Beautiful one-story house with an attic (100+ Photos of Projects). Why is it Stylish and Inexpensive at the same time?

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Do you know why a one-story house with an attic is functional and remains at the peak of popularity for decades? I will share features that you did not know about yet. I think you will look at such houses in a new way.

The history of attics and their features

Living quarters under a roof first appeared in France in the 17th century. Such housing was cheap and was popular among writers, artists, poets, performers and other creative people.

Currently, this is no longer exotic. The know-how of architects of the past is used not so much in high-rise housing construction, but to a greater extent by owners of private houses. The equipment of such premises has its own advantages and features.

One-story house with attic

Repair and placement of rooms can be postponed until later. First, equip the first floor, celebrate the housewarming, and then take on the upper room. However, in this case, it is necessary to immediately carry out communication upward:

• light;
• water;
• sewerage;
• Internet.

You will not have to disturb the finishing of the lower floor in the future.

Ceiling lining

The most popular way to decorate the ceiling in an attic interior is to decorate it with clapboard. If the design project involves the use of wood in the attic, it is recommended to first cover the ceiling surface with sheets of plasterboard, and then proceed with the finishing cladding. Wooden furniture allows the use of various types of cladding. To add aesthetics, the boards can be painted in light or dark shades.

To prevent the interior decoration of the attic from becoming boring, a combined finish consisting of wooden inserts and hanging structures that need to be framed with stucco is suitable for the ceiling.

A decorative stone would be an interesting solution for the ceiling - it will help to enliven the overall atmosphere of the room and make the room unusual.

Advantages of a 10 by 10 m house for organizing comfortable rooms

Square houses are most suitable for organization on the top floor of the attic. In this case, you can organize not only two full rooms, but also a small vestibule or corridor to isolate the premises.

There should be a bathroom next to the bedroom. To do this, it should be located above similar rooms on the ground floor or next to communication systems. It is enough to extend the sewer and water pipes from the ground floor to the top floor, and a comfortable life is guaranteed .

There should be a bathroom near the bedrooms

The square house looks harmonious. It is easier to make internal layouts in them. On the ground floor there is a living room, kitchen, and children's room (if the family has small children). And in the attic there are bedrooms for adults and teenagers, an office or other additional rooms.

If the owners choose the studio option, then neoclassical styles can be used for interior decoration:

• Empire;
• classic;
• baroque;
• eclecticism;
• modern

The interior of a large room will not be overloaded with classic details.

Good lighting will be provided by windows embedded in the roof. They can be part of the roof slope or create a vertical structure for window frames. In this case, the house acquires elements that decorate the building.

Light will be provided by windows located in the roof

Tip To prevent your house from looking like a square, squat cube, build an open or closed veranda.

This element is not necessarily located near the central door. Verandas located on the side of the garden or plot help to organize good rest and relaxation with a view of nature. In this case, an alpine slide, an artificial pond, and night lighting are created behind the house. The site acquires interesting elements, and the family relaxes in comfort.

Houses with an attic and a garage - convenience and functionality

One of the most popular options. Such buildings look compact and holistic.

Finish:

• decoration with various materials;
• coloring;
• plaster;
• the roofs are made identical.

A vestibule is arranged between the garage and the house. For some owners, they become the best option. If the plot is small, then such a house can easily fit on it.

After all, a separate building for a car takes up more space. In such a room you can organize a warehouse of necessary (but not fire-hazardous things) and, as a result, unload the house.

Functional option with garage

Residents of the northern regions get rid of problems with cars. It does not need to be warmed up for a long time before leaving. In this case, it is easier to organize heating. Even if you don't plan to heat the garage, the heat from the house is transferred into this room and it is warmer than outside. You don't have to go outside to get into the garage. This becomes relevant in cold and rainy weather.

During construction, a vestibule room is created and a reliable and powerful ventilation system is organized. Car exhaust gases do not enter residential areas.

Advice: Don't clutter your garage with old things. It is better to organize a storage room in the basement or semi-basement.

Plan your driveway carefully

Even before the construction of such a multifunctional complex begins, think about how not to make a mistake:

• The garage requires convenient access.
• It should not be located in a low area, otherwise rain and melt water will get inside.
• The driveway should have a rough surface to avoid problems in slushy weather and icy conditions.
• Decide whether the garage will be heated or not, so that later you don’t have to do additional heating installations and change the heating boiler to a more powerful one.
• The entrance to the house must be well lit.
• There should be convenient garage doors so that they do not interfere with the entrance area.

