with the sea in the background, in fact, makes us feel like we are on a beautiful beach, in that vacation and resting atmosphere. Even the carpet reminds us of the sandy beach floor. The little plants behind the wooden bench and the large window, whichallows more light into the room, they also contribute even more to this natural and relaxing atmosphere!

4. the attic can be whatever you want it to be

This room is so versatile that you can set up whatever you want. Here, we see an example of a home office on the heights. Don't have room for an office downstairs? Move to the attic and take advantage of this space in your home to have a quiet, private corner for studying and working.

5. for adults and children

This loft has room for everyone. Right next to the cozy living room with shag carpeting, a children's entertainment area was created, complete with a small table, reading area, and even panels and pictures on the wall for drawing.

6. even the kitchen can be in the attic

Have you ever imagined that the attic could become a kitchen? This example is there to prove that it is possible, and a gourmet kitchen to boot! Special mention to the black and gray countertop that made a beautiful contrast with the minibar and the red details.charming and authentic, isn't it?

7. a relaxing and comfortable room

Who wouldn't want a refuge like this loft with exposed beams and a king size bed full of fluffy pillows? Notice that besides the super comfortable bed, the room also has a cozy sofa and a bookcase full of books and vinyl records for relaxing moments.

8. a more than special corner

Here the sofa is very close to the window so that whoever lies on it can admire the view and catch a cool breeze. Little corners like this are also great for those who have pets, and can be a super comfortable bed for them, even to relax with their owners. Isn't the decoration beautiful with these different shades of blue?

9. set up a library and reading corner

Another great idea for attics is to make a library, so you can organize your books and leave a space for reading. This solution is ideal for those who have a lot of books at home. Isn't this corner of the photo beautiful?

10. it's even worth creating a closet

You can use this space for any function you wish, just see what your greatest needs are in the house. Here, it has been transformed into a large and organized closet.

11. a child's room full of personality

And what about this beautiful room? The structure of the attic allowed the room to have two floors. The first with the two beds, being the sleeping space, and the second a kind of toy room, with mini musical instruments and everything!

12. large and cozy attic

This loft, for having a very large space, was used as a living room with space for games and music, as shown by the foosball table and the drums. The decoration also bet on the rustic and warm colors, such as orange, red and yellow, making a beautiful composition.

13. attic with entertainment and space to relax

Here is another great idea to make the attic into a game room for having fun and relaxing with friends. This one even has a foosball table! Two other interesting details in this project are the indirect lighting at the base of the sofa and the large window, providing plenty of natural light into the room.

14. for those who need an extra bathroom at home

If you need an extra bathroom at home, the attic can even be used as an extra bathroom for your home. In this example, each space has been well used and tastefully decorated, and the rustic style has been maintained with the wooden lining of the sloping ceiling. If the space is larger, you can even make a guest suite.

15. an attic project that is pure fun

This loft bet on a multipurpose project. The living and entertainment space is great for any movie session, music studio and even a toy room. The highlight is the large and super comfortable sofa that fits a lot of people. The whole family has fun!

16. a decoration inspired by the forest

The design of this loft bet on creativity for the decoration. The TV room turned into a kind of mini forest with the grass carpet, the various plants scattered throughout the room and the rustic wooden structures, which received an equally rustic white paint - not to mention the stool in the shape of a little animal. It looks like a refuge found in the middle of the forest, doesn't it?

17. great option for the vacation home

Can you imagine sleeping and waking up in a comfortable and cozy room like this one? You can be inspired by this project and transform the attic of your house into a beautiful room like this.

18. a TV room to relax

A great option for attics is to turn them into living rooms, so you can invite your friends over to watch a movie, play games, or even chat in a private corner without disturbing anyone in the house.

19. create an environment for rest and entertainment

Look how beautiful this attic is! It is an environment that works both for moments of relaxation and for moments of fun. It has hammocks for resting and chairs and tables for drinking and chatting with friends. The pendant lamps also added more charm to the place. Not to mention the beautiful view it provides, isn't it?

20. smaller spaces can be put to good use

Reorganizing the attic in creative ways allows even the most compact spaces to be functional and well utilized. In this example, two floors were created, with a bedroom and a reading area, where every little corner was taken advantage of, helping to optimize the space. The wide wooden floor adds beauty in conjunction with the artistically inspired decor.

21. attic offices ensure a quiet and peaceful environment

The office is one of the preferred environments to be adapted in the attic. This carpentry had to adapt to the sloping roof, without giving up the storage spaces. Notice that the books and organizer boxes gained a planned and creative bookcase. The silence for the hours of study and work is guaranteed!

22. special environment for home theater

Here, the attic turned into a super elegant environment to receive the home theater. Besides, it also has a mini fridge acting as a bar. The beveled mirror and the fluffy rug added an extra charm to the decoration. Can you imagine relaxing and watching your favorite movies and shows in a space like this?

23 How about renovating the attic and making a room like this?

This room looks like something out of a tree house! The rustic aged wood gives a very interesting effect to the decoration. In addition, the cushions and the colored lights make the room very cheerful and cozy. This place can also be used to gather friends and chat.

