Advantages and disadvantages of combining premises
Combining a bedroom with a balcony has been a trend for several years now. A feeling of spaciousness is created; a person does not feel like he is inside a concrete box. Advantages of this design solution:
- Good illumination - it becomes lighter due to the absence of structures that block the sun's rays.
- Possibility to use more furniture and finishing materials.
- Increasing the area of the room - there will be additional space that will be used year-round.
- Non-standard layout - the room will change its configuration, become more spacious and functional.
- Panoramic views - without interfering partitions, it is more convenient to admire the landscape outside the window.
The disadvantages include the high cost of construction work. We will have to demolish the wall, make new glazing, insulate the room, and move the radiators. The biggest expense will be on the glazing system. If you choose a cheap option, the bedroom will be cold. To combine the premises, it is necessary to arrange a redevelopment. This is a lengthy procedure and you will have to fill out a number of papers.
It is not always possible to completely dismantle the partition. In panel houses, the threshold cannot be demolished; it is part of the load-bearing wall. Such redevelopment threatens to collapse and is therefore not permitted.
"Important!" If the balcony is of irregular shape, for example, with a bay window, when combined, the room becomes non-standard. This technique allows you to add zest to a boring interior.
How to connect a room with a loggia
There are two possible combination options. In the first case, the boundaries between rooms are completely eliminated. When implementing an idea, it is worth using one type of finish. It is necessary to lay a solid floor covering without joints and thresholds.
The second option is zoning, the rooms are divided and perform different functions. This is a good design for a living room bedroom with a balcony when you want to allocate a place for gatherings. The loggia space is convenient to use for setting up a table and chairs or a small sofa with a set of bean bags. Another option is to completely remove the partition and place the bed by the window. Then a sofa and a table with chairs are placed in the back of the room.
Technical side
There are two ways to combine a balcony with a room: by preserving the window structure and converting it into a place to relax, a workplace or a storage system, or by completely dismantling the wall. To retain heat, it is recommended to install plastic windows with 2-3-chamber double-glazed windows.
At the same time, in order to reduce the level of exposure to wind, you need to make only one window in the middle openable.
The combination can occur either with the preservation of part of the partition or with complete demolition
When insulating a balcony, it is prohibited to install central heating pipes onto it. Consultation with specialists when carrying out the work of the association is necessary.
When demolishing a balcony partition, there is a risk of harm to the entire residential building, since it is its external wall.
Even if you keep the partition and remove only the window opening, paperwork needs to be completed. In the future, in the event of an apartment sale, the area of the loggia will also be taken into account, since it has acquired the status of a residential premises.
In the absence of a properly executed redevelopment, the sale of the apartment will become impossible.
Bedroom zoning techniques
To divide into zones, it is enough to remove the window and door, the concrete partition can be left. It is also advisable to move the batteries. The remaining partition can serve as a tabletop, bar counter or flower shelf.
If the wall is completely demolished, it is worth considering the presence of a curtain. When you want to isolate yourself from the balcony part, just close the curtains. With the curtain open, the space by the window looks like a stage. You can design a balcony with a bedroom by dividing the room into two zones. An oriental style loggia, reminiscent of a tent, hidden behind translucent tulle, looks impressive.
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A simple zoning technique is to choose different materials for finishing. Nowadays, imitation brickwork is in fashion, which is convenient to use to highlight a separate zone. Other finishing options are photo wallpaper, wall panels or decorative plaster.
A partition that is erected in place of a demolished wall will do an excellent job of dividing space. If the bedroom has access to a balcony, a practical solution is sliding glass doors. In order not to darken the room, you can use an arch instead of glass; it will also create a visual barrier.
Designers often install additional lighting to highlight the balcony. For this purpose, LED strips and spotlights are used. This technique is suitable for a room with windows facing north. On a cloudy day she will be bright and cheerful.
Layout options
The most interesting solutions for remodeling a room with a loggia are:
- Division into functional zones. Most often there are two of them - a balcony and a bedroom. This design will require removing the window and dividing wall. The arch will act as a partition here. By decorating areas of the room in the same style, you can achieve a smooth transition from the bedroom to the loggia.
- Window sill as a divider. With its help, space is divided into segments. To do this, you will need to demolish the door and window unit.
- The loggia and the adjacent room are independent of each other. This decor will not require dismantling the dividing wall and window.
Apartment owners most often choose the third option. The first two are quite labor intensive. To implement such ideas, permits are required. You can get them from the Technical Inventory Bureau.
How to insulate a balcony
It is necessary to take into account a number of important points to make the room comfortable. First you need to seal all the cracks between the slabs. It is not recommended to move radiators to the balcony and connect them to a centralized heating system. Heaters or heated floors are more suitable. The most modern option is infrared heaters.
It is imperative to insulate the balcony room. Polystyrene foam, polystyrene foam or mineral wool are suitable for this. If mineral wool is used, it must be sealed well. Otherwise, fine dust from the cotton wool will enter the room, irritating the lungs. Expanded clay and expanded polystyrene are most often used for floor insulation.
