Duplex apartment design: interesting options

Duplex apartments have become popular not so long ago and are more likely associated with elite housing than with mass housing. In fact, such a layout can become available to a fairly wide range, it is suitable not only for spacious rooms, but also for relatively small ones.

Depending on the design features, it is necessary to distinguish between apartments located on two floors or on one, but with the possibility of designing a second tier, if the height of the ceiling allows it. Both can be called two-tier. They have the following features:

• This type of apartment may well compete with a country house. Since this type of apartment, in its essence, already differs from traditional options, they are purchased to emphasize a certain status or originality of housing.
• Repair of two levels will cost more than one at least due to the fact that additional costs are required for the installation of stairs or an elevator. And also for their repair and maintenance.
• Choosing this option, it is worth considering not only the economic benefits, but also the aesthetic possibilities of the design. The lifestyle of people plays a huge role, since such a construction of the internal space presupposes great mobility and at the same time a certain isolation. That is, this option is not suitable for sedentary and lonely people.

The main principle applied when zoning a two-story apartment will be the division into a common and a private part. Since access to the top is associated with overcoming certain obstacles (in the form of a staircase), then it is this that will be the private area. Following this rule, upstairs are usually bedrooms and children's rooms... Of course, there are exceptions: the creative process of creating a picture or making business decisions also require privacy, so you can set up a study or an art studio there.

A separate seating area is more suitable for a large family, in which each member needs their own space.

Particular attention should be paid to the bathrooms. One of them may be smaller in area and functionality, but there should be at least two of them. Moreover, there is no obstacle to this, since the space below is your property. This will not cause big problems with the legal registration of redevelopment.

It is much more difficult when combining two levels to make a hole in the floor as convenient, beautiful and consistent with building codes as possible.

A prerequisite for the design of two-level apartments was the conversion of departmental or industrial buildings into residential ones. As a rule, they all had a ceiling height sufficient for this. This way of organizing space is suitable for any room with suitable parameters. Its main advantage is rational use of space.

One of the most frequently used options is with the allocation of a berth on top.It is literally created for small and low rooms, the main thing is that there should be at least a meter from the bed to the ceiling. Two-stage designs are often used for children's sleeping places.

In addition to the bed, on the second tier, you can place various storage systems - cabinets for various purposes, bedside tables, dressers, etc. Or a cozy workplace in order to be alone with your thoughts. Of course, in order to completely limit such a site, you should think about partitions. They will protect against noise and odors, and transparent models will visually look easier.

Such a structure can not only be located in the corner, using walls as additional supports, but also in the middle of the living area. White will help make it weightless. In this case, you need to remember about reliability and safety. All supports must be reinforced with metal profiles.

The stairs and other devices that provide access to the upper floor vary in cost and functionality. The cost, as a rule, depends on the material, the mechanisms used, the method of fastening and can reach a quarter of the cost of the apartment itself. Of course, the most popular are the stairs. They may be:

• attached;
• built-in.

It is they who eat up a lot of space not only with their area, but also with the provision of approaches to it. When planning a staircase, you need to remember some of the nuances:

• the slope should not be too steep;
• the steps should be wide enough to put your foot on them and as low as possible;
• the surface of the steps should not slide;
• if there are children, elderly people or animals in the house, a handrail will be a prerequisite. Without them, despite the spectacular appearance, the design is unsafe. The upper platform, if it does not have walls, must also have barriers.

Modern fixtures and materials allow you to create all kinds of suspension devices. The non-floor bed and stairs create a light effect. And the unusual coating makes you want to touch it.

A small two-level apartment, decorated in a modern style, is an example of how you can compactly place all the necessary things in a relatively small area.

It is small apartments with carefully selected details, neutral wood colors and textile upholstery of furniture that are more comfortable and allow you to relax as much as possible after a working day.

For spacious apartments (from 80 to 100 sq. M.), The classic style is more suitable. A variety of decorative pieces of furniture, carved wood, forged metal balustrades, gilded trim will create an atmosphere of luxury.

To create a complete image of an apartment, you need the right lighting. In addition, it acts as another zoning tool. By turning off the lighting at one of the levels, you can visually narrow the space. In addition to local lighting, a general background is needed, which must be taken into account when creating a project.

The two-stage system is well suited for the attic. In addition, a technical floor or an attic space is attached to some apartments.

A staircase of unusual shape will become the central object of the interior of any room. The slide will make the descent faster and become a real adventure for children and adults.

See the next video for a design option for a two-level apartment in a modern style.