Roof structure

The roof structure of an insulated attic will experience several negative influences and must have high strength and resistance to external influences. The supporting system of rafters, beams, racks is covered with lathing and counter-lattice. The structure of the “pie” itself has several layers:

• wind protection, waterproofing;
• insulation;
• vapor barrier;
• decorative coating.

Insulated attic design

The home owner can choose insulation at his own discretion, taking into account financial capabilities. Any material needs high-quality protection from moisture, which can reduce performance. On the outside, this function is performed by a waterproofing material that will not allow snow, rain, or humid air to penetrate. Condensation also accumulates in the room itself. It is necessary to lay a vapor barrier layer to prevent moisture from entering the insulation.

Vapor barrier layer prevents moisture from entering the insulation

Air circulation must be ensured inside the structure. It will prevent the accumulation of condensation that can form inside the “pie” due to temperature changes. For this purpose, special vents are created to provide natural ventilation. In the descriptions and design diagrams of the attic roofs of a private house, you can see the principle of their equipment.

House roof ventilation diagram

Features of the placement and layout of houses 12 by 12 m

It is risky to place such buildings on small plots of land. On the one hand, the neighbors “will look into the windows”; on the other, you will not have any free land left. This is worth taking into account. Even if you are not a fan of intensive or other farming, many people want to have flowers, ornamental shrubs, or fruit trees. After all, without them, the house turns into a large apartment.

House 12 by 12 m

In such houses it is easy to make three or four full rooms in the attic floor. But in this case you need to take care of lighting. There are enough small windows in the bedrooms. You can do without them in a home theater, but a children's room, an office, a recreation room, and a winter garden need large windows.

Advice The partitions of the upper rooms must be full. Do not agree to the proposal of the construction team superintendents to reduce the cost of construction and make plasterboard partitions. This technique does not provide sufficient sound insulation.

Minuses

Sloping windows are expensive and require additional heating in cold weather;

• Excess snow disrupts natural light;
• Don't skimp on building materials! Otherwise, the load-bearing walls will collapse in the future.

Correct insulation, taking into account all the requirements, will save up to 40% of the cost of heating the house in winter!

House up to 100 sq.m. – what shape of box and roof should I choose?

There are a large number of house projects less than 100 sq.m. Such offers help fulfill the wishes of the owners. They have a sufficient number of rooms. Taking into account the rooms in the attic, the family receives additional living space.

The attic contains bedrooms, full-fledged dressing rooms, offices with a library, playrooms for children, and exercise equipment. You can provide a storage room for household appliances.

Area up to 100 sq.m

If you often have guests or relatives visiting you, organize guest rooms with bathrooms in the attic . In this case, the furnishings are more modest than in the main living rooms. But you shouldn’t put up furniture that has served its purpose. The house should be harmonious and stylish.

You have a teenager in your family and he wants to have his own living space - the attic provides such an opportunity. If the family is small, then you can give him the entire upper “floor” and he will feel like an adult, and you can control what he is doing at any time.

Sizes of structures

The parameters of the attic space are determined by the height of the walls. Depending on the type of roof, the figure can range from 80 cm to 1.5 m. The lower the ceiling, the more discomfort people in the room experience. An attic with dimensions of 2.3 m is considered comfortable.

The characteristics of the usable area depend on the angle of the roof and the parameters of the attic space. If the roof height is more than 3.5 m, then the structure needs to be further strengthened. In a small room with a ceiling below 2 m, it is difficult to create a comfortable living space. Due to psychological pressure, it is inconvenient to be in a narrow room with a sloping wall all the time, so you can only place the bedroom.

With a terrace on the attic floor

In order to organize a terrace in the attic floor, the area of ​​the house must be at least 100 m². In this case, the upper rooms have sufficient area and the open space fits harmoniously into the appearance of the building.

Terrace - a small, cozy corner

In such a house, you can organize a terrace on the top floor, which opens from the attic. You will be provided with a good place to rest and relax. A great addition will be a magnificent view of the surrounding nature.

Velux GDL Cabrio balcony windows provide an interesting opportunity. They have two structural elements. The lower part moves outward, forward and a railing automatically appears. And the top one opens up and is set at 45º.

Balcony windows - a non-standard solution

If you are organizing a terrace at the top of the house, apply a few tips:

• Do it with a roof.
• Instead of a wall between the terrace and the room, install a glass partition with a door to provide sufficient lighting.
• The terrace floor covering should not be slippery, otherwise injuries cannot be avoided.
• Choose furniture for her that has antifungal treatment for wooden parts and removable pillows and mattresses.

