The ceiling could soar to a maximum height of 14 feet by adding 6 feet to the top of the load bearing wall between the living and family room and with an artful series of cut outs light would easily flow through the heightened space.
Raising attic ceiling height.
Once you get to the height desired make the ceiling parallel to the floor.
How to increase attic height step 1.
It was possible to appropriate unused attic space above the entry foyer family and living rooms.
How to raise a ceiling method 1 of 3.
Choosing a ceiling style.
Go into the room you wish to.
To meet the building codes 50 percent of.
Select a vaulted ceiling to take advantage of the available space.
Look for rafters underneath the roof.
Rafter roof framing or truss.
Go up into the attic and observe what type of roof supports you have in your home.
Constructing an elevated ceiling.