Are you dreaming of moving to a larger home to increase space, but are not sure if it would be appropriate right now? Then think about an alternative.
Some of us can't afford to move to new house and start new life. But this probably shouldn't be done in a hurry. Here are 10 examples for inspiration:
A merciless mess
Decorate your shelves, but don't overdo it
Once you get rid of the clutter, you will see that the room has become twice as large. But this does not mean throwing away all things, but simply reconsidering what is needed. Which photos to remove and which ones to leave on the shelves, for example. This will make your room feel freer.
Use all niches
Add furniture, but don't forget that everything is good in moderation
Many of us would like to have a separate office, but this is not possible. If you are living in the house temporarily, then the obvious solution may be to use a niche in the dining room or living room for a desk.
Get ready to use every inch
Try to remove shelves from under your feet up to the ceiling
To avoid the feeling that the room is limiting you, the first thing you need to do is learn how to use the space wisely. Can you squeeze in shelves or just a couple of hooks? And don't forget about the top. For example, such a shelf near the ceiling helps to store many books and not clutter the room.
Don't be afraid to clean up the walls
One wide room more impressive than a few small ones
This apartment in Paris shows how stylish and spacious a home can look without interior walls, as opposed to an apartment with several small rooms. But before making dramatic changes to the layout, you need to find out whether the wall is load-bearing.
Love functionality in the kitchen
If the kitchen is white, then the main thing is that the surfaces are easy to clean
You don’t have to fill the kitchen with a bunch of furniture; a stove, refrigerator, sink and table for preparing dishes will be enough. You just need everything to be functional and easy to use. For example, this kitchen looks tiny, but modern and comfortable.
Create a space for the dining table
The brighter the room, the larger it looks
You don't need a table for 12 people because, to be clear, you're dining with a cat most of the time. Too much big table will make the room even smaller. In turn, even the smallest dinner table can look great if you put your favorite chairs next to it and hang beautiful paintings nearby.
Use the space professionally
A lot of furniture is not a problem if it does not interfere with moving around the room
IN small space It is essential to use the space efficiently. Even if the kitchen, dining room and living room are located close together, they should not interfere with each other. Each zone must be clearly demarcated. A kitchen counter can be a good divider, while a sofa by the table and shelves under the TV along with the stove can keep the room neat and tidy.
Squeeze in the sofa
A corner sofa will save space, but will not reduce comfort
If you can squeeze it in, then you won’t care about anything else. This cleverly designed living room shows that a small room can also be cozy and relaxing. The L-shaped sofa looks comfortable without being bulky, and two large paintings and floor lamp add charm to her.
Think about style rather than size
Half-dark rooms can also look cozy
Many hotel rooms are quite small, but you may still enjoy it. This goes to show that when it comes to the bedroom, style and comfort always come before space.
If you have a room in which you store everything you need (a bed, a place for things, and a small table for small things), then you don’t need anything else. If you can also squeeze in a chair with a TV, like in the picture, then even better.
Let the studio be simple, but with elements of chic
It’s more pleasant to spend time in the studio with a homely atmosphere
Most often, studio apartments are the most difficult to furnish. Both the kitchen, dining room and living room are combined into one room, but it is light and bright, using vintage shades: mustard, lime and orange, which adds charm and charisma. A White paint on the walls though standard option, but will always help expand a small space.
So let's remember the basic rules for expanding space in a room in an apartment or house: lots of light, functional furniture, 100% space utilization and own feeling freedom in the room. This is what will help you feel that you are at ease even in the smallest room.published
It is important that the house design allows you to use every centimeter of space to your advantage. Cold attics, which were left that way due to insufficient insulation that could be purchased and used, are becoming a thing of the past. Options for projects with attics come first. A great addition to such a home would also be a balcony, where you can enjoy your morning coffee and watch the dawn of a new day.
Basic information
If you go up to the attic of a house with gable roof, then it becomes clear that the space, which is slightly smaller than what is on the ground floor, is simply walking around. That is why many decide to choose a house project with an attic. The latter is the result correct use idle space in the attic. There are many options for who started using it and when attic space For living rooms. Until some time it was believed that these premises were rented to those who could not pay enough money for a normal room. In ancient Israel, the roofs of houses were flat, but they were also used as residential roofs on some holidays. Nowadays it is believed that the higher the apartment, the more prestigious it is.
