Design of a loggia combined with a room

Recently, one of the leading directions in interior design of a room with a loggia is their combination. This solution allows you to increase the area of ​​the room, make it lighter and more functional. In addition, this design move will allow you to transform the room beyond recognition, refreshing the interior as much as possible.

The positive moments of combining two spaces are obvious to many:

• The total area of ​​the room becomes larger, which allows you to hold more things there or to allocate an additional area. Due to the accession of the loggia, the owners also receive a large panoramic window through which more light penetrates.
• This solution is the interior of the room today in the trend, so guests will appreciate the good taste of the owners of the apartment.

However, such a solution has a downside, which is often forgotten and underestimated.

• If the addition of additional space occurs due to the insulation of the balcony and the dismantling of the balcony door and window, then there is no particular difficulty. The other way to unite the loggia and the room involves the demolition of part of the outer wall of the house, which is not so easy to do.

• The need to dismantle the outer wall will not be a difficult task for a team of workers. But before starting work it is necessary to obtain the approval of a specialist and a reconstruction project signed by him.

• Different authorities do not always agree on such redevelopment options, in which the purpose of the balcony space changes. Therefore it is worth deciding whether it is advisable to knock down the thresholds of state institutions for a long time for an additional 3-5 meters in a room.

• In the event of a fire, the balcony is a place to rescue the occupants, from which the firemen are easier to evacuate. And during redevelopment, this zone loses its function,and fire safety in the apartment is violated. The exit will be the presence of another balcony, which changes in the interior do not apply.
• When developing the design, it is worth remembering that the jumper is a supporting element, and it cannot be demolished. Therefore, the maximum that can be done is a portal on the site of the former loggia and a balcony floor raised to the level of a room.

• Heating is not calculated on the territory of balconies and loggias, and radiators are not allowed to be installed there. Therefore, the reconstruction will require significantly warming the area of ​​the former balcony.

• In the prefabricated houses loggia is a continuation of the slab. Therefore, part of the wall under the balcony window has a great influence on the balance and strength of the plates. When re-planning a room with a balcony in a panel house, part of the wall is prohibited to demolish, and designers play around it as a table or other element of decor.
• In a brick house the option of combining spaces is possible. And if the walls on the sides of the loggia are not bearing, then they should be further strengthened.

• In any case, it is impossible to begin redevelopment without prior approval.Taste of taste and the race for a trendy interior can turn into a tragedy, if the overall balance of the building is upset.

So, when the decision to reorganize the living space has been made, it is necessary to assemble a package of documents - an extract from the house register, a technical passport, a copy of the personal account, documents confirming the right of ownership. Then you need to make a draft redevelopment and coordinate it with TsGSN, the fire service and the management company. The final step will be coordination in the Office of Architecture, which can last up to 45 days.

After registration, you can begin to increase the area of ​​the room at the expense of the loggia. Usually, for this purpose, the designer or independently develops a design project of the future space, taking into account the functional, style and personal preferences.

Usually, glazing of balconies and loggias is carried out in a cold way with the installation of hinged or sliding frames, which will not protect against cold and noise outside in full.

You should also properly insulate the floor and walls of the loggia.Usually, the space is warmed with polystyrene foam, foam plastic or penofola, and the gaps are sealed with sealant or mounting foam to protect against moisture and wind.

When installing a floor heating can be used for finishing stone or ceramic tile. A carpet or linoleum themselves will create additional heat and are more accessible to many.

The design and style of the future room depends on its purpose:

• When combining a loggia and a room, you can create an excellent seating area by placing a sofa with bookshelves or a table with chairs and a table there.
• If the loggia is located in the children's room, combining the two spaces will give the child more space to play and store toys. At the expense of the loggia, you can zone the children's room and allocate a place for classes and play space, as well as a place to sleep.

• For those who work at home, you can equip the office on the balcony. This option will be ideal for creative individuals - artists or seamstresses. In one place you can hang a large number of shelves, where it is convenient to arrange all the working materials.The workshop on the site of the former balcony will allow you to do work or your favorite work without interruption from your family.
• Another interesting option for arranging this space is the flower greenhouse.. Having installed special racks and shelves for flowerpots on the loggias, you can organize a winter garden with your favorite plants.

• Often loggia becomes a kind of continuation of the kitchen. In this case, it is possible to install a bar counter or a dining table on it, so that during a meal you can admire the view from the window, and not television programs.

But a really good interior of the new space can be created by adhering to a certain style. Several popular directions for registration of a loggia:

• Provence - the use of natural materials and the predominance of light pastel colors for the ceiling and walls. The interior welcomes floral motifs and white painted antique furniture, fresh flowers and forged accessories.

• Modern style - a wide range of colors from classic to extravagant shades, furniture without a frame or wicker chairs. Style will help emphasize accessories - pictures of modern artists, futuristic lamps and bright blinds or curtains.

• Japanese style - the predominance of red-black in the interior and dark brown furniture, varnished. Bamboo blinds can be hung on the windows, the walls can be decorated with images of Japanese characters or volumetric fans. Oriental flavor will be added with artificial sakura and various Japanese vases.

• High-tech - colors with a predominance of silver-gray and black colors, a minimum of items and a large number of accessories made of glass and metal. The style suggests a visual expansion of the space, which is achieved with the help of an abundance of LED lamps under the ceiling.

• Loft - limited palette in gray or blue, minimal decor and the presence of the simplest furniture. If space permits, several zones can be distinguished using partitions and screens. The presence of panoramic windows is welcome.

Due to the limited space of the loggia, interior design has some peculiarities.

• All furniture in the balcony area should be compact and occupy a minimum of space.
• Saving space will help built-in wardrobes and wall shelves, folding worktop and chairs.
• For storage of seasonal items and tools, as well as other items, niches that are equipped with a loggia ceiling are perfect.
• Lighting should also be compact, but do not neglect their number. Suitable spotlights on the ceiling or wall sconces.
• To curtain windows, you should choose more compact blinds or Roman blinds, while the curtains will visually reduce the space and will interfere.
• It is better to choose more practical and moisture-proof materials for finishing the space of the loggia.

Tips

• To create a summer mood all year round you can get at least a few plants on the loggia. Some city dwellers grow greens and even cucumbers with tomatoes at home.
• If the place of the former balcony is reserved for the gym, then it is better to give preference to multi-functional simulators, which will not take up much space.
• Garlands hanging around the perimeter of the loggia will help to create a fabulous feeling, which can be the same color or twinkle.
• To get a truly stylish interior, it is better to entrust the design of the built-in loggia to professionals.

Photos of finished interiors will allow you to visually demonstrate possible options for arranging a loggia.

• The idea of ​​organizing a gym at home will surely please young mothers. They can practice their figure while the baby is sleeping. A pair of simulators and a nice green color will give a boost of energy for the whole day.

• The solution for the narrow and long loggia with a beautiful view will be the bar counter, behind which it is pleasant to drink a cup of coffee sutra or chat with friends.

• For a one-room apartment, a loggia will be an excellent option for a children's playroom in which not only toys can fit, but also a workplace for classes.