A woman in Brighton, England, is transforming her dark, dusty attic into a treehouse-inspired space. Since March, Charlotte Violet has been documenting the DIY transformation in real time on TikTok.

Each week Mansion Global tackles a design topic with an elite group of designers from around the world who work on luxury properties. This week we look at how to design a light, airy and chic attic.

Dear Jason: Look for a new contractor. Special designs of roof trusses are available, some not priced much higher than standard trusses, specifically designed for attic storage areas or full rooms.