Hello everyone,
I was actually just looking for ways to improve the bathroom, but was encouraged to also show the "remaining ninety percent."
Location: new residential area, about 20m (65 feet) of green space to the east that cannot be built on, street to the west, neighboring lots to the north and south.
The floor plan was developed together with the building company; a few changes are not yet shown: the bathroom will have a half-height window instead of a skylight, the utility room will no longer have a skylight, and the two French doors will be replaced by lift-and-slide doors, or in the living room possibly by fixed floor-to-ceiling windows.
Besides the bathroom, the kitchen layout is still open. As currently drawn, the area does not work functionally. The hallway at the entrance (marked in red) might be widened and shortened. This would reduce the size of the west wall of the kitchen but increase usable space inside the main area. The location of the fireplace depends on the kitchen design; it could serve as a room divider or be positioned along the wall as currently drawn.
I don’t have any other changes planned right now, but that may soon change.
I was actually just looking for ways to improve the bathroom, but was encouraged to also show the "remaining ninety percent."
Location: new residential area, about 20m (65 feet) of green space to the east that cannot be built on, street to the west, neighboring lots to the north and south.
The floor plan was developed together with the building company; a few changes are not yet shown: the bathroom will have a half-height window instead of a skylight, the utility room will no longer have a skylight, and the two French doors will be replaced by lift-and-slide doors, or in the living room possibly by fixed floor-to-ceiling windows.
Besides the bathroom, the kitchen layout is still open. As currently drawn, the area does not work functionally. The hallway at the entrance (marked in red) might be widened and shortened. This would reduce the size of the west wall of the kitchen but increase usable space inside the main area. The location of the fireplace depends on the kitchen design; it could serve as a room divider or be positioned along the wall as currently drawn.
I don’t have any other changes planned right now, but that may soon change.
N
neo-sciliar17 Sep 2020 11:32haydee schrieb:
I would align the exterior wall of the dining table flush with the living room wall. The space is too tight. That's exactly what I meant. It also saves costs ("every corner costs $10k").
Hello Nachtfalter,
if you enter the utility room through the bathroom, you could avoid the narrow hallway leading to the utility room and enlarge the guest bathroom. That’s practical because you can move laundry directly from the bathroom to the utility room and back to the dressing room. Otherwise, the route through the hallway and kitchen/dining area is quite long.
I find the indentation at the terrace cozy; it will probably create a snug corner. It also helps to make the living room more comfortable. I would place the fireplace in the corner between the dining area and living room, with a bench for seating. You could possibly mount the TV on the new fireplace wall and rotate the sofa so it is not in front of both windows (see idea 2).
I have sketched two options for you, which mainly aim to open up the kitchen-dining area. The second option is even more open and therefore provides additional space. However, you would need a separate porch here. The kitchen will definitely be much brighter since it also benefits from the light at the front door.
Perhaps my ideas will give you some new inspiration.
if you enter the utility room through the bathroom, you could avoid the narrow hallway leading to the utility room and enlarge the guest bathroom. That’s practical because you can move laundry directly from the bathroom to the utility room and back to the dressing room. Otherwise, the route through the hallway and kitchen/dining area is quite long.
I find the indentation at the terrace cozy; it will probably create a snug corner. It also helps to make the living room more comfortable. I would place the fireplace in the corner between the dining area and living room, with a bench for seating. You could possibly mount the TV on the new fireplace wall and rotate the sofa so it is not in front of both windows (see idea 2).
I have sketched two options for you, which mainly aim to open up the kitchen-dining area. The second option is even more open and therefore provides additional space. However, you would need a separate porch here. The kitchen will definitely be much brighter since it also benefits from the light at the front door.
Perhaps my ideas will give you some new inspiration.
N
nachtfalter17 Sep 2020 12:22Thank you, and the corner in the dining area has already been pointed out by the kitchen planner. It results from the covered terrace and is also the reason for the two windows in the bedroom. Those windows primarily serve the appearance of the terrace, so you’re not facing a 4m (13 feet) long wall. A corner window in the bedroom could be a solution. The exit from the dining area will definitely be a lift-and-slide door, but would a folding glass wall be a better option instead? No additional exit is needed from the living room, but plenty of light should come in—therefore, a floor-to-ceiling window is preferred there, which can be fixed. The furniture was designed by the construction company; initially, I didn’t pay much attention to the floor plan. I wasn’t aware—does the covered terrace or the narrowing really cost around 10,000 euros plus the bedroom windows?
The bathroom and the bathtub there still need to be planned. The second guest toilet with shower is intended for guests or elderly parents requiring care.
I need to reconsider the alternative access to the utility/technical room. Going through the bathroom doesn’t seem ideal at first, but maybe removing the hallway and relocating the kitchen could allow a door there.
The bathroom and the bathtub there still need to be planned. The second guest toilet with shower is intended for guests or elderly parents requiring care.
I need to reconsider the alternative access to the utility/technical room. Going through the bathroom doesn’t seem ideal at first, but maybe removing the hallway and relocating the kitchen could allow a door there.
What benefit does the small covered terrace area offer you? It looks like it’s too small to keep the furniture dry. Still, it could reduce too much natural light inside. Plus, it makes your dining area feel cramped. I think a straight exterior wall works better, with a glass roof and/or an awning for the covering.
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