Not all our compatriots have spacious and comfortable apartments. Many are content with a modest "odnushka". Of course, one-room apartments with an improved layout are much more comfortable than those in the Khrushchevs. But they are still designed to accommodate one person or a small family of two.
However, this type of property is still the most sought after on the market. This is quite understandable. Often such an apartment becomes the first home of young people, and therefore it is natural that they are glad to be able to live independently.
There is a second category of buyers who prefer this type of housing - the elderly. It is much easier for them to care for a small apartment than for spacious mansions.
However, all owners of small apartments sooner or later face the question of how to make the layout of a one-room apartment more comfortable for living. Today we will look atpossible options for such a reconstruction.
Small apartment layout
“Happy” owners of a one-room apartment of 30 square meters or even less know firsthand how difficult it is to arrange everything you need on this territory. In this case, the only way out is proper zoning, creating an ergonomic space. Given that there is only one, not the largest room, this is not an easy task even for a professional designer. After all, in such a small space it is necessary to combine a work area, a place to meet and relax with friends, a bedroom, and possibly also a nursery.
The layout of a one-room apartment with dimensions of 30 m2 must begin with the design. Nowadays, experts will offer you many options for solving this issue in various ways. The main thing is not to overload the interior of such a small room with unnecessary details. The main focus should be on functionality.
Choose a design
Pay special attention to the walls. The most common option in this situation is to combine the room and the kitchen when the partition between the bathroom and the toilet is removed. As a result, the space becomes more free. Using light-colored finishing materials will avoid a gloomy impression.
Interior selection
The layout for a one-room apartment should be carried out taking into accountproper style. In this case, the most suitable style is hi-tech, minimalism. They are based on the use of a small amount of furniture, and all interior items should be as functional as possible.
Use glass and mirrors in the interior - they visually expand the space.
When there is a child in the family
In this case, the layout of a one-room apartment becomes somewhat more complicated. With a child, parents should think not only and not so much about their own convenience, but about comfortable living in this small room for the baby. How to make the layout of a one-room apartment equally convenient for the child and his parents? Of course, it is necessary to clearly zone the space so that everyone feels comfortable in their corner.
Installing furniture
In the parent area, we recommend using a transforming bed, which can be raised in the morning and free up free space. On the floor you need to lay a soft thick carpet on which you can sit if you wish. From the child's area, the "bedroom" of the parents can be separated by a light rack with open shelves.
In the children's area, subject to the availability of a good metal-plastic window, a baby's crib can be placed near it. The opening itself is best decorated with roller blinds or Roman blinds, which do not take up much space. Each zone should be lit by separate fixtures.
In the kitchen, it is necessary to install reliable doors so that when the child falls asleep, parents can talk calmly without disturbing the baby's sleep.
Ideas for planning one-room apartments: 40 sq. m. - is it a lot or a little?
It would seem that this is already quite an acceptable area for living. However, many people, especially young people, want to live in a stylish interior. The best option in resolving this issue may be to rebuild it into a studio. Thinking about the layout of a one-room apartment of 40 sq. m., you should carefully consider all the necessary areas. Try to leave as much free space as possible in the center of the room.
Furniture in such an apartment should be functional. For example, a desk can be turned into a narrow closet against the wall after work. The same procedure can be done with the bed.
Lighting
It is very important for a studio apartment. It should be brightest in the cooking area. But the ceiling of the kitchen is better to leave in partial shade. For the dining-living room area, it is more expedient to illuminate the ceiling. For the "bedroom" bright lighting is not only not necessary, but also undesirable - two nightlights or a sconce will be enough. You can put two small table lamps on the bedside tables.
Role of color
It should be in harmony with the lighting. Scientists have long proven the influence of color on the human psyche. It is known that the use of cold tones in the dining room leads to a decrease in appetite. Therefore, such tones are relevant for those who dream of losing weight.
Studio apartment furniture
Her choice depends on the number of people living in a smallapartment. In any case, it should be multifunctional. If there are two children in the family, then it is better to buy bunk beds. Retractable models are very convenient, which are put forward one from under the other, resembling a ladder. You can choose folding beds that hide in the wall in the morning.
Use built-in wardrobes. It is desirable that they be as high as the ceiling in order to maximize the use of free space. Sofas-transformers, upholstered modular furniture are very popular lately. By rearranging these sets accordingly, you can get beds, armchairs or a large sofa.
Fortunately, bulky TVs have been replaced by plasma panels that are mounted on the wall and do not take up any space at all.
Use decorative screens to separate the parent's bedroom from the nursery at night.
You are very lucky if your apartment has a niche. Depending on its size, it can be either an ideal place for a child or a parent's bedroom. In addition, it can also be used as a dressing room.
Apartment in "Khrushchev"
The main inconvenience of such a one-room apartment is the small size of the room, bathroom, kitchen. In addition, it has very low ceilings, often there is no balcony. During the construction of these houses, the main motto was: "The main thing is a roof over your head!" There was no mention of convenience. However, today the layout of a one-room apartment in Khrushchev can be made more convenient. Forthis should consider a new design.
You can create a feeling of spaciousness by slightly “raising” the ceiling, the height of which in such apartments is a little over 2.5 meters. To do this, it is necessary to finish its surface with materials in bright colors.
On the walls it is better to use wallpaper with vertical stripes - they will create the effect of greater height. The curtains on the window should also work for this. Do not clutter up the window sill, this applies even to indoor plants - it is better to put them on a special rack.
Remodeling
"Khrushchev" has always been distinguished by narrow dark corridors and a large number of doors. This creates a tightness effect. It would seem that it is enough to remove the doors from the hinges, and the problem will be solved. However, it is not. A major redevelopment of the premises is required. But before it starts, you need to make a project and approve it at the BTI.
The easiest option is to remove the "extra" doors and demolish the interior walls. This will create a single space that you can plan to your liking.
Many believe that the combination of kitchen, hallway and room is not the best option. In their opinion, the kitchen should still be separated from the room by at least a light sliding partition. The unifying element in this case can be a large sliding table, standing on the line separating the kitchen and the room. The divider can be closed during cooking.
The design of the room should be thought out so that it fits everything the owners need, but at the same timeat least the visual effect of space was preserved.
