Increasingly, modern euro-houses appear on the housing market, which replaced the standard two-room apartments. They are notable for their low cost, which sometimes frightens uninformed buyers, but do they take a cat in a bag? The main contingent of owners of such apartments is young families and bachelors. Let's talk in more detail about the features of such housing and about how to properly plan the design of the euro-door.
The European layout includes in a small room (up to 40 sq.m.) a bedroom, a bathroom and a living room area combined with a kitchen. Of course, the owners will not expect a stove standing lonely in the middle of the hall, next to the sofa. IN interior design project they are thinking through the competent demarcation of two sites: for cooking and for relaxing. In fact, the kopeck piece with the prefix "euro" is a more extended version studio apartments, in which there is a separate, additional room. Of course, a layout in which the rooms are divided into a bedroom and a living room with a kitchen is a standard option. What and where to place, only the owners decide. A separate room can be arranged for a nursery or a hall, and in the combined area to arrange a bed and, again, a kitchen. Inexperienced designers to plan a project for the placement of zones will help professional designers or their advice contained in specialized literature.
Pros and Cons of the Euro-Apartment
Among the advantages of the euro-couple, the following aspects are noted:
Its value. Perhaps the most important and undeniable plus of housing in its price. Eurodvushki occupy an intermediate position between one-room and two-room apartments. That is, the buyer can purchase housing for functionality only slightly inferior to the kopecks, and at a price slightly higher than for odnushka. The savings are obvious.
An opportunity to develop a non-standard apartment design. For some, this aspect will be a plus, while for others it will be another challenge. In the second case, we are talking about conservatives in the soul who do not accept the line of modern styles and the fashionable combination of spaces.
The best option for young families. Young couples often encounter the problem of a too small family budget that does not meet their needs. It is good if parents help in buying an apartment, but it’s a completely different matter when the family is left without support and it will have to cope on its own. Before the exit, there were only two: the eternal yoke of mortgages and a nice apartment or cramped room in a communal apartment. Now there is a third option with euro-doors. Given the regularly increasing popularity of this property, it becomes clear what young couples prefer.
Convenience in the arrangement of rooms. Usually a square-shaped apartment is divided by a conditional straight line almost in half. On one side of this line there is a separate room under the bedroom and part of the hallway, and under the other - a living room with kitchen.
They have euro-doors and their shortcomings. These include:
The lack of a window in the kitchen, which is found in 80% of cases. The working area will have to be illuminated with chandeliers and lamps.
Kitchen smells and small particles of fat deposited on the decor and furniture in the living room. It will require a powerful hood to solve this problem.
Difficulties in the selection of furniture. The rooms are still small-sized, therefore, the "stuffing" will have to buy the appropriate.
The inability to relax in the living room while the hostess in the kitchen rattles pots, plates and makes a noise with a blender. Alternatively, you should purchase the most quiet household appliances, the noise curtain from which will not be so annoying.
The number of shortcomings and advantages of the euro-girls is almost the same, so the picture is neutral as a result. The main thing is to properly plan the arrangement of furniture, zoning and lighting. In this case, it will turn out to “strangle” the flaws as much as possible and emphasize the advantages.
Zoning Options
The convenience of staying in it primarily depends on the zoning of a combined room. It is not recommended to install massive furniture or a decorative wall in a small space. Segmenting a room into smaller areas will make it even smaller. Professionals recommend paying attention to lighter obstacles: furniture (cabinets, sofas), mobile partitions or conditional zoning with symmetrical decor. The original, popular option has become bar counter arrangement, which will serve as a buffer zone between the living room and the kitchen. Also, conditional separation is sometimes used using artificial light, color and various finishing materials. For example, in fashion today loft style one accent wall is decorated with brickwork, and the rest is plastered. The contrast of the textures of materials is obvious. In some embodiments, if ceiling height this allows a living area raise to the podium, in the "step" of which spotlights are built in. The symmetrical level difference on the ceiling looks organically.
In rare cases, the distinction is carried out using textile curtains. Actual way for combined bedrooms and kitchens. It is not recommended to place audio systems close to the culinary site, without which the hall is not complete. Likewise, do not decorate the border zone with textiles. It quickly absorbs odors and will have to do laundry regularly. In general, the kitchen and the living room are incompatible spaces. Their microclimates and functional purpose are polar, that is, they do not coincide at all. The differentiation of zones in this case pursues not so much an aesthetic goal as the need to isolate an aggressive kitchen, from which the main dirt stretches from a more relaxed living room, where households should rest.
Most euro-apartments have balconies or loggias. This cramped space should not be torn to pieces by boxes, junk and cans with conservation. It can be equipped with a separate reading zone, study or workshop. Typically, these sites are squeezed by the owners into the living room, which is crowded even without them.
