Exciting News: We're Now Serving Glendale, AZ!

As we continue bringing our high ceiling conversion expertise to new communities, Glendale quickly caught our attention. Throughout the area, we discovered countless homes with soaring ceilings, open-to-below spaces, and untapped square footage just waiting to be transformed.

Many homeowners ask the same question: "Can this unused high ceiling become a new room?" In many cases, the answer is yes!

For more than 20 years, we've specialized in converting wasted overhead space into beautiful, functional room additions such as bedrooms, home offices, open lofts, media rooms, and more. These renovations allow homeowners to gain valuable living space without expanding their home's footprint.

From design and architectural planning to permits and construction, our team handles the entire process under one roof. We even create detailed 3D renderings so homeowners can see their future space before construction begins.

We're excited to bring our high ceiling conversion services to Glendale and help homeowners unlock the hidden potential within their homes. If you've ever wondered what could be built above your living room, stay tuned -- we can't wait to share what’s possible!

Rethinking What an ADU Can Look Like 
Check out this recent accessory dwelling unit project we finished in Santa Ana, CA. This ADU includes three full bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, providing these homeowners with a fully functional living space rather than a compact add-on. 

Many Santa Ana homeowners are looking at ADU additions as a good way to grow their property's value and usability without having to worry about moving or buying a new home. This project shows what can be possible in your backyard when you treat it as genuine extra living space. 

Whether you are looking at this new space to rent out, house family, or simply add to your property, this Santa Ana ADU helps as a reminder that this added space doesn't have to be small. 

Thinking About Having an ADU of Your Own?
Every empty plot and every homeowner's goals are different. If you're considering a 1-bedroom to 3-bedroom ADU, the right plans can make your addition feel like the right choice. 

📍Proudly Serving Santa Ana, Orange County, and the greater California Area.

Take a 360° Tour of This Incredible Escondido High Ceiling Conversion!

We've got a special follow-up to our recent Escondido project update!

While before-and-after photos and video walkthroughs do a fantastic job of showcasing a home's remodeling transformation, nothing quite compares to being able to explore the finished space yourself. That's where our 360° panoramic viewer shines.

With just a few clicks, you can look around the room from every angle and experience the renovation at your own pace. It's the next best thing to standing inside the home!

This particular high ceiling conversion is especially fun to explore. What was once 519 square feet of unused vertical space has been transformed into two beautiful new living areas -- a spacious open loft media room and a brand-new bedroom complete with its own closet.

Seeing the numbers on paper is impressive, but stepping into the space virtually really puts the scale of this home improvement project into perspective. The added functionality and dramatic transformation are immediately apparent when you're able to take in every detail for yourself.
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Ready to see what 519 square feet of hidden potential looks like? Click the button below and start your 360° tour!

If you've ever looked up at the large open area above your living room or entryway and wondered if it could be transformed into usable square footage, you're not alone. The answer depends on the structure of your home, but in many cases, the answer is yes.

A great example is one of our current design projects in San Marcos, California.

While currently in the design phase, this home is converting its high ceiling into a grand bedroom with a walk-in closet and bathroom. Before a single wall is framed, every major decision is made with agreement with our clients and then brought to life through 3D visualization. These renderings allow the homeowners to experience the project before construction begins. They can see how the bedroom will look, how the bathroom looks next to the closet, how the windows bring in natural light, and how the new second floor integrates with the rest of the house. It's also an opportunity to refine the design. Sometimes a doorway moves. Sometimes a closet grows. Sometimes a window is adjusted. We make sure every addition is in alignment with our clients' needs.

This home is shaping up to be one of those "best of both worlds" remodeling projects!

When most people think of a high ceiling conversion, they assume that the entire open-to-below space needs to be filled in. That's definitely not the case. Some of our favorite projects are the ones that preserve portions of the home's soaring ceilings while still adding a significant amount of functional living space.