Window

Most often, windows become the main design element and the main source of light. It is not customary to close them, and if necessary, you can use translucent curtains or blinds.

They try to install the bed or chairs near the window.

The attic can become your favorite place in the whole house, and a photo of the attic floor will help you choose the desired style and finish.

From foam blocks with an attic

Foam blocks are increasingly used in construction.
The material is functional, convenient in the construction process. Homes become thoroughly luxurious. The installation of an attic floor helps reduce costs. This is cheaper than building an additional floor. The material is unique, after the construction of the first floor, installation of floors and construction of the roof, you can move in, and finish the upper rooms later. This way, the family can celebrate housewarming faster.

The material is functional, convenient in the construction process

Let us list the advantages of constructing buildings from foam blocks:

• Foam blocks are larger than bricks. The construction of frames is speeding up.
• The material is environmentally friendly and does not emit toxins.
• The blocks have strict geometry. The masonry is smooth, glue is saved during the masonry process, and the seams are minimal.
• Houses made of foam concrete give the effect of a thermos. Houses are warm in winter and cool in summer. There is no need to make additional thermal insulation.
• Houses have been in use for a long time without repair.
• Not afraid of moisture, resists mold.
• Does not burn.
• The blocks are not affected by temperature changes and humidity.

The material is environmentally friendly, does not emit toxins

The blocks cut well. This makes it possible to implement various projects with an interesting roof shape.

If desired, the walls can be plastered, painted, decorated with facade materials:

• natural and artificial stone;
• brick;
• siding;
• tiles.

Construction materials

The materials for your home must first and foremost be warm, otherwise you will end up spending more on heating than on insulation. Don't forget about a layer of mineral wool, polystyrene foam or other insulation. This should be done by professionals who can calculate the location of the dew point so that condensation does not accumulate between the wall and the insulation.

Brick is beautiful, durable, comfortable and will last up to a hundred years, but it is heavy, takes a long time to lay and requires a strong foundation. Porous ceramic blocks are easier to install and larger in size, but are sensitive to damage and more expensive.

Aerated concrete blocks do not burn and protect well from frost and noise, but if handled improperly they can crack and break. Wood is completely natural and environmentally friendly, but it shrinks and requires special treatment to prevent rot, fire and pests.

From timber with an attic - a return to historical beauty

I will not list all the advantages of houses made of natural materials. Let's talk about the main thing. Ecological cleanliness, houses have good thermal insulation, fresh air inside all rooms.

Environmentally friendly and good thermal insulation

Houses made of timber with an attic look holistic and harmonious. Their appearance reminds us of the past. Such buildings are built using modern technology, special materials for wood processing, and caulking of log houses. Therefore, they last a long time, do not lose their attractiveness and help maintain health.

Interesting designs of a one-story house from the outside

The facade of a private cottage is the “calling card” of the owner. The owners are trying to decorate the facade so that it becomes the envy of the neighbors on the street. A beautiful and durable facade will last for many years. It will delight the eyes of the owner, his family, neighbors and just passers-by.

The facades of one-story houses are designed in different styles:

• rustic or country;
• Provence;
• English;
• Byzantine;
• retro;
• modern.

The country-style façade is deliberately rough. In different countries, this style takes on a different national flavor. For example, in the USA, country style is the style of a Texas cowboy ranch. In our open spaces, country style means houses finished with wooden beams (or siding under the timber) with the addition of natural stone.

The design of a private house from the outside, a photo of it is on our website, can be made in Provence style. This French style exudes genuine elegance. The predominant color is beige, cream, light yellow.

For cottages in the Provence style, exclusively natural materials are used. Forged parts look organic - gates, balconies, doors. Handmade items are welcome in the interior.

The exterior design of the house, a photo of which is on the website, is distinguished by its beauty and sophistication. The facade can be decorated with plants, and the windows with decorative shutters.

A budget design option in the Provence style is distinguished by the selection of materials that imitate natural wood and stone.

The design of the house outside and inside should be made in the same style. Popular ideas for a country house include the German half-timbered style. This is a German version of rustic style. It is characterized by a white facade, as if drawn along, across and diagonally by beams of dark wood.

Chalet is a Swiss version of national cottage construction. These are houses with an attic. The lower level is finished with natural stone, and the upper level is finished with wood. A mandatory element of the chalet is the steep gable roof.

