Are lofts practical? The loft home compact implies a willingness to make some moderate sacrifices in order to achieve an open and inviting look
. Indeed, a 1,100 square foot loft can have the function of an 800 square foot condo because the pillars and posts can get in the way. On the other hand, those materials add character. The payoff is a living space where it's easy to move furniture and create temporary rooms for infinite experimentation and variety. In my opinion, the answer to the question depends on mindset and attitude.