Hello everyone,
We are currently working on the floor plan with our architect for a single-family house with approximately 150sqm (1,615 sq ft) of living space.
The layout of the kitchen and living area has been determined by the conditions of the plot. We have a sloped site, so the access to the terrace/garden and the area behind the kitchen are on the same level, while the paved area to the south is about 2 meters (6.5 ft) lower (the ground floor is essentially at basement level).
We are uncertain about the placement of the fireplace. Ideally, it should be close to the ridge (the dashed line is intended to represent the ridge), but not too close to the dining area (currently, it is about 78cm (31 inches) from the nearest chair).
We would appreciate any feedback on the arrangement of the living room, dining area, kitchen, and the fireplace. Thank you in advance!
We are currently working on the floor plan with our architect for a single-family house with approximately 150sqm (1,615 sq ft) of living space.
The layout of the kitchen and living area has been determined by the conditions of the plot. We have a sloped site, so the access to the terrace/garden and the area behind the kitchen are on the same level, while the paved area to the south is about 2 meters (6.5 ft) lower (the ground floor is essentially at basement level).
We are uncertain about the placement of the fireplace. Ideally, it should be close to the ridge (the dashed line is intended to represent the ridge), but not too close to the dining area (currently, it is about 78cm (31 inches) from the nearest chair).
We would appreciate any feedback on the arrangement of the living room, dining area, kitchen, and the fireplace. Thank you in advance!
A floor plan with dimensioned walls would be helpful. EDIT: Oops, the measurements are on the interior walls – 78cm (31 inches) chair – fireplace is too small. What are you planning? A stove or a real fireplace? Dimensions? How does the chimney fit on the upper floor?
So it’s a west-facing terrace. Should there be no stairs leading to the parking space for the car?
So it’s a west-facing terrace. Should there be no stairs leading to the parking space for the car?
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Myrna_Loy23 Nov 2022 07:08How about a round or oval dining table? 78 cm (31 inches) is far too small. It should be closer to 1.50 m (5 feet).
I would swap the kitchen and the sofa area.
I would swap the kitchen and the sofa area.
Although this wasn’t the original question, what is the purpose of such a small fireplace, and what type of house is it?
I’m asking about its practicality... With a sufficiently generous floor plan, I could well imagine a nice masonry heater with a seating area facing both the dining table and the sofa. But a masonry heater or even just a small fireplace generate so much heat in a modern, well-insulated house (“airtight box”) that you usually have to open doors and windows wide to get rid of the excess warmth. What heating system is the fireplace intended to be combined with?
I also understand that not every original poster wants to fully disclose their entire floor plan or project for open discussion. But maybe you are brave enough? 😉
I’m asking about its practicality... With a sufficiently generous floor plan, I could well imagine a nice masonry heater with a seating area facing both the dining table and the sofa. But a masonry heater or even just a small fireplace generate so much heat in a modern, well-insulated house (“airtight box”) that you usually have to open doors and windows wide to get rid of the excess warmth. What heating system is the fireplace intended to be combined with?
I also understand that not every original poster wants to fully disclose their entire floor plan or project for open discussion. But maybe you are brave enough? 😉
Well, it’s not that bad. We have a 9 kW (12 hp) fireplace with a large glass front. Our open living area is quite spacious, almost 90 sqm (970 sq ft). When the fireplace is really burning strong, it provides comfortable warmth, but you only feel truly hot if you sit right in front of it.
With doors open, the heat distributes well throughout the house (even faster with a ventilation system), and it prevents the space from feeling stuffy. Since our fireplace is positioned halfway into a corner, the warmth doesn’t just pull into the living room but also spreads nicely “around the corner.”
However, don’t underestimate the space requirements of a fireplace. It also needs protective glass underneath. The glass panel has a certain diameter, so it shouldn’t be placed in walking paths.
With doors open, the heat distributes well throughout the house (even faster with a ventilation system), and it prevents the space from feeling stuffy. Since our fireplace is positioned halfway into a corner, the warmth doesn’t just pull into the living room but also spreads nicely “around the corner.”
However, don’t underestimate the space requirements of a fireplace. It also needs protective glass underneath. The glass panel has a certain diameter, so it shouldn’t be placed in walking paths.
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