Making an attic apartment
To make the room in the attic really attractive and cozy, rather than resembling a furniture warehouse where there is nowhere to set foot, it is necessary to take into account a number of nuances. So, the interior of the room will directly depend on its layout, which, in turn, is determined by the shape of the roof. For example, gable( gable) roof leaves quite a bit of room for maneuvers - there is no ceiling, as such, the sloping walls "steal" free space. The best option for such a room is the installation of a small study, a children's room or a bath.
Much more possibilities are provided by a broken gable roof. The presence of more or less full walls allows you to easily place the necessary pieces of furniture and free space in the center of the room for easy movement. In such an attic you can equip not only a bathroom, a nursery or an office, but also a bright, spacious bedroom, a functional kitchen, a guest room. Particular attention in choosing the design of the attic should be given to the quality of lighting. Typically, the dormer windows are of a non-standard size, which allows homeowners not to worry about penetrating the sun's rays into the room. Much more attention requires artificial lighting - general and local.
According to the regulations, the area of the window glass must be at least 10% of the entire living room area!
It can not be considered an attic without adequate engineering communications. You will have to worry in advance about the provision of water supply, heating, electricity, high-quality local ventilation of the premises. This is especially important in case you decide to equip a bathroom or kitchen in the attic. In addition, designers advise not to neglect the functionality and convenience for the sake of modern and non-standard solutions. Not all of them are suitable for such an unusual room.
Bathroom in the attic - how to combine practicality and functionality?
The bathroom equipment in the attic room is by no means the rarest case, however, in order to avoid a number of problems it is recommended to provide its location even at the design stage of the house. This will allow timely and qualitative installation of the necessary plumbing. Otherwise, when the attic is attached or equiped after the completion of the main construction, it is much more difficult to communicate. This question is especially relevant in the presence of a gable roof. It creates a problem not only in the laying of pipes, but also in the placement of furniture.
The best option for arranging a bathroom is the order of furniture. In this case, according to individual sizes, you will have all the necessary racks, nightstands and cabinets that will perfectly fit into the attic. It is worth remembering one "golden" rule: the lower the ceiling, the lower the furniture should be. You should not feel discomfort when you get up in the tub, or bang your head against an inclined wall, coming to the bedside table. The perfect solution will be the placement in a wall of a special niche where dry towels, various jars, bottles and tubes with creams could be stored.
With regard to the placement of the bath itself, it most often occupies a central place in the room. The original and practical solution is to place it on a low podium with several steps. Such a podium is easy to trim with moisture-resistant materials with an anti-slip coating. A good option would be a corner bath placement. If the bathroom in the attic provides a shower cabin, it is best to place it at the highest wall or in the corner, if the ceiling height allows. As for the installation of the toilet, it is, on the contrary, better to install it at the lowest or inclined wall.
At arrangement in a mansard premise of a bathroom the choice of finishing materials plays a considerable role. Of course, they must be resistant to moisture, the multiplication of harmful microorganisms, mold, as safe as possible for humans. Preference should be given to materials made of plastic, waterproof paint, tiles. Do not avoid using wood, the main thing is that it must be treated properly. Today, designers offer a practical and rather original solution: the lower part of the walls and the floor are tiled, and the upper one is wood. In high-quality lighting, a mosaic of colored glass, located in front of the window, will be especially successful.
Living room and bedroom in the attic - the personification of comfort and comfort
Bedroom and living room - these are the rooms in which we spend quite a lot of time. In the first - during sleep, and in the second - during the waking period. That's why these rooms should be as comfortable and cozy as possible. This is achieved through proper lighting, the placement of furniture and accessories, the selection of colors and general style of the interior. At the same time it is worth noting that the attic is more suitable for the arrangement of the bedroom than the living room, since the latter requires a large amount of free space, which for a mansard room is a rarity. However, the attic with a balcony will be ideal for living room arrangement.
So, if you have decided to equip a bedroom or living room in the attic, then the choice of the stylistic solution and the color scheme is yours, however designers warn against too dark tones and luxurious interiors. Otherwise, even large window openings will not save the situation - the room will be gloomy and gloomy. For a pleasant pastime, whether it be a dream or a wakefulness, choose the light decorating materials that will visually make the room even more spacious . Discard dense and heavy textiles, give preference to light, natural and translucent fabrics. They will make the attic room airy and conducive to a good mood.
