Of course, in a standard Soviet-built apartment, there is no way to make a multi-level redevelopment. But if, for example, you are going to build a new house, then, at current land prices, this option will give you the opportunity to significantly increase your living space. Such a restructuring is good in the "old fund", in houses with high ceilings. It will allow not only to expand the space, but also to use one room for different purposes.
The second tier of the apartment can become a true decoration of your home, and will also help solve problems with the layout. On it you can easily place a bedroom, a library, a work area or a winter garden.
Designed by designers Jose Maria Saez and Daniel Moreno Flores, this option is made of natural wood and is located above the kitchen-dining room. Neat, quite original, with natural light through a panoramic window, in our climate zone it is quite suitable for a summer house or as a second floor in a cafe.
In the house, proposed by the architect Carter-Williams, the bedroom, located on the second level, creates the visual feeling of a studio apartment.
This small (only 29 square meters) Polish second-floor apartment by design firm 3XA features a master bedroom with a king-size bed above the bathroom and hallway.
In the project of restructuring the Oriental Warehouse Loft, a historic building in San Francisco, the specialists of the Italian House Studio by Studioata have completely redesigned the attic, completely unnecessary in the apartment, into a living area. Architects Edmonds and Lee provided a bedroom, bath and library on the second level. Here the space is also increased due to glass railings, transparent walls in the bathroom. Which, of course, deprives the owner of such an apartment of privacy, but at the same time gives a sense of freedom. The combination of heavy hardwood floors and exposed old bricks with sleek, light modern finishes, clear glass panels and a weightless steel staircase make the house a little strange, but completely unique and unrepeatable.
Dark walls, a white ceiling, a contrast of wood and metal, a sharp separation of the main space and the additional level are presented in this apartment in the Unité d'Habitation, a famous house in Marseille, built by the architect Le Corbusier.
Here is another version of two-level housing, presented by the Italian company Studioata. Clearly separated from the rest of the space by a contrasting wooden shelf and adorned with a floating staircase, this home office adds personality to a typical studio apartment.
Such an unusual bathroom was created by Dutch architects Leijh, Kappelhof, Seckel, van den Dobbelsteen. In this work, the top floor is again converted from the attic of an old house.
The project of Maxim Zhukov is also interesting. It roughly combines gray stone, wood and metal. A floating staircase, a simple platform that seems to hang freely above the bed, and the correct orientation to the windows make the home office very distinctive.
And this apartment was created in the attic of a former convent located in Val-d'Ois, north of Paris. A cozy seating area is located above the kitchen and a spacious dining area.
Such an apartment in Toronto is offered by the design firm Buildall Construction. The upper level in it is represented by a bedroom above a voluminous dressing room.
A balance between dark floors, white walls, glass railings and a floating oak staircase - all this is in the project of the famous American architect Paul Rudolph.
A creative bathtub over a chic bed is presented by the English firm Wells Mackereth. At the same time, the bed, located under the upper tier, is as if in a niche, which undoubtedly adds intimacy to this free and bright room.
An elegant, clean-lined cabinet is perfect for people who work from home. Thin railings give more light, as if expanding the boundaries of space and filling the entire room with light and air.
Soft lines, glass railings and once again the classic combination of white and black make this penthouse, designed by London-based design firm Foster & Partners, look like a space station from a sci-fi movie.
Another very nice option, in which the kitchen-living room is located below, the bedroom is upstairs, and huge windows are the perfect solution for a small space. White walls, giving more light, are suitable for any interior, but they look especially elegant here, in a room with a small footage.
Another version of the bedroom, romantic, the second level of which is presented in the form of a terrace. The glass railings do not interfere with the beautiful view from the window.
Transparent railings are simply the perfect option for any small space. Here, the upper tier is represented by a living area located above the kitchen and dining room.
Combining the warmth of wood and the vigor of greenery, the second tier can contrast sharply with the rest of the room. For such a spectacular decor, you can use both live and artificial plants.
And this is an excellent version of the room for a teenager. In such a room, the second level allows you to create a spacious sleeping place, leaving space for bookshelves and a seating area below.
And another option on how to fit a comfortable free bed in a modest area.
Here is another version of the glass railing duplex apartment by Spanish designer Luis Puerta. A great way to expand a home while separating different rooms.