For one-story house There are a large number of ways to use the attic. You can make another full floor on it with all the amenities for living. For those who like to play sports, the attic can serve as a small gym, where you can easily place several exercise equipment and even treadmill. Another option would be to allocate the attic for a study. Due to the impassability of the territory and good natural light there you will be able to fully concentrate on your work and do it efficiently. Some projects involve moving some units from the ground floor to the attic, for example, a bathroom.
Positive and negative sides
Projects with mansard roof carry a number of positive aspects who bribe. Among them are:
- economic benefit of the project;
- large usable area;
- there is no need for additional communication planning;
- saving on heating;
- gradual finishing work;
- Possibility of living for several families.
From an economic point of view, a one-story house is being built, but it turns out to be a two-story house thanks to the attic. We can say that with a mansard roof the area increases almost double. In this case, the involved land plot remains the same. No need to compile additional project for supplying gas or other communications to the attic. This is one building, so you can connect them directly from the first floor, if legislation allows it. If the house design includes an attic with a bay window, then there is no need to finish them immediately after construction. The main thing is to prepare the first floor, the rest will be done gradually.
Don't dwell only on the positive. It's important to know if there are any downsides so you can weigh all sides wisely. One of them is to find a responsible designer and contractor. They must have a good knowledge of all construction standards and permissible loads. This will avoid unpleasant consequences. The least of these will be the appearance of mold not only in the attic, but also on the first floor. In the worst case it can lead to destruction rafter system. If the project includes windows that will be built into the roof, then you should know that their cost will be several times higher than ordinary ones.
Main nuances
Designing an attic roof requires a more scrupulous approach than a conventional one with a cold attic. Special attention it is necessary to pay attention to waterproofing. It must be laid in accordance with all requirements. Even the slightest leaks are not allowed. They can ruin not only interior decoration, but also insulation. The latter must be placed under the roof. Moreover, its layer must be sufficient to provide thermal insulation, which will be equal to that of the walls on the first floor. For this role for the attic you can use different kinds mineral wool, as well as polystyrene foam. You can watch a video about this below. This approach will avoid sudden temperature changes, which may not be noticeable on the ground floor, but will affect all equipment that will be located in the attic. If the attic was not included in the original design, then you should think very carefully about what furniture and Decoration Materials will be used on this floor. Under heavy loads, the walls may not be able to withstand.
Advice! The attic roof does not necessarily have to be used as a continuous room. It can be demarcated as desired using drywall and insulation.
Examples of projects
Companies involved in construction are ready to provide a large number of their own developments and developments. But what if you don’t like any of them? You can independently create a rough plan of what you would like to see in a specific area. As a basis, you can take some of the house designs that will be given below. One of the tricks would be right choice roof shapes. If it is an ordinary gable, then up to 40% is lost usable area. If it is a sloping roof, then you can win up to 90% of the area in the room. If it is raised sufficiently, the attic will be exactly the same in area as the first floor.
House plan 6 by 6
On the plan from above you can see very interesting project houses with a mansard roof. His main positive thing is that it fits in a small area. Its dimensions are only 6 by 6 meters. You may notice that the project includes a bay window. Its space can be used for Personal Area or under the dining room, as pictured above. There is a large bedroom and good kitchen. On the second floor there are two more bedrooms where you can comfortably accommodate your friends. There is also a space that is used as a balcony. The roof is broken, so it will be possible to make maximum use of the attic space. In the three-dimensional projection you can see that the house can be built with a plinth. This means that you can easily equip a basement to store various household utensils. It will not be possible to heat such a house special labor.
House plan 8 by 8
This project also does not take up much space on the site, but is very well laid out. It also has a bay window. On the first floor, its space is used for the living room, and on the second floor it is already a bedroom. If desired, it can be converted into a work office, which will be very convenient. Instead of a large hall on the attic floor, you can easily build a good bathroom, leaving only a toilet downstairs. You can make two floors identical so that two families can comfortably fit without feeling discomfort. The staircase is made in two flights with a rotation of 180 degrees. This makes it possible to save as much space as possible, but functionality does not suffer.
