On Mon, 13 Jul 2015 20:18:55 +0100, ARW wrote:

"GB" wrote in message
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Leaving aside all the complicated stuff about whether you are allowed
to do it and whether the joists are strong enough, I have a question.

Instead of building a room that you have to climb up to, why not build
cupboards that move up and down?

A lift?

I'm reminded of Stirling Moss's kitchen and dining room...

http://nickrileyarchitect.com/2013/0...-house-of-sir-
stirling-moss/