The Byzantine style is distinguished by semicircular designs of windows and doors. The narrow windows resemble ancient loopholes, and the door, on the contrary, is massive and wide. The central entrance is the main design accent.

Everyone likes beautiful houses. Photos inside and outside demonstrate the unity of architectural and interior styles. A characteristic feature of the English or Victorian style is the high chimney pipe. Such houses are usually built of red brick or natural stone. The interior is decorated with large leather armchairs and a fireplace.

Beautiful private houses, photos of which are on the website, are decorated in retro style. This style includes several varieties: classicism, romanticism, baroque. The retro style is characterized by an abundance of decor - turrets, columns, figured cornices, sculptures. In the old days, such decor was called stucco.

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Antique stucco decorations are real works of sculptural art. Today, such decor is made from reinforced foam. White cornices and columns perfectly match the façade of any shade.

Interior design of houses - interior photos in a modern style are simple and concise. Modern style includes two varieties - minimalism and hi-tech. In minimalistic facades and interiors, white color predominates. White walls, leather furniture in white or black and isolated bright accents in the form of curtains or carpet.

Such houses are dominated by clear geometric shapes, have panoramic windows and generally a lot of glass. This style predominates in private buildings in Western cities. In such houses, glass, plastic and the cold shine of silver metal predominate. Hi-tech is the style of high technology.

How to visualize the design of a house from the outside? The program that will help you is called Autodesk AutoCad. She will help in drawing up a private house project and 3D visualization. It allows you to work with multiple files simultaneously and easily manage individual elements.

With an attic, lined with decorative bricks

Often the main decoration of such houses are roofs of complex shapes with attractive roofing material. But more on that below. If you choose a project with a laconic roof, then decorative brick will help decorate the facade.

To prevent the house from looking boring, models of different textures, colors, and sizes are used. For example, corners, window frames and doorways are decorated with dark brick, while the main part is light. Creative lovers, get a little creative.

Lined with decorative bricks

Instead of the usual decoration with vertical columns, line the corners in the form of steps. “Break up” large areas with fragmentary inclusions of several decorative bricks. This gives the house a rustic exclusivity. He becomes attractive and unusual.

Insulation

High-quality thermal insulation of the roof will keep you cool in the summer and keep you warm in the winter. Materials are laid in strict sequence in compliance with installation rules.

In addition to laying thermal insulation, it is recommended to fill the space between the roof and ceiling with gravel, which will form an air cushion.

It is better to insulate the gables with polystyrene foam; it does not allow cold to pass through and is considered a good heat insulator.

With attic and bay window

A wonderful option for lovers of natural beauty. If you are bored with ordinary standard rectangular houses, then this project will be ideal. What are the features? This architectural feature has nothing to do with balconies and loggias. The bay window protrudes beyond the main building, but at the same time forms one whole with it.

This feature makes it possible to create rooms of unusual shapes. In the bay windows there is a table for drinking tea, doing your favorite things, and living plants. Living rooms with such an element acquire noble luxury.

The bay window protrudes beyond the main building, but it is not a balcony

For attic rooms, bay windows become a wonderful opportunity to organize good natural lighting. In this case, there is no overhanging roof over the protruding part, which “steals” sunlight.

Advice: For a bay window, order double-glazed windows with high thermal insulation properties. They must correspond to the region of construction. This way you will avoid heat loss in winter and keep cool in summer.

Color spectrum

Most often, calm natural tones are used when decorating the attic.

But if you want to give the room a unique feel, you can use contrasting colors on a medium or high wall. This will also help make the ceilings in the room higher.

Important Details

Let's look at the details that are worth paying attention to. What is important to consider at the construction stage, and what is better not to use? More details below.

Heating

To avoid heat loss, high-quality insulation material is laid at the construction stage, communications are laid, and heating devices are installed. But these premises have their own characteristics.

If rooms are not used regularly, install temperature regulators on the radiators. Use gas or electric convectors that have temperature sensors that automatically regulate the temperature. This will help save coolant, electricity or gas.

Battery - as an option for heating

For small rooms with a steep roof slope, heated floors will be optimal: water or electric. In this case, heating devices do not spoil the interior and it is easier to arrange furniture.

Furniture

The attic suggests minimalism of things. Don't block the room with too many objects. But a sloping ceiling will not provide such an opportunity.

Low-compact used furniture, shelves, walls. If you need to place tall items, place them on vertical walls.