Project 10 by 10
The plan above shows a rather interesting project. On the ground floor you can see everything necessary premises. At the same time, none of them suffers in terms of area. The bathroom turned out to be quite spacious, so it can accommodate not only a shower stall, but also a bathtub. The kitchen is also spacious, so you can eat in it or in the living room. There is a small terrace. You can access it directly from the kitchen so you can enjoy aromatic coffee with your loved one. On the attic floor there is a room for children and a room for guests. There is a separate bathroom, which will help avoid queues in the morning. As you can see, the space of the bay windows at the top is not used. They can be placed under one continuous balcony, which would be a good solution.
Project 9 by 14
Such a house project with an attic and a balcony will be relevant for big family. A family with four or more children can easily fit in such a house. The ground floor contains all the main premises that should be in an ordinary house. There is also a large terrace for relaxation. Provided separate room For heating devices with entrance from the terrace. The kitchen can be combined with a dining room and a recreation room, which will allow the family to always be together, even if someone is busy cooking. The attic floor has common room for communication, two separate bedrooms and a bathroom. One of the bedrooms can be reserved for parents, and the other is equipped for children. Such a project requires a reasonable approach and correct calculation, to attic floor did not put excessive stress on the first one.
Conclusion
The dimensions in each project of a house with an attic are given to make it easier to navigate. They can be easily changed to suit your needs. For example, taking a 10 by 10 house plan as a basis, it can easily be reduced to 8 by 8 meters. In this case, you will have to sacrifice the area of some rooms or eliminate them altogether, but the functionality will remain at the proper level. Don't be afraid to imagine and fantasize. The result can be very interesting solution for a house with an attic.
Alina Shurukht, resident of the Association of Russian-speaking Professional Space Organizers (ARPO), talks about the most effective ones.
Getting rid of trash
Correct and effective organization of space always begins with getting rid of unnecessary things. Check your cabinets for unused items. Get rid of what doesn't bring you joy and doesn't help you achieve your goals. An old sweater, uncomfortable shoes, expired jam, outdated guidebooks - everything that clutters the house must leave the premises.
We rent things
There is a category of things that we don’t want to get rid of, despite the fact that we use it no more than once a year, or even less often: sleeping bag, fondue maker, screwdriver. It would seem that the necessary items. However, if you set out to increase the number free space in your home, start borrowing things from this category. This trick will save space and reduce clutter.
We use the vertical storage method
We are used to storing clothes, towels and bed linen in classic horizontal stacks. However, in practice, such storage is not always rational. By stacking things vertically, like books on a shelf, you have the opportunity to take in everything at once, make it easier to find, and also maintain order for a long time. At vertical storage Removing an item from a row does not violate general design, which cannot be said about the classic stack, which immediately tilts when you pull things out from below or from the middle. In addition, this method effectively saves space, allowing you to use the entire surface of a shelf or drawer.
Properly organize storage on high shelves
If there is a low object on a high shelf, you lose precious centimeters. Divide the height with a shelf insert or hanging basket. Data organizational tools will create extra space for storing things.
And adding shelves
To make the most of your space, you can add additional shelves. Despite the obvious this method, it is often the last thing that comes to mind.
We use the nesting doll method
Use the nesting doll method when storing pots, containers, salad bowls and other items that can be stored one inside the other.
We store things in vacuum bags
Vacuum bags reduce the volume of things by 75% and increase space in the closet. Place pillows, blankets, out-of-season clothes and baby clothes in them for growing.
Let's use the base
If you're in the kitchen planning stages, don't forget to order plinth drawers. They make great storage for baking sheets and other low-height kitchen utensils.
We use doors and walls for storage
Doors and empty walls are also potential storage areas. For example, hooks for drying towels can be attached to the bathroom door, inside kitchen cabinet doors - rails for storing lids, and empty wall in the hallway there is a box for incoming documentation (receipts and newspapers).
We buy multifunctional furniture
Effectively help save space multifunctional furniture or transformable furniture. Ottoman with storage compartment, folding table, bed that transforms into workplace, - these options, although not budgetary, help to make the most of every centimeter of living space.