Furniture arrangement
In the kitchen, you should pay attention to the L-shaped layout of furniture. In this case, two sites of the working triangle are located on the same line, and the third captures the adjacent wall. It is better to abandon the popular and beautiful island layout, since it is implemented in large spaces, and this is not our case. The dining area is also located here near the borders of the kitchen and living room. By the way, the table and chairs can also act as zoning spaces. Audio and video equipment is placed on an accent wall, which is opposite the platform of the kitchen.The “face” to her is the same sofa. Its back will “look” at the kitchen, which is also considered a variant of zoning. If the back of the furniture does not look “very”, then it is complemented by a cabinet of the same height. By the way, it is better to use a corner sofa, which will partially go on the wall with a single window in the room. Before him set a low coffee table. A wall with a TV can be supplemented with a shelf. In some cases, when the area of the apartment allows (about 40 sq. Meters), in the corner there is a wardrobe. This option is relevant if the bedroom is too small, and there is no place to store things.
Style selection
From the stylistic diversity, many will start to run their eyes: Italian, Japanese, Baroque, Art Nouveau, classics, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Provence, loft, eclecticism, ethnicity, fusion, retro, minimalism, high tech, futurism, constructivism. This list can be continued for a very long time. What style is suitable for compact housing? Optimum consider options from a line of modern directions. Hi-tech will organically merge into a tight kopeck piece, putting the technical component in the “head of the table”. Its primary colors (gray, white, black) will maximize the room, visually expanding the spatial framework. If the soul requires a “warm” rural comfort, then you should pay attention to Provence. Light, airy style that selects wood as the main material and white color as the basis of the composition. It is ideal for small rooms and transforms them with cute decorative details. Minimalism is considered the best solution for owners who value practicality and conciseness. It is also suitable for budget repairs. To equip the apartment you will need only a minimum of furniture and decor.
You should not choose the classic areas that are "on the knives" with cramped rooms. To embody heavy luxury, you need a spacious platform.
The arrangement of the kitchen-living room
The kitchen combined with the living room is considered a fashionable and stylish design move. These rooms are combined even in situations where there is no vital need for this. Just because the solution looks fresh and beautiful. When designing a room, you should consider:
A small space that needs to be visually increased due to the light shades in the background. For the same reason, it is not recommended to abuse with a colorful decor.
Lack of natural light in the kitchen area. The problem is solved with the help of good lighting not only of the working area under the apron, but also of the entire site as a whole. Also, do not forget about the dining area, which is located next door. The best option is to install several ceiling chandelier over accent areas.
They do not recommend experimenting with styles that are considered a priori potpourri (eclecticism, fusion). They perfectly reflect creative chaos in the head of the owner of the apartment and convey his mood, but spoil the perception of a small space.
The arrangement of the bedroom
The bedroom will have to be content with a small one, that is, the furniture maximum that the owners can count on - a bed, a wardrobe and paired bedside tables. In some cases, the wall at the head of the bed is closed ultra narrow rack. The wardrobe is chosen of the “compartment” type, since its doors will not take away extra centimeters in the room. Traditionally, it is located opposite the bed. The bed usually occupies the lion's share of the room, so it may be worth installing a folding sofa instead. During the day, he will free up space for a swing in the room, and at night he will turn into a comfortable sleeping place for two.
Conclusion
Euro-girls and studios are gradually taking over the housing market, crowding out traditional options. Perhaps this is for the better, since it becomes easier to buy an apartment (the ultimate dream of many).The domestic designers took over the design features of such housing from foreign colleagues, adding of course their own ideas. With simple examples, it becomes clear that even the most small flat can accommodate everything you need for a comfortable stay. Moreover, the convenience and comfort of the premises will not be affected.
Increasingly, modern euro-houses appear on the housing market, which replaced the standard two-room apartments. They are notable for their low cost, which sometimes frightens uninformed buyers, but do they take a cat in a bag? The main contingent of owners of such apartments is young families and bachelors. Let's talk in more detail about the features of such housing and about how to properly plan the design of the euro-door.
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What is a European layout
The European layout includes in a small room (up to 40 sq.m.) a bedroom, a bathroom and a living room area combined with a kitchen. Of course, the owners will not expect a stove standing lonely in the middle of the hall, next to the sofa. IN interior design project they are thinking through the competent demarcation of two sites: for cooking and for relaxing. In fact, the kopeck piece with the prefix "euro" is a more extended version studio apartments, in which there is a separate, additional room. Of course, a layout in which the rooms are divided into a bedroom and a living room with a kitchen is a standard option. What and where to place, only the owners decide. A separate room can be arranged for a nursery or a hall, and in the combined area to arrange a bed and, again, a kitchen. Inexperienced designers to plan a project for the placement of zones will help professional designers or their advice contained in specialized literature.