24. a room with an inspiring view

This beautiful attic living room even has a bezel so that you can admire the incredible view outside even more. The interesting thing about attic living spaces is that they are usually well lit. Also, the beautiful combination of blue and beige made the room clean and serene.

25. a charming room

This attic turned into a beautiful single room with a super romantic and charming decoration. The bed under the slanted wall increases the cozy feeling. The floor is the great highlight of the room and matched perfectly with the neutral colors, pulling for tones of tea pink. The lantern with the candle on the floor and the leather rug gave even more charm and comfort to the environment.

26. the attic can also have a balcony

The mixture of the colors black, white and gray is a super modern and sophisticated choice. To close with a golden key, it also has a beautiful and spacious balcony, leaving the environment with that pleasant and relaxing atmosphere.

27. Who wouldn't want a room like that?

Look how cute is this super comfortable and inviting room! Here, the attic is small, but it was well used with a sofa, a stylish hanging chair for relaxing, a television and even a wall table, which is also perfect for optimizing spaces. The slanted ceiling and the more intimate lighting of this corner made the room even more charming!

28. the attic can become your favorite corner of the house

How about relaxing in a corner like this? The benches have cushions for added comfort, but they also function as chests for storing objects. In addition, the windows create perfect lighting in the attic, making the place more pleasant and peaceful.

29. a modern, creative and charming decoration

This beautiful room made in the attic bet on geometric shapes to make the decoration more authentic. The black wall was adhered with gold triangles; the bedding also bet on triangles, but with the charm of p&b and on the side of the bed, above the bedside table, a hexagonal niche was used. Not to mention the set of pendants of different sizes and shapes, matching the colors of thebed wall, black and gold, making the environment even more fun.

30. several rooms in the attic

This attic is almost a complete house. As the space is large and well divided, it was possible to create several environments, a living room, a bedroom and even an office. The decoration style and the light colors remind us of a cute dollhouse.

31. an attic that is every child's dream

The space was filled with niches, boxes and shelves to organize dolls, stuffed animals and other toys for the kids. But, besides all the toys, the interesting thing is that the parents were not left aside either. A pool table was placed so that the adults can also entertain themselves.have fun together!

32. don't leave creativity aside

Although it is not very common in Brazil, as it is in the United States, for example, there are many houses that have attics and end up using this room only for functional purposes, i.e., storage of items. So, how about investing in creativity and creating a space under a new optic, cozy and full of life, like this beautiful modern bedroom?

33. a jovial room

This attic became a young, clean and modern bedroom. The decoration was done with a lot of creativity to take advantage of every corner, since the space is small.

34. the perfect space for a studio

If you work with crafts, photography and arts in general, a great idea is to set up a studio in the attic. In this example a fashion studio was set up. It has a screen and even a mannequin. Very cool, isn't it?

35. a rustic and relaxed touch at the same time

The use of the attic as a leisure and rest area is perfect for the whole family. Here, due to the stairs, the attic space was small, but even so it was well used. In the decoration, the rustic wood contrasted with the more relaxed color of the rug and the pouffes.

36. a stunning suite

Look what a beautiful and cozy suite this attic has been transformed into! The bathroom even has a bathtub, making the place even more involving.

37. modern and cozy

In this example, the armchair is the highlight of the attic. Besides being comfortable, it has a modern and elegant design. The environment is even more beautiful with the terry carpet and the plant pots.

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38. even the attic can be integrated

Here, the attic became a living room with an integrated kitchen and everything else! Thus, every corner was well used. Notice also the super modern and elegant decoration, escaping a little from the rustic, which is the most used style in this type of environment. The ceiling was hidden, painted white.

39. a view to the sky

The bed was positioned right under the window, providing a beautiful view of the sky. The natural lighting makes it easy to use the room, and at night, you can still admire the beauty of a beautiful starry sky. The miniature superheroes directed to the window was also a great idea, making the decoration more fun.

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40. an environment with multiple functions

This attic became a kind of living room and bedroom at the same time. The bed, the armchair and the pouf made the room very comfortable, and on the other side, you can still see a small table with two chairs, giving even more function to the place. In addition, the light wood also contributes to give a more intimate atmosphere to the environment.

41. lightness for work days

Another inspiration for reusing attic space. Creating an office in this environment, taking advantage of the high ceiling height, the good lighting, and the charm added by the wood floor is always a great option.

42. an attic where imagination runs wild

If you have children at home, turn the attic into a toy room.

43. double rooms are a good option for attics

Double bedrooms can also be set up in an attic. After all, this is a naturally intimate space. It can be a guest room, or a more intimate room reserved for the owners themselves. The sloping, rustic ceiling, a characteristic feature of this type of environment, makes the atmosphere even cozier.

