An "attic room" is a term used to describe a space located under a pitched roof. The following are synonyms that can be used in place of this term. A "loft" is an open space or room on the upper level of a building. It is often a large room used for storage or a living space. A "garret" refers to a small, cramped attic space. This term is often used in reference to a space above a small cottage or home. A "skylight room" is an attic space that has a window on the ceiling through which natural light passes. Finally, a "roof space" refers to the space between the roof and the ceiling of a building.