The high ceiling spaces above the dining area and entryway are being converted as part of the remodel, while the dramatic high ceiling above the living room will remain untouched. The result? The homeowners get to keep that bright, open, and airy feeling in one of the home's main gathering spaces while gaining valuable square footage elsewhere.

The primary goal of this renovation is to expand one of the home's existing bedrooms for this growing family. By utilizing the unused space above the dining room and entryway, we're able to create a substantial bedroom extension without building outward or giving up any backyard space.

Of course, once you start adding this much square footage, some exciting possibilities begin to emerge. We're also exploring options for incorporating a dedicated home office or even a family room into the final design. With this much available space, there's plenty of flexibility to create something truly special.

This project is a great example of why we love high ceiling conversions so much. You don't always have to choose between preserving your home's openness and adding more living space. Sometimes, you can have both.
Stay tuned! We're excited to see where the design process takes this one.

San Marcos, CA
San Diego County 
High Ceiling Conversion

We have another exciting home transformation in the works, and this one has a ton of potential!
This home features an ideal setup for a high ceiling conversion -- a tall, flat, open-to-below space above the living room. Rather than leaving that vertical space unused, we're exploring how it can be transformed into a functional room addition that better fits the homeowners' needs.

With this much available square footage, there are several exciting possibilities. Two options that immediately stand out are:

🛏️ Bedroom
📺 Open Loft Bonus Room

Many homeowners pursue a high ceiling conversion because they need additional space for a growing family. However, when a bedroom isn't the priority, an open loft offers incredible flexibility. These spaces can adapt over time and serve as a:

📺 Media Room
📖 Study Area
💻 Home Office
🎮 Kids' Play Area
...and much more!

Another possibility being considered for this remodel is the addition of a new balcony connected to the loft space. While still in the design phase, this feature could further enhance the connection between the home's interior and outdoor areas.

One of the biggest advantages of an open loft is that it adds valuable living space while maintaining the bright, open feeling that makes these homes so appealing. It's a true best-of-both-worlds solution -- more usable square footage without sacrificing the home's original character.

Our architectural design team is currently developing detailed 3D renderings to help the homeowners visualize the possibilities before construction begins. Stay tuned as we continue sharing updates on this exciting high ceiling conversion and watch this home improvement project take shape!

San Diego, CA
San Diego County
High Ceiling Conversion

About a week ago, we shared the first look at this exciting San Diego project. Things move quickly around here, and this home is no exception! Since then, our architectural design team has developed a renovation concept that completely transformed the homeowners' vision of what their home could become.

That large, unused high ceiling above the living area is no longer just empty space. Instead, it's being reimagined as a spacious open loft bonus room that will add valuable square footage while maintaining the home's open feel.

One of the biggest advantages of an open loft is its incredible versatility. As a family's needs evolve, the space can evolve with them. It can easily function as a:

🎬 Media Room
🧸 Kids' Play Area
💼 Home Office
📚 Study Space
📦 Storage Area
...and much more!

For these homeowners, the goal was to create a dedicated media space, and our design team delivered a concept that exceeded expectations. We believe great design is about more than adding floors and walls; it's about helping homeowners visualize how they'll actually live in the space. That's why we create detailed, photorealistic 3D renderings that bring each renovation to life long before construction begins.

The improvements don't stop upstairs. Since the dining room below would be receiving a brand-new ceiling, the homeowners decided to upgrade it with a custom coffered ceiling rather than a standard flat finish. It's a timeless architectural feature that adds depth, elegance, and character while helping unify the overall design of the home.
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This project is now entering its final design phase, and the CALOFT team is looking forward to turning these concepts into reality. Be sure to follow along as this transformation moves from design to construction, and don't forget to explore our other high ceiling conversion projects taking place throughout the San Diego area!

Fallbrook, CA
San Diego County
High Ceiling Conversion

We are excited to share some big news with the Fallbrook community! TruPlans and CALOFT are bringing our specialized high ceiling conversion services to local homeowners looking to unlock the hidden potential within their homes.

