Why more UK homeowners are choosing homelifts
With more homeowners in the UK prioritising comfort and future accessibility, homelifts are becoming a smart upgrade, not just a necessity. Curious about the difference between a residential elevator and a homelifts? Take a look at our blog on the topic.
Homeowners are installing homelifts for many reasons: from supporting a family member with mobility needs, to planning for ageing in place, and enhancing their home’s long-term value.
At Uplifts, we specialise in helping you find the right lift for your lifestyle, home layout, and your own personal home aesthetic. Our expert team works with you to identify the most practical and discreet installation location in your existing home layout.
Based on real feedback from surveyors and customer installations, here are the top 5 most popular and practical places to install a homelift in your home.
- Lounge to bedroom – the most popular route
When it comes to homelift placement, the most popular choice is a straight run from the living room to the bedroom. This route often works because it tends to follow the natural vertical line through the centre of the home, and this makes installation straightforward.
Some other benefits include:
- Direct access between living and sleeping areas.
- Minimises structural disruption.
- Lends itself to comfort and convenience.
- Provides seamless movement between the two rooms you use most.
- Dining room to bedroom – a close second
Particularly in open or semi-open plan layouts, dining room to bedroom offers another elegant and practical option. Dining areas often have more floor space, which can make lift integration smoother.
This is why it works:
- Flexible floor plans make it easier to select a discreet homelift location.
- Dining rooms often adjoin the kitchen or living room for added convenience.
- If you’re considering a renovation or extension, this route can often be factored in without compromising your living space.
- Kitchen to bedroom – a rising star in modern homes
An increasingly popular choice, particularly in renovated and modern properties, is the kitchen-to-bedroom route. It is often used when the kitchen is located at the rear of the property, making it ideal for a discreet installation.
Key advantages include:
- It’s functional because it is out of the way.
- Ideal for single-story-to-loft access.
- Can link utility spaces or back entrances to upper floors.
- Great for preserving main living spaces.
- Combines practicality with minimal visual impact.
- Hallway to upper landing – a subtle, practical choice
Perfect for homes with central staircases, installing a homelift in the hallway to the upper landing position offers a neat and compact solution. It’s particularly well-suited to traditional or period homes where living rooms are more defined and enclosed.
The main benefits are:
- It maintains separation between functional and social spaces.
- Maximises usable living room and kitchen floor area.
- Ideal if you’re looking to balance accessibility with a classic home layout.
- Multi-room or external options – for unique layouts
Not all homes follow a standard floor plan, and that’s when a creative installation route is useful. From clever cupboard conversions to external lift shafts, there’s a solution for every property, even the smallest of homes.
Innovative placement ideas include:
- Hall to bedroom (for smaller footprints).
- Lounge/dining/kitchen to upper hallways.
- Office, snug or even large cupboards repurposed as lift shafts.
- External installations for minimal indoor disruption.
Things to consider before installation
Before choosing the best location for your homelift, it’s important to factor in:
- Structural feasibility: Does the lift route affect beams or plumbing?
- Planning permissions: Especially for external or listed properties
- Noise and space: Is the lift near bedrooms or quiet areas?
- Design and aesthetics: Can it integrate with your home’s style?
- Future-proofing: Will this route still serve you in the years to come?
Our expert surveyors can assess all of this during a no-obligation home visit, ensuring your lift works for you, now and into the future.
A homelift that fits your life, and your home
Homelifts are no longer a luxury reserved for large homes or medical needs. With compact, stylish models designed to fit seamlessly into any layout, installing a lift can be a smart, forward-thinking investment.
At Uplifts, we make it easy to find the right solution, with discreet, flexible designs that adapt to your space and support your independence.
Ready to explore the best spot for your homelift? Book your free home assessment today.