No matter how many rooms there are in the house, . Some people have been dreaming of an office for a long time, others need another children's room or game room for a child, for someone - a workshop... The owner of this mansion felt sorry for the unused space under the ceiling - so much space wasted.
He did not stop with just thinking about this idea and brought his wonderful project to life. It took time and effort to install the floor and special supporting structures, but the result is stunning! See how you can do it extra room- It seems to me that this is even much easier than renovating an ordinary room.
How to use the space above the stairs
The idea turned out to be brilliant! The additional room comfortably houses children's things; windows fill the space with light. Such a playroom is every child's dream. However, this place is so advantageous that any room could be arranged here - a reading room, an office or an art workshop.
Spare guest bedroom- also an idea. If you have unused space in your home, remember that you can adapt it to your needs with just a little effort. Creativity always brings the best results.
Show everyone this story of a wonderful transformation of space. Create comfort in your home with inspiration!
Every square meter I want to use a small city apartment to its full potential. And the free space in front of the window sill in the living room is no exception. What to put here depends on your needs.
Business time
- Photo 1, 2. The table legs are two panels fastened with hinges, one of which is movable. To fold the table, you need to rotate the moving part 180° and lower the semicircular tabletop. The bottom of the legs is cut out in steps so that when turning the panel scratches the floor less.
- Photo 3. The lattice side does not interfere with movement warm air emanating from the radiator. In addition, it combines decorativeness with functionality: it covers part of the battery and prevents all sorts of small things from falling off the table.
If you work at home, then the best place for your desk is by the window. But it is important that it is not too dissonant with the rest of the living room decor, inappropriately reminding you of work when you want to relax. Our table is a folding structure, equipped with a side in the form of a lattice panel. White color was chosen for two reasons. Firstly, it is combined with upholstered furniture and a bookcase, standing nearby. Secondly, the smooth white surface better reflects the sun's rays, thereby maintaining sufficient insolation of the room.
Bench for bookworms
- Photo 1, 2. This country style bench is made of laminated wooden shields and painted in White color. If desired, the seat can be made soft, but it is better to use removable cushions with replaceable fabric covers.
- Photo 3. Round holes are made in the high back not only for beauty. In winter, when the heating is on, they promote better circulation of warm air. For the same reasons, the bench was equipped with figured legs, and not solid base on the plinth.
Do you like to gather in one room with your whole family or invite friends? Then place a comfortable bench with a curved back near the window. The thick, rich red color of the walls does not excite, but, on the contrary, evokes a feeling of comfort and solidity. Predominantly white furniture and textiles balance the color scheme.
Eating at home
- Photo 1, 2. It makes sense to hang a height-adjustable lamp above the table. This is convenient, especially if meals tend to drag on until dark.
- Photo 3. The design of the table is quite simple. It rests not only on forged legs, but is also connected at one end to a lattice panel covering the heating radiator. Especially for this purpose, a slot is made in the central part of the panel into which the edge of the tabletop is inserted.
Choosing a dining room combined with a living room has its advantages. Especially if the family consists of more than two people. And, of course, it is better to place the dining table by the window. Like, for example, in this room, which is very reminiscent of a terrace country house. It pours from the window, slightly muffled by the curtains sunlight. Wicker chairs are placed around a table with a forged base. The picture is complemented by country-style accessories: sconces on black wrought-iron brackets and a long shelf under the ceiling, lined with “country” utensils.
Paradise for flowers
- Photo 1, 2. The design of the table resembles a box on legs equipped with wheels. Rectangular hole in the middle of the tabletop provides access to the depths of the “box”. Plastic or ceramic flower pots are placed here.
- Photo 3. Plants are easy to care for. The bottom shelf, on which wicker containers with equipment are placed, adds practicality to the table. It is not recommended to pour soil directly onto the bottom of the “box”. Wood is not the most moisture-resistant material.
If the window sills are too narrow and pots with plants cannot fit on them, you can get out of the situation with the help of an original console table placed near the window. Flowers placed on it, even very tall ones, will not interfere with opening the window. In our interior, this table follows the general style and is painted white. The color scheme of the room is laconic, but not boring: white furniture against the backdrop of rich yellow walls and textiles. Curtains decorated with appliques in the form of stylized tulips and a sisal mat help to enhance the nature theme.
