Unlock More Living Space: Finish Your Attic With Dormer Addition in Charlotte NC

Sheryl Kolby
Sep 26
3 min read

Plans for attic addition in southpark charlotte — We start with a plan. Add a small gable dormer in the front of the house, and a large shed dormer in the rear!

Create a Bedroom, Office, or Bonus Room With Smart, Stylish Design

Are you looking to expand your living space without building a full addition? At Kolby Construction, we help Charlotte homeowners transform unused attics into beautiful, livable spaces with custom dormer additions and expert design-build services.

Now is the perfect time to invest in your home — especially if you live in neighborhoods like Huntingtowne Farms, SouthPark, Myers Park, or Dilworth, where space is at a premium and charm matters.

Gable dormer addition in Southpark — Front Gable Dormer

Why Finish Your Attic With Dormer addition Now?

If your attic is just collecting dust and holiday decorations, you could be missing out on hundreds of square feet of usable space — space that could become:

A cozy guest bedroom
A spacious home office
A fun kids’ playroom
A light-filled yoga or art studio
A private teen suite or in-law retreat

Benefits of Attic Renovation in Charlotte NC:

Increases home value and appeal to buyers
Avoids the cost of a major addition
Makes the most of your existing footprint
Boosts insulation and energy efficiency
Adds style and function with custom dormers

Featured Project: Attic Renovation in Huntingtowne Farms (SouthPark)

We recently completed a stunning attic transformation in Huntingtowne Farms, a highly desirable neighborhood in Charlotte’s SouthPark area.

Project Goals:

Convert a dark, unfinished attic into a bedroom
Add two dormers to increase headroom and bring in light
Improve insulation, HVAC, and overall energy performance
Match finishes to the home’s existing interior design

Highlights:

Fully code-compliant egress windows via dormers
Seamless integration with the home’s HVAC system
Beautiful trim, lighting, and flooring finishes
Finish your attic with dormer addition

Shed dormer addition in Southpark Charlotte — We added a shed dormer in the rear of the home to let in light and increase headroom!

Pro Tip: If you live in South Charlotte, SouthPark, or Dilworth, your home may be a perfect candidate for attic finishing — and dormers can dramatically expand your usable space.

Kolby Construction’s Attic Renovation Process

We take care of everything — from design and engineering to permits and final paint. Here’s what to expect:

Step 1: Free Consultation & Feasibility Review

We inspect your attic, framing, HVAC, and layout potential. You tell us your goals — office? Guest suite? Playroom?

Step 2: Custom Design + Dormer Planning

We create design plans with dormer placements, layout ideas, and finish options. Our engineers ensure safety and code compliance.

Step 3: Permitting & Preparation

We handle all local permits with Mecklenburg County and prepare your home to minimize disruption.

Step 4: Framing + Dormer Construction

We carefully open your roof, frame the dormers, install new windows, and weatherproof every seam.

Step 5: Mechanical, Electrical & Insulation

We extend HVAC, wire for lights and outlets, and install high-performance insulation to keep your attic cool and cozy.

Step 6: Finishing Touches

Drywall, paint, trim, floors, and any custom storage or built-ins. We match your home’s style and leave everything spotless.

Why Choose Kolby Construction?

Kolby Construction is a locally trusted design-build contractor in Charlotte NC, known for high-quality craftsmanship and excellent client communication. We specialize in:

Attic conversions
Dormer additions
Custom home renovations
Historic and high-character neighborhoods like SouthPark, Myers Park, and Cotswold

We’re proud to serve Charlotte homeowners who want to stay in the neighborhood they love — but need more space to grow.