An award winning new second floor loft extension for the client’s children; feature staircase and associated alterations to the front of the house. Space: to provide additional bedroom space in the loft and declutter the first floor landing. Functions: Two bedrooms; wetroom; cloakroom; feature staircase and daylight. An existing cupboard in the loft was removed, the roof above lifted and a series of windows introduced to the perimeter at the front to provide natural daylighting that washes the walls from above. A new feature staircase was then designed to sit within this two storey volume set away from the walls to allow the daylight in so that the entire space can be appreciated from the first floor landing. The children’s enjoyment was essential. Small windows are included that provide child height views to the ash tree on the front drive as well as allowing sunlight to enter the hall from above.