With dining and kitchen downstairs and seating upstairs, this home was rebuilt from a chapel in Wiltshire.
"Nothing more" is the motto of Japanese designer Naoko Horib. The second level here is delimited by two internal balconies.
The dining room is downstairs, the library is on the second level, and the bedroom is on the third. Such an excellent solution is feasible, however, only in a room with really very high ceilings.
A spacious bed connected to the main room by an almost airy spiral staircase. Bright spots on a background of white and steel. All this gives a small apartment a modern, stylish and completely individual look.
This quirky apartment with a library under the stairs, by Marc Koehler Architects, has been converted from a former harbor pub in Holland. Very atmospheric!
White space, bright kitchen furniture, a bedroom above a snow-white bathroom - this is another option for increasing the space from the Airside design bureau.
An example of an apartment in Gothenburg demonstrates how a second level and good design can greatly increase your apartment. In this project, you can note the large windows and white walls, which, as we said above, visually expand any space.
The contrast of black and white, a small second level for a seating area (or maybe a small boudoir?), floating white stairs that grow right out of the air make this bedroom elegant and romantic.
A chic modern design based on the standard combination of white, wood and metal. Beautiful bedroom under a sloping roof. Broken lines and gorgeous accessories. This masterpiece was created in Stockholm.
Thus, having seen so many wonderful, unique and completely different options for two-level apartments, we can conclude that multi-level rooms, white color, glass and a lot of natural light are a great way to expand the space if necessary.
Duplex apartments have become popular not so long ago and are more likely to be associated with elite housing than with mass housing. In fact, such a layout can become accessible to a fairly wide range, it is suitable not only for spacious rooms, but also for relatively small ones.
Peculiarities
Depending on the design features, one should distinguish between apartments located on two floors or on one, but with the possibility of designing a second tier, if the ceiling height allows it. Both can be called two-level. They have the following features:
- This type of apartment may well compete with a country house. Since this type of apartments, in essence, is already different from traditional options, they are purchased to emphasize a certain status or originality of housing.
- Repair of two levels will cost more than one, at least due to the fact that additional costs are required for the installation of stairs or an elevator. As well as their repair and maintenance.
- Choosing a similar option, it is worth considering not only the economic benefits, but also the aesthetic design possibilities. A huge role is played by the way of life of people, since such a design of the internal space implies greater mobility and at the same time a certain isolation. That is, this option is not suitable for sedentary and lonely people.
layout
The basic principle used when zoning a two-story apartment will be the division into a common and a private part. Since access to the top is associated with overcoming certain obstacles (in the form of a ladder), then it will be a private area. Following this rule, upstairs are usually bedrooms and children's rooms. Of course, there are exceptions: the creative process of creating a picture or making business decisions also require privacy, so you can place an office or an art studio there.
A separate recreation area is more suitable for a large family in which each member needs their own space.
For a small family, such a division can become a stumbling block. The common part, on the contrary, unites people. In the lower part, there is usually an entrance hall, kitchen, dining room, living room, library, playroom, etc.
Particular attention should be paid to bathrooms. One of them may be smaller in size and functionality, but there should be at least two of them. Moreover, there are no obstacles for this, since the space below is your property. This will not cause big problems with the legal design of redevelopment.
When combining two levels, it is much more difficult to make a hole in the ceiling as convenient, beautiful and in line with building codes as possible.
Otherwise, it may endanger the entire building. If possible, the overlay itself can be modified, such as making it transparent.
Two levels on one floor
A prerequisite for the design of two-level apartments was the conversion of departmental or industrial buildings into residential ones. As a rule, they all had a ceiling height sufficient for this. This way of organizing space is suitable for any room with suitable parameters. Its main advantage is rational use of space.
One of the most commonly used options is with a bed on top. It is literally created for small and low rooms, the main thing is that there should be at least a meter from the bed to the ceiling. Two-stage designs are often used for children's beds.
In addition to the bed, on the second tier you can place various storage systems - cabinets for various purposes, bedside tables, chests of drawers, etc. Or a cozy workplace in order to be alone with your thoughts. Of course, in order to completely limit such a site, barriers should be considered. They will protect against noise and odors, and transparent models will visually look easier.