Pros and Cons of the Euro-Apartment
Among the advantages of the euro-couple, the following aspects are noted:
They have euro-doors and their shortcomings. These include:
The number of shortcomings and advantages of the euro-girls is almost the same, so the picture is neutral as a result. The main thing is to properly plan the arrangement of furniture, zoning and lighting. In this case, it will turn out to “strangle” the flaws as much as possible and emphasize the advantages.
Zoning Options
The convenience of staying in it primarily depends on the zoning of a combined room. It is not recommended to install massive furniture or a decorative wall in a small space. Segmenting a room into smaller areas will make it even smaller. Professionals recommend paying attention to lighter obstacles: furniture (cabinets, sofas), mobile partitions or conditional zoning with symmetrical decor. The original, popular option has become bar counter arrangement, which will serve as a buffer zone between the living room and the kitchen. Also, conditional separation is sometimes used using artificial light, color and various finishing materials. For example, in fashion today loft style one accent wall is decorated with brickwork, and the rest is plastered. The contrast of the textures of materials is obvious. In some embodiments, if ceiling height this allows a living area raise to the podium, in the "step" of which spotlights are built in. The symmetrical level difference on the ceiling looks organically.
In rare cases, the distinction is carried out using textile curtains. Actual way for combined bedrooms and kitchens. It is not recommended to place audio systems close to the culinary site, without which the hall is not complete. Likewise, do not decorate the border zone with textiles. It quickly absorbs odors and will have to do laundry regularly. In general, the kitchen and the living room are incompatible spaces. Their microclimates and functional purpose are polar, that is, they do not coincide at all. The differentiation of zones in this case pursues not so much an aesthetic goal as the need to isolate an aggressive kitchen, from which the main dirt stretches from a more relaxed living room, where households should rest.
Furniture arrangement
In the kitchen, you should pay attention to the L-shaped layout of furniture. In this case, two sites of the working triangle are located on the same line, and the third captures the adjacent wall. It is better to abandon the popular and beautiful island layout, since it is implemented in large spaces, and this is not our case. The dining area is also located here near the borders of the kitchen and living room. By the way, the table and chairs can also act as zoning spaces. Audio and video equipment is placed on an accent wall, which is opposite the platform of the kitchen.The “face” to her is the same sofa. Its back will “look” at the kitchen, which is also considered a variant of zoning. If the back of the furniture does not look “very”, then it is complemented by a cabinet of the same height. By the way, it is better to use a corner sofa, which will partially go on the wall with a single window in the room. Before him set a low coffee table. A wall with a TV can be supplemented with a shelf. In some cases, when the area of the apartment allows (about 40 sq. Meters), in the corner there is a wardrobe. This option is relevant if the bedroom is too small, and there is no place to store things.
Style selection
From the stylistic diversity, many will start to run their eyes: Italian, Japanese, Baroque, Art Nouveau, classics, Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Provence, loft, eclecticism, ethnicity, fusion, retro, minimalism, high tech, futurism, constructivism. This list can be continued for a very long time. What style is suitable for compact housing? Optimum consider options from a line of modern directions. Hi-tech will organically merge into a tight kopeck piece, putting the technical component in the “head of the table”. Its primary colors (gray, white, black) will maximize the room, visually expanding the spatial framework. If the soul requires a “warm” rural comfort, then you should pay attention to Provence. Light, airy style that selects wood as the main material and white color as the basis of the composition. It is ideal for small rooms and transforms them with cute decorative details. Minimalism is considered the best solution for owners who value practicality and conciseness. It is also suitable for budget repairs. To equip the apartment you will need only a minimum of furniture and decor.
The arrangement of the kitchen-living room
The kitchen combined with the living room is considered a fashionable and stylish design move. These rooms are combined even in situations where there is no vital need for this. Just because the solution looks fresh and beautiful. When designing a room, you should consider:
They do not recommend experimenting with styles that are considered a priori potpourri (eclecticism, fusion). They perfectly reflect creative chaos in the head of the owner of the apartment and convey his mood, but spoil the perception of a small space.
The arrangement of the bedroom
The bedroom will have to be content with a small one, that is, the furniture maximum that the owners can count on - a bed, a wardrobe and paired bedside tables. In some cases, the wall at the head of the bed is closed ultra narrow rack. The wardrobe is chosen of the “compartment” type, since its doors will not take away extra centimeters in the room. Traditionally, it is located opposite the bed. The bed usually occupies the lion's share of the room, so it may be worth installing a folding sofa instead. During the day, he will free up space for a swing in the room, and at night he will turn into a comfortable sleeping place for two.
Conclusion
Euro-girls and studios are gradually taking over the housing market, crowding out traditional options. Perhaps this is for the better, since it becomes easier to buy an apartment (the ultimate dream of many).The domestic designers took over the design features of such housing from foreign colleagues, adding of course their own ideas. With simple examples, it becomes clear that even the most small flat can accommodate everything you need for a comfortable stay. Moreover, the convenience and comfort of the premises will not be affected.