There's a certain romance to garret living; plus, attic spaces are found square footage, perfect for playrooms, offices, guest bedrooms.

Above: A serene sanctuary in London, via Light Locations.

Above: Vipp house in Denmark, photo by Richard Powers.

Above: A summerhouse in Sweden from LASC Studio.

Above: An attic living space in Amsterdam from X + L.

Above: An attic from the portfolio of London-based photographer Edina van der Wyck.

Above: An attic in Belgium by Broekx-Schiepers.

Above: An attic spa sanctuary in Belgium.

Above: An attic space in Denmark from designers Tapet Cafe.

Above: A rough-hewn attic bedroom from the portfolio of Hotze Eisma.

Above: An attic from the portfolio of photographer Paul Massey.

Above: An attic bedroom in Suffolk, England, via Light Locations.

Above: An attic in Sweden from Tham & Videgard Hansson Arkitektur.

Above: An attic bedroom from Inside Inside Tumblr.