Such a design can not only be located in the corner, using walls as additional supports, but also in the middle of the living area. White color will help to make it weightless. In this case, you need to remember about reliability and safety. All supports must be reinforced with metal profiles.
If the kitchen is located below, then warm air and smells will rise up. You should evaluate the capabilities of the ventilation system, be sure to use the hood and air conditioning.
Ascent and descent system
Stairs and other devices that provide access to the upper floor vary in cost and functionality. The cost, as a rule, depends on the material, the mechanisms used, the method of fastening and can reach a quarter of the cost of the apartment itself. Of course, the most popular are the stairs. They may be:
- attached;
- built-in.
It is they who eat up a lot of space not only with their area, but also with the provision of approaches to it. When planning a staircase, you need to remember some of the nuances:
- the slope should not be too steep;
- steps should be wide enough to put a foot on them and as low as possible;
- the surface of the steps should not slip;
- if there are children, elderly people or animals in the house, railings will become a prerequisite. Without them, despite the spectacular appearance, the design is unsafe. The upper platform, if it does not have walls, must also have barriers.
The space under the stairs can also be used. There you can equip storage boxes, build in a small locker or a place to relax.
beautiful options
Modern fixtures and materials allow you to create all kinds of hanging devices. A bed and stairs that do not touch the floor create an effect of lightness. And the unusual coating makes you want to touch it.
A small two-level apartment, decorated in a modern style, is an example of how you can compactly place all the necessary things in a relatively small area.
It is small-sized apartments with carefully selected details, neutral woody colors and textile upholstery that are more comfortable and allow you to relax as much as possible after a working day.
Interior design of a duplex apartment requires attention to layout as well as functionality and ergonomics. We create projects with care for the comfort of the client and help to bring to life any, even the most complex ideas.
Each interior designed by us is distinguished by full compliance with the wishes of the client and current regulations. Every apartment we have worked with has received exclusive two-tier design with a unique aesthetic. We hasten to answer the most common customer questions about this service.
Do you work outside the Moscow Ring Road?
Yes. The regions of our presence are Moscow and the Moscow Region.
I have a two-story cottage, can I order a design for all its rooms?
We are ready to develop a project for any object. Where exactly is your home located - it does not matter. It can be a new building, an exclusive apartment, an old building, a cottage, a penthouse, and even a summer house.
What is included in the design project?
The complete set directly depends on the tariff chosen by you. We offer three options with a different set of services - "Standard", "Optimal" and "Full" project.
"Standard project" includes:
- measurement and assembly drawings;
- working drawings for electrical, plumbing and other;
- selection of materials;
- estimate for repairs.
The "Optimal project" includes everything that is included in the "Standard" one, as well as ordering and controlling the supply of materials, the development of exclusive doors and designer furniture. "Full project" additionally includes the development of a power supply project and the author's control of the repair.
I want to do a remodel. Will you help make it?
We are ready to offer the best solution. The layout can be changed, the staircase can be reinforced or supplemented with related structures. We are ready to zone the space or create a fundamentally new plan for your apartment. Each zone at the same time will differ in maximum functionality. If necessary, we will help to coordinate the redevelopment and draw up all the necessary documents.
Where can I see photos of your work?
Go to the Portfolio section - here are the most illustrative examples of our work. Whatever style you prefer, whatever the area of \u200b\u200byour room, you can find a project that meets your needs.
What determines the price of a design project?
From the area of the premises, the tariff and the need for VIP-service - the provision of a range of additional services.
Please note: if in the future you order repairs in our company, we will deduct from its cost design project price(In the end, you will get it for free). Give us a call or request a callback through the website - a specialist will calculate the estimated cost of the order and answer any questions you may have.
A living room with a high ceiling makes the space of a country house more emotional and expressive. What to think about when planning a two-level living room so that there is no extra trouble later? What nuances should be taken into account when organizing lighting, heating and ventilation? And what to do with unwanted acoustic effects?
3 Use your height wisely
Make a gallery or mezzanine. There you can place a corner for secluded relaxation, an office, a library. The gallery can serve as a passage to other areas of the house.
5 Architectural elements
beautiful staircase- leading to the second floor, to the gallery or to the mezzanine. It can become the main decoration of a high light space. Beams and supporting structures of mezzanines can also be beaten in the interior.