Filling with furniture
Trying to fully equip a small bedroom on the balcony is stupid. It is recommended to take special care of the sleeping area. The bed should not take up much space, but the comfort of the bed cannot be ignored.
It is better to refuse standard cabinets and cabinets. Limited space prevents typical filling without losing the convenience of the area. An excellent way out of the situation would be shelves above the bed.
Textile selection
Curtains with draperies will highlight the balcony space. When you want privacy, just close the curtain. If you select a bedroom design of 12 sq. m. with a balcony; translucent curtains are suitable for zoning. They will let in sunlight and create a feeling of lightness. Heavy curtains gathered with tiebacks will add a solemn atmosphere to the interior. If the bed has a canopy, it is made from the same fabric as the curtains.
Light curtains create a feeling of spaciousness. Dark fabrics stand out effectively against the background of white walls. Blinds do not take up extra space and are suitable for a simple interior. With their help, it is easy to regulate the level of illumination in the room during the day. You can replace blinds with roller blinds. Often, part of the balcony windows are curtained, and the remaining curtains are supported with tiebacks.
A carpet will allow you to combine rooms into a single space. You can add accessories made in the same style - poufs, bedspreads, rugs. Often designers choose textiles and wallpapers with a similar pattern.
"Advice!" To create a cozy atmosphere, you should use decorative pillows. The main thing is that they match the color scheme with the wall decoration.
Minimalism
Minimalism is a winning solution for small spaces where the bed and wardrobe take up most of the space. In this case, this style will be more appropriate than ever. Its characteristic features are the rejection of lush decor and the use of simple textiles and natural materials. Straight lines when choosing furniture, compactness of all parts and their simplicity. Lighting - usually recessed, spot - to divide the common space into separate zones. Glossy surfaces are actively used, which as a result allows you to visually expand the space.
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Selection of lighting
When several rooms are combined, more lamps are required. It is advisable to install a separate lighting source on the balcony. A chandelier installed in the central part is perfect. You can install spotlights in the ceiling and hang a chandelier in the bedroom. It is important to provide separate switch buttons for the loggia and the room. This will allow you to adjust the light level at your discretion.
For evening relaxation, it is worth considering the presence of sconces on the walls. On the balcony, wall lamps made in the shape of street lamps look impressive. It is better to have brighter lighting in the bedroom.
"Advice!" The combination of cold and warm light is one of the zoning techniques.
Bedroom design ideas with a balcony
If the bedroom does not have enough space for wardrobes, it is convenient to use the attached space as a dressing room. A small built-in closet with a hanging bar and several shelves will do. It’s easy to place an entire storage section on a spacious loggia.
Ready-made bedroom projects with a balcony will help you decide on the design. According to the latest trends, the space near the window is a suitable place for a lounge area. A hammock, bean bags or a chaise longue are placed inside the loggia. You can install a small folding table and a flower rack. A small artificial double-sided fireplace located between the room and the balcony will create a homely atmosphere.
A small corner by the window is suitable for organizing a home library. You can place a shelf with books near the wall, and place a comfortable chair next to it. It’s easy to turn a balcony into a home workshop or a room for practicing your favorite hobby. If the loggia is very small, a dressing table and chair will fit on it. But in the bedroom this furniture will not take up free space.
Combining the premises will make it possible to realize the long-standing dream of having a personal gym. Even in a small area it is easy to fit a treadmill or exercise bike. You just need to make sure that the concrete slab can withstand the load.
If the bedroom is spacious, the balcony room will serve as a home greenhouse. This solution is often used in apartments located in noisy cities, where city dwellers lack vegetation. Climbing plants framing the windows will create the feeling of a cozy garden.
Selecting a design style
Typically, a modern bedroom design with a balcony is quite minimalist. Minimalism is characterized by white color, suitable for rooms of any size and configuration. A restrained color scheme is used, often a combination of black and white. This solution looks especially advantageous in Khrushchev-era buildings and small-sized apartments. If a mini-office is installed on the balcony, the environment should be strict and conducive to work. High-tech style with its strict lines and a minimum of details is suitable.
A youth lounge area or a minibar in a loggia is often designed in a loft style. It is characterized by a combination of roughly finished wood, furniture with a metal frame and imitation brickwork on the walls. When the balcony serves as an extension of the bedroom, a single style is chosen for the entire room. The room is used for relaxation, so it is better to use soothing pastel colors. Provence or classic furniture will look good.
Scandinavian style, characterized by simplicity and functionality, is acceptable in any home. Typically, such an interior is dominated by cool shades. The furniture has many shelves and drawers. Every square meter is used.
Combining a bedroom and a balcony makes it possible to get rid of the feeling of cramped space. The room is well lit during the day and does not look gloomy. In spacious apartments, this technique allows you to diversify the standard layout. You just need to use the space wisely. Often, after remodeling, people begin to use every meter of the loggia, which previously served only as a warehouse for old things.
