Sometimes the only way to place all the functional areas in a small studio is to arrange the second tier under the ceiling. This is a stylish solution, which has recently been very popular among owners of small apartments. But how to properly equip the second floor? When repairing, you need to take into account several important nuances.
Functionality
When trying to equip an additional tier in a room, first of all, you will have to reckon with the height of the ceilings. After all, this is not just about a mezzanine for storage, but about a full-fledged living space. Therefore, in an apartment with high ceilings (otherwise it would be simply impossible to create a second floor - there will not be enough space) you need at least four meters in height. More is better.
On the second floor in a room with high ceilings, you can create an isolated bedroom, if the dimensions of the room allow. Man in sitting positionoccupies about one meter. For comfort, at least 15-20 centimeters should remain above your head at both levels, the tier design will take the same amount. Ventilation and lighting arrangements can lower the ceiling.
Selection of materials
The second floor in high rooms must have a margin of safety to withstand the weight of the furniture located on it and the people who will spend time there. The modern market offers the possibility of arranging a dream apartment for almost any budget. The basis of the structure can be made of wood, chipboard, metal, reinforced glass or polycarbonate. A full-fledged second tier cannot be made without soundproofing the floor: you will need mineral wool or cork.
Stair design
The second floor in a high room should be not only functional, but also safe, so choosing the right staircase is very important. Small spaces call for compact solutions, which are unlikely to be the safest, but there are smart options. Step height should be approximately 16 cm, tread depth - 26 cm.
In a small room, ladders or lift ladders, goose step designs, will help save space. Under the latter, you can equip a bookcase or a small storage space. Ladders take up very little space, but such options are contraindicated for families with small children and those who doubt their dexterity.
Arrangement of the uppertiers
Especially relevant in studio apartments of small footage is the organization on the second tier of the bed. Such a solution is able to withstand both the asymmetry and the bevel of the ceiling, because it is located under the roof itself. If space permits, a good option would be accommodation on the second floor with a bedroom adjacent to the bathroom. This reduces daily traffic and creates the conditions for getting ready for sleep in the evening and effectively waking up in the morning.
The bed can be placed in a different way on a certain elevation in relation to the main space - to equip the podium. Such a second floor in a room with high ceilings (about 3 meters) will allow you to organize spacious storage systems. On the podium, you can additionally place a compact workplace or a coffee table and a rack for a comfortable pastime before going to bed.
A more expensive option is a corner or U-shaped arrangement of functional areas on the upper tier. This will require more space at the lower level and serious costs to implement. But the result will be several segments for arranging a library, a living room, a play area, a place for comfortable reading, playing on a console or watching TV. The expansion of space greatly increases the possibilities of pastime.
Rational arrangement of square meters - organization of the second floor in a room with high ceilings for an office. Very little space is needed to put up a desktop and arrange bookshelves. If areaallows, for convenience, you can add a small sofa, a few comfortable chairs and a rack.
Arrangement of space below
The space under the stairs and the second tier can be used in different ways. Depending on the footage, you can make a wardrobe, a bookcase, a niche for a small office or organize a passage to the bathroom. If space permits, then good options for a studio apartment are a kitchen or a full wardrobe. It is important to consider that the second floor in a room with high ceilings limits the space below and may prevent sunlight from entering there.
Important little things
High ceilings and a second floor are the perfect match for modern small studio apartments. But in an ordinary city apartment, it is difficult to organize a structure at the top that will be equal in area to the lower tier. Rather, the top floor will resemble an insulated or open interior balcony. In this context, it may not be clear why a separate ventilation and air conditioning system is needed, but if you ignore the question, you may encounter unpleasant surprises during the operation phase.
Warm air rises, so the second tier is guaranteed to be hotter and stuffier than the first. It is better to entrust the air conditioning system to a professional who competently organizes ventilation for a specific project. A good solution for the second floor is fanlight windows for ventilation.
Even if there is a strong light source in the main room, the second tier will need additional lighting. Lighting depends on the needs and the specific project: if you plan to equip an office, you will need an overhead light, and if we are talking about a sleeping place or a rest room, then you can get by with LED lamps or battery-powered lamps based on them, which are attached to the ceiling or wall, and easily dismantled if necessary.
Bureaucratic nuances
Second floor in a room with high ceilings, most likely, it will not be possible to officially coordinate with the BTI. Legalization of redevelopment (especially such an unusual one as the arrangement of the upper tier in a city apartment) is a very complex and time-consuming process, but a competent lawyer will help find a solution. Even the organization of the mezzanine is considered an increase in the area of \u200b\u200bthe room. Each region of the Russian Federation has its own peculiarities in this matter, so everything needs to be decided individually.
Issue price
In a room with high ceilings, the second floor (photos of different arrangement options are in the article) can be equipped for any budget. The least expensive options are buying a loft bed (this solves the issue with the structure, stairs, space organization on the second tier and below) or a chipboard structure. Reinforced glass solutions look very stylish, but it will cost a tidy sum. A significant expense item is the stairs.
If we are talking about a loft bed, for example, thenyou can meet 30 thousand rubles. Typically, such solutions are offered for children's and teen rooms, but you can choose the right option for the studio. There are beds with a comfortable work area below or ample storage space.