In the photo: staircase 02 from the Santo Passaia factory.
4 How to arrange
Stylistic unity. All rooms visible from the living room and adjoining it - including those located on the mezzanine - must be decorated in the same style. Choose colors and materials carefully.
6 How to heat
Sophisticated heating system. It is difficult to heat a large volume: it requires considerable energy costs and all kinds of measures to reduce heat loss.
Plan a window on the mezzanine. Otherwise, due to natural convection, warm air from below will rise upward and it may turn out to be too stuffy on the mezzanines.
7 Windows and curtains
Special mechanisms and automation- will be needed to open and close high windows, as well as control curtains. The most convenient models with a remote control. Most likely, you will have to call a cleaning company to wash windows.
Supply valves- install them so that the windows do not fog up and condensation does not appear on them. Usually one valve is installed on one leaf.
8 Scents
Forced ventilation required. Without it, smells (for example, food or cigarettes) will rise from the bottom up - from the living room and dining room to the second floor, where bedrooms and a nursery can be located.
9 Noises
Acoustics can be unpredictable. A high ceiling often serves as a resonator and amplifies even the quietest sounds. It is recommended to install sound-absorbing doors in the premises of the second floor.
For home theater, call a specialist- so that when installing the equipment, he would adjust the acoustics in a room with a complex volume.
10 Additional daylight source
Skylights. They will come in handy if the two-level living room has a sloping ceiling. The roof structure - beams, ceilings - can be left open.
11 Artificial lighting
You will need more light than in an ordinary living room. Consider the location of the main source of light and backlight. In any case, you can't do without it. Particular attention - niches under the mezzanine and under the stairs. Difficulties can arise when attaching a chandelier to a sloping ceiling and when replacing light bulbs at high altitudes.
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Nowadays, modern ones are not only a symbol of rationality and convenience, but also help to increase the living space at times. Such housing can be equipped for yourself,. Apartments built on two levels make it possible to preserve the personal space of each family member. And yet, before you decide to buy such housing, you should carefully familiarize yourself with all its advantages and disadvantages, as well as with the design features.
What are two-level apartments: photo
The design of a two-level apartment, the photo of which very clearly illustrates its advantages, has a very long history. Back in medieval times, when land was incredibly expensive and families were quite large, there was a need to use living space with maximum functionality. Thus, the houses began to grow skyward. But, if now apartments on two levels are very expensive and are a symbol of luxury, then in the distant Middle Ages even artisans could afford them. Such housing did not perform any aesthetic function. On the first floor was located kitchen with a workshop, and the upper floors were occupied.
Time passed, and all the old buildings either collapsed or needed restoration. And in order to get as much money as possible, the homeowners decided to divide such two-level apartments into several families. As a result, these houses became widespread in America, called "duplex". This is an economical accommodation option, which at the same time is multifunctional. But even such housing is not to everyone's liking, because people want to buy two floors at once, adjusting them for themselves.
Another relative of a two-level apartment is. Such housing is a low-rise building, which includes several apartments in levels. They first appeared in England during the reign of Victoria. They were settled mainly by noble people, who for some time were forced to change their permanent place of residence. So, already such houses, unlike their ancestors, had to have an aesthetic appearance, therefore they were quite expensive.
Having such a long history, two-level apartments simply could not disappear without a trace for centuries. Therefore, designers very quickly picked up the multi-layered structure, turning it into a striking design element. Very comfortable and easy dividing the apartment into functional areas, you can arrange them in a certain style. And what are the pros and cons of such housing can be found below.
Advantages of a duplex apartment
Not everyone can buy such a cozy corner, but everything is connected with the fact that the prices for bunk apartments are quite high. And if you seriously decide to buy it for yourself, it is still necessary not only to become well acquainted with all the advantages, but also the disadvantages of such housing. First, it is worth noting the pros, among which:
- in terms of convenience of living, they are close to;
- a large amount of free space gives everyone the opportunity to realize their design ideas. You can decorate each floor in a different style or color the zones in;
- For more than one year in a row, designers have been publicly saying that the best option for arranging a two-story apartment is. Thus, you can easily spend the minimum amount of money on furniture;
- choice of functional area. Due to the double area, on each floor you can highlight different functional areas. Most often, the first floor is used for and kitchen, and the second acts as a place for and workshops;
- can become the main design element.