Have you ever looked up at the unused space above your living room and thought, "Could this become an actual room?" In many cases, the answer is absolutely yes!

Many two-story homes have valuable square footage sitting unused above their main living areas. Rather than letting that space go to waste, homeowners can often transform it into a beautiful new area designed around their family's needs. Whether it's an open loft, a home office, an additional bedroom, a media room, or a play space, high ceiling conversions provide an efficient way to expand your home without the cost and disruption of building outward.

This is exactly where TruPlans and CALOFT excel. With more than two decades of experience specializing in these unique renovations, we've helped homeowners convert empty vertical space into functional additions that feel like they were always part of the original home.

From the initial design concepts to the final stages of construction, our teams work together to create a seamless remodeling experience. Through detailed architectural planning and realistic 3D renderings, homeowners can visualize their future space before construction begins, ensuring every detail is thoughtfully planned.
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We are excited to begin working with homeowners throughout Fallbrook and look forward to showcasing the incredible transformations ahead. If you've been wondering what your unused high ceiling could become, now is the perfect time to explore the possibilities. The extra room your family needs may already be waiting above you!

San Diego, CA
San Diego County
High Ceiling Conversion

This home's soaring ceiling is about to become one of its greatest assets. Rather than leaving all of that overhead space unused, these homeowners are converting it into a generous open loft that will add valuable living space without altering the home's footprint.

Few room additions offer the versatility of an open loft. It can function as a home office, entertainment area, study space, reading corner, gaming lounge, or simply a comfortable place for the family to spend time together. As your family's needs evolve, the space can easily evolve with them.

One feature homeowners especially appreciate is that an open loft doesn't sacrifice the home's spacious feel. Instead, it expands the home's usable square footage while preserving the open sightlines and abundant natural light that make the upper level feel bright and inviting. The result is a living space that feels both larger and more practical.

For many families, it's the ideal balance. They gain meaningful everyday living space while retaining the open character that attracted them to the home in the first place. It's a smart renovation that delivers the benefits of both worlds.

Our architectural designers are now putting the finishing touches on a collection of lifelike 3D visualizations, allowing the homeowners to experience the proposed transformation before construction begins. Once the plans receive final approval, the CALOFT construction team will bring every detail to life with the quality craftsmanship they're known for.
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We invite you to follow this exciting renovation from the initial design phase through the completed build. Click the button below to track this project's progress and discover more high ceiling conversion transformations taking place throughout the San Diego area.

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA Remodeler
Orange County
High Ceiling Conversion

Large open-to-below spaces and non-vaulted ceilings are a perfect recipe for what we do - turn that empty space into new rooms! 

Instead of letting that overhead real estate going to waste, we will be repurposing it into something that will be a much better fit for this family. That emptiness is going to be converted into a new bedroom with a walk-in closet and bathroom. These kind of additions are the bread and butter of what we do. Most of our clients seek us out, desperately needing that extra living space as their family continues to grow. 

This project is currently in the pre-design phase. We can't wait to see what our expert architectural design team has in mind for this remodel. 

If you would like to stay up-to-date on this home improvement journey - as well as check out our other projects in the surrounding Rancho Santa Margarita community - then click the button below!

We are excited to announce that we are now serving the Livermore, CA community. We aim to bring our high ceiling conversion expertise to your region, as well as the surrounding Alameda County and greater San Francisco area at large!

With over 20+ years of experience in this field, we handle the entire remodeling process from start to finish:

✅ Home Evaluation
✅ Collaborative Design
✅ Planning & Permitting 
✅ Construction (2-3 weeks!)

Whether you want a new open loft above your living room, or a new bedroom to better fit your growing family, we are here to assist you in your home improvement dreams! 

That construction time is not a false promise. Because of our extensive knowledge in this special kind of remodel, our average high ceiling conversion construction time is 2-3 weeks. The slightly more involved projects take 3-4 weeks. That is still miles ahead of our average general contractor! 

Ready to transform your home? Click the button below to get started!