The furniture in the living room and bedroom are available depending on the layout. It is recommended to put a bed in the bedroom with a headboard to a low wall, and dressers and cabinets about a higher one. The same applies to sofas and cabinets in the living room. If you do not have the opportunity to place furniture along the walls, then choose the lowest pieces of furniture or buy it on order. Do not leave the sloping walls empty - arrange a niche in them or nail ordinary clothes hooks. If you are embarrassed by the unattractiveness of such a decision, then it can always be eliminated with the help of a screen.
Children in the attic - how to equip competently?
For several years the children's attic has been a great solution for both children and their parents. As a rule, the area of the attic is enough to allocate for the child a playroom, a work area and a sleeping area. So, near the window is usually placed a desk where you can write, draw, sculpt, and just a few years to do the lessons. The bed is usually placed face to the highest wall, and all lockers, chests of drawers and shelves - at the lower or in the corners of the room. It is due to the fact that a child much sharper than an adult reacts to the closed space and the low overhanging ceiling can act on the psyche not in the best way.
Quite often the playing area is the center of the room, but it must be taken into account that as soon as the games end, the toys must be taken to their place. Otherwise, the room will, at least, a mess, as a maximum - a high probability of injury.
Eco-friendly and safe materials are used for finishing the children's room. Color scheme - muted light colors, it is possible to use bright accents. If desired, a children's room in the attic can be turned into a real fairy tale, in this or that world. Today, you can easily find lamps made in the form of heroes of your favorite cartoons, flowers, sun, etc. Finishing materials abound with "children's" themes. Of course, if your child is already sufficiently adult, then it is worth consulting with him, among which he is more comfortable.
Kitchen in the attic - we cook safely and easily!
Arrangement of the kitchen in the attic - a rather rare and unusual solution, which is due to the peculiarities of this room. The fact is that any kitchen requires the provision of increased security measures, high-quality ventilation, the availability of necessary communications. It is not always possible to meet these requirements in the attic room. However, if you have it, then pay attention to some features of the layout and placement of furniture.
First of all you need to decide whether you will have only a kitchen or a kitchen combined with a dining room. As a rule, the area of the attic plays a decisive role in this matter. If it allows, then by means of a step, bar rack, gypsum cardboard partition or color solution, it is possible to divide two functional zones - cooking and eating.
As for the dining room, there is more or less everything clear. Usually it is a dining table with chairs, a small sofa, a couple of armchairs, which are easily placed even in a small area. To equip the kitchen is a bit more complicated. Specialists say that the L-shaped or U-shaped layout is optimal. And in that, and in another case, some pieces of furniture are successfully located under a sloping roof. Choosing furniture, you should consider a number of nuances:
- Modular or transformable products will be an excellent alternative to conventional cabinet furniture, which has no place in the attic.
- Purchase products on order. This will allow you to occupy even the most inconspicuous angle and make it functional.
- Closed cupboards or nightstands can be replaced with special open storage compartments for kitchen utensils.
- Choose furniture on castors and made of light materials. This will allow you to easily move it around the kitchen, changing the interior of the room.
Pay special attention to the windows. It is better, if in such kitchen there will be not one big, but several medium windows. In this case, the light will be evenly distributed over the area of the room. Give up the usual curtains that are easily exposed to contamination. Choose blinds or roller blinds that fit snugly against the window and allow you to adjust the degree of illumination of the room.
Cabinet in the attic - work in pleasure
Furnishing the office in the attic is an excellent solution for business people. The ability to order racks of a suitable size allows you to place in the office a large library or conveniently sort business papers. An indispensable attribute of a good cabinet is a solid table made of solid wood and a working chair. They are usually located near the window so that the working person is sitting facing him. Absolutely superfluous in such an office will be a few armchairs for guests or a cozy sofa.
Today, the office in the attic is an opportunity to combine business with pleasure, work with rest, so if the area of the room allows, do not deny yourself the pleasure of installing a compact simulator. It can be a treadmill or an exercise bike - the classic options. With regard to the decoration of the room, then for the office are chosen quite light colors. On their background, noble and exquisite looks dark furniture, for example, from mahogany.