But, despite the many positive aspects, such an apartment has certain disadvantages:
- high utility bills. Since each floor of such an apartment is residential, then heating, together with light, will take up twice as much space in the payment;
- the stairs, despite being a definite plus, can also be a significant minus. Indeed, in an already constructed building, stairs may not be in the most convenient places, which will greatly complicate operation;
- if you constantly resort to redevelopment, the apartment will one day fall into disrepair. Therefore, it is worth taking very seriously any repair of two-level apartments.
Obviously, such an abundance of positive aspects is conducive to itself. But it is always important to know that multi-level apartments are not only expensive, but also take a lot of money in operation.
Design
Recently, such housing has been very popular. Everyone knows that such a multilayer configuration makes it possible to realize any design fantasy. And yet, when it comes time to create that very design, people are faced with the fact that they do not know where to start and what style to choose. Duplex apartments, whose interior photos are often found in housing planning guides, have several basic styles. Among which:
- . This style is very restrained, using only a minimal amount of details and furniture in its design. If you do not have a sufficient sense of proportion, and still want to arrange everything in this way, then you should seek help from a design studio.
Design features
Regardless of which style or variety of styles you choose, there are a number of structural systems that highlight the features of a multi-storey apartment. The duplex apartment, the layout and photos of which can help you express your individual style, is very popular among design studios.
Despite the fact that the owners of an apartment located on the top floor often face operational difficulties, such an arrangement can help with the arrangement. For example, you can create one that will serve as a workshop. That is why the functional zoning of such an apartment is as convenient as possible. On the top floor, you can arrange a large window, which will serve not only as an element of decoration, but also let in as much light as possible into the home.
Since the main feature of multi-layered apartments is high ceilings, it became necessary to decorate such a huge space. An excellent opportunity to perform this function will be. Photos of stretch two-level ceilings in the apartment perfectly illustrate their feature. Thus, tension structures will significantly increase the already large space. By choosing the right color and texture, you can create a unique style for your apartment. And beautiful, it can be a great addition to the interior. stairs. After all, it is this element that serves not only functionally, but also from an aesthetic point of view. Every day you will visit it, which is why it is important to select structural details carefully. The main configurations include:
- Marching stairs. This is a classic option that does not require special costs and does not take much time during construction. When creating it, the biomechanics of movements are always taken into account, which is why it will be convenient for any person to go down and up along it. Such systems consist of marches. Their size is determined by calculations. Closed flights of stairs often adjoin a load-bearing wall, they basically do not have any aesthetic function. Open stairs are made from various materials, from metal to wood.
- are rightfully considered the best option for decorating the space of an apartment. They perfectly save space, are incredibly attractive in appearance, and are easy to use. There are various configurations, including: round, square, octagonal. But when designing such stairs, special attention should be paid to calculations, because the wrong width or step height can lead to a fall.
These are the main types, you can select them according to the style that you decide to apply. Often designers resort to various combinations of flights of stairs. There may be two in your apartment. For example, the main staircase will become. And auxiliary - screw. Modern designers often create interesting escapement configurations. For example, if you have children, or the child still lives inside you, you can use a tube, like the one installed in an amusement park, to descend. Know that your home is the setting for your most secret dreams to come true. A staircase in a two-level apartment, photos of which are widely distributed on the net, is the best way to improve your design.
findings
Regardless of whether you decide to buy two-level apartments, photos of which can illustrate their advantages, or just dream of them, you can always create something similar in your one-level house. The world is rapidly moving forward, and various constructive solutions surprise with their uniqueness every year. Every level of your home can be turned into a work of art. The main thing is to put your whole soul into the design process. Do not be afraid to realize your wildest fantasies, because you will have to live in this house.
Advice: never try to imitate newfangled trends if you are planning your home yourself, because you may not know all the nuances in the combination of materials. As a result, what you get will not please you personally, and will not correspond to the chosen style.
A two-level apartment is a unique space that makes it possible to allocate a personal area for each family member. And if you become a happy owner of such housing, it will serve you for many years.
