Habitable Attic
Conversion
Santa Barbara, California | Interior Residential Conversion
Making the most of space beneath the roof—with a thoughtful layout, exposed wood box beams, and a carefully detailed bathroom.
A new purpose for an existing attic.
This Santa Barbara residential project transformed attic space into a habitable interior designed around the home's existing roof geometry.
Exposed wood box beams give the main living area a warm architectural rhythm, while the sloped ceilings, skylight, wood flooring, and compact kitchenette make the space feel distinctive rather than constrained.
Compact space. Considered details.
The bathroom carries the same tailored approach into a smaller footprint. Dual sinks, patterned ceramic tile, and an angled ceiling window balance utility with the character of the attic.
Small project.
Thoughtful design.
Not every successful residential project needs a large footprint. This attic conversion illustrates how working with existing building geometry and choosing details carefully can turn an overlooked area into an inviting place to spend time.
Have a space with potential?
JR DBA brings residential design, construction experience, and code-informed planning to projects of all sizes across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
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