44. great solution for those who work at home

This attic was completely renovated to become a stylish and functional home office corner. It has a workbench with all the equipment organized, a comfortable armchair for reading and, besides the recessed lighting, a well-directed floor lamp. A piece of furniture with specific niches for miniature cars was also used, ideal for collectors! By the way, thisfuzzy carpet is a delight and has helped to increase the feeling of comfort in the room.

45. a graceful office

Here we see another option for an office in the attic. A bench for writing and notebook use, and niches for decorative ornaments and collectibles were also placed.

46. integrated room

This attic became a living room integrated with an American kitchen. Despite the rustic touch typical of this environment, the decoration bets on modern and sophisticated pieces, making a beautiful contrast.

47. comfortable and well lit

The natural lighting in this loft is amazing, and the decor is super appropriate and cozy. Take the time to enjoy a few hours of rest in such a beautiful and bright loft.

48. everyone has their dream room

Having a room in the attic is usually every child's dream, isn't it? But there are many adults out there dreaming of such a room too! Comfortable, cozy, intimate, indirect lighting, romantic and beautifully decorated. Need more?

49. read and study in a quiet environment

This is a great space to create a study environment, so you have a quiet place to read, work, and study without being disturbed.

50. multi-purpose spaces are always welcome

Another beautiful example of an attic that became a living environment. For those who work at home and receive many clients, it can also be used as a kind of reception and waiting room. In the decoration, wood is the great protagonist, being present on the floor, ceiling and window. The rustic style combined very well with the little plants.

51. beautiful rustic attic room

Who wouldn't want to get a good night's sleep in a room like this? The wood-paneled ceiling and floor made the room more rustic and inviting, looking like a country or farmhouse.

52. a charming and authentic bathroom

This is another example of a beautiful bathroom in the attic. The sloped ceiling in these rooms is great, because it not only gives a more authentic and cozy look to the room, but also allows for more lighting, due to its windows. You can also complement it with dedicated fixtures or lights, like the one in the photo.

53. assemble the attic according to your needs

This attic became a living room with a small office, and even placing a bench behind the sofa is a great solution to divide the same environment and delimit the spaces for each function.

54. a cheerful and uncluttered office

This attic has become a work space with a stripped down look through the colors and shapes of the bench and chairs. The contrast between yellow and turquoise blue made a beautiful contrast. Also noteworthy is the blackboard that is great for putting reminders, notices, messages and inspirational phrases.

55. attics are perfect environments for working

Here we see another example of an attic that became a work environment. In this case, besides the workbench, there is also a bookcase with niches for books and even an easel table for crafts. The decoration is clean, but the red chair gave a touch of color and joy to the environment.

56. artist's room

The paintings on the floor and the handcrafted materials, such as the wooden table, the baskets, and the crocheted rug, gave the room a studio feel.

57. unite your family in a pleasant and functional environment

This attic does not have a completely sloped ceiling, as most do, which gives the room a more modern and less rustic feel. It has become a super cozy TV room, with large and comfortable sofas and armchairs. There is even a space for a mini office, with a small bench positioned behind the sofa.

58. organization is fundamental

The attic can be anything but a place of clutter! Even if you don't want to turn it into a room in itself, you can use it to store everything you're not using at the moment, for example: clothes from other seasons, dishes for celebrations, Christmas decorations, etc. But it's not because these objects are not in use that they need to stay lying around and messy, right? Take a look at onesuper functional idea to store your items well organized and sectored.

59. a makeshift guest room

Are you going to receive friends and family and don't have enough space to accommodate them? Leave the attic reserved for that! Just put sofa beds, pouffes, and mattresses. This way, when you have guests at home, you will already have a space reserved to receive them with comfort and privacy.

60. use the attic space for a home office

Take advantage of the attic to create a home office environment, this is even more valid if your house is small. Besides having an exclusive space for work, you will also be able to keep books, documents and other items that need storage space. Here, the decoration followed the rustic style with wooden furniture, such as the chair, the desk, the shelves and the chests. The water tanks werepainted white so that they do not stand out so much in the environment.

So, what did you think of these examples of attics? Instead of being cluttered and lifeless, this environment can be used in a more fun way and even increase the possibilities of accommodation in your home. Give your attic a functional and modern destination, after all, who doesn't like to have another useful and enjoyable space at home?




Robert Rivera
Robert Rivera
Robert Rivera is a seasoned interior designer and home decor expert with over a decade of experience in the industry. Born and raised in California, he has always had a passion for design and art, which eventually led him to pursue a degree in interior design from a prestigious design school. With a keen eye for color, texture, and proportion, Robert effortlessly blends different styles and aesthetics to create unique and beautiful living spaces. He is highly knowledgeable in the latest design trends and techniques, and is constantly experimenting with new ideas and concepts to bring life to his clients' homes. As the author of a popular blog on home decor and design, Robert shares his expertise and insights with a large audience of design enthusiasts. His writing is engaging, informative, and easy to follow, making his blog an invaluable resource for anyone looking to spruce up their living space. Whether you're seeking advice on color schemes, furniture arrangement, or DIY home projects, Robert has the tips and tricks you need to create a stylish, welcoming home.