IN Lately Increasingly, during the construction of private houses, the attic space under the roof is equipped as a living space. The first such arrangement option was proposed by the French architect Francois Mansart, so the room was called an attic.

Peculiarities

Due to its non-standard size and shape, the attic brings many difficulties when planning.

The design of the attic floor depends on the functional purpose of the room. Here you can arrange any interior: a relaxation area with a home cinema, a children's room, a bedroom, a study. First of all, the attic arrangement project must take into account the wishes of the owners, the dimensions of the room and the height of the ceiling.

One of the features of the attic floor in a wooden house is sloping walls. The shape of the attic space is influenced by the slope of the roof. In a private building, it can be single-pitch or gable; less common are options with a hipped or sloping roof.

Distinctive features attic can become the following factors:

• low ceiling;
• rafters and roof beams;
• a large number of angles;
• ladder;
• small number of windows;
• Difficulty in establishing communications. As a rule, the attic is not heated, especially in the country.

The attic floor allows owners to get real benefits from turning it into a living space, since the usable area increases and heat loss decreases.

Taking into account all the features, experts advise when arranging this territory to fulfill the following requirements:

• Roof insulation outside and inside.
• Supply of utilities: electricity, ventilation, air conditioning system.
• Only specialists can reconstruct rafters, so if the project provides for this, it is better to use their services.
• A rational approach to the use of beams, roof slopes, and support posts in the interior.

• Competent scheme lighting. It is necessary to consider the location of windows and their sizes. Designers suggest taking advantage of the option of installing vertical windows or in lucarnes (the so-called dormer window).
• Use moisture-resistant materials when finishing.
• Consider the ability of the floors to support the weight of all structural additions and furniture.
• Do not clutter the space.

Preparation

Before converting the attic floor country house In a functional room, you first need to design the interior. When preparing, it is necessary to take into account all the nuances: the shape of the ceiling and walls, the presence or absence of communications, the possibility of connecting additional engineering systems, degree of illumination and the like.

In the simplest case, when global changes are not needed, only redecorating, which is aimed at improving non-residential premises.

A lot depends on the shape of the roof, it can be broken, beveled, domed, single-pitched and gable. Therefore, there must be present inside open rafters and beams. Some designers use these elements when decorating the interior, focusing on them, others suggest hiding them, but provided that the ceiling height allows.

The simplest finishing option is wood. For this they use available material in the form of lining, wooden panels or edged boards. Modern construction market also offers wooden wallpaper or block house.

At the initial stage, it is necessary to establish a communication system. The task will be simplified if the attic is located above the kitchen or bathroom on the first floor. Installation must be done correctly, so if you do not have the necessary skills and permits for this, it is better to seek help from professionals.

Insulation attic room- an important process. If the attic will be used regularly, and not just during summer season, then thermal insulation is necessary. This will prevent condensation, improve the microclimate, and allow you to feel comfortable in the warmth of your home. Insulation is carried out not only from the inside, but also from the outside. Soundproofing the floor is necessary in some cases, but it also serves as thermal insulation.

The next step in landscaping the attic is replacing old windows and installing new ones.

As a rule, there is initially only one attic window. When arranging an attic, it is important to ensure good lighting of the room, so it is better if there are more of them. Experts recommend placing them on different walls for greater efficiency. The light level can be adjusted by the ratio of the glass surface area.

A special feature of dormer windows is the width of the windows, which cannot exceed the distance between the rafters. The length depends on the roof slope.

Depending on the installation method, windows are classified into vertical, inclined and for flat roofs. The last two types should be made of tempered glass to protect them from hail.

Sloping double-glazed windows are installed in the same plane with the roof slope, which increases the light intensity by 30% or more.

For installation vertical window You must first install a structure in the form of a birdhouse with an individual roof. The throughput is lower than that of inclined ones.

If it is expected self-replacement old windows to modern ones, plan their dimensions and installation location in advance.

Installation begins with cutting out a window opening in the roof slope. If the tie-in occurs between the rafters, then it is better to provide a distance of at least 10 cm from them to the window.

Old houses were equipped with mortise window frames.Modern technologies allow the installation of new double-glazed windows with tempered glass, providing increased strength. Opening mechanisms are being improved, which makes it possible to rotate frames around any axis, and this can be done not only manually, but also using a remote control.

Dormer windows solve several functional problems: they illuminate the room with natural light, provide ventilation and improve the microclimate.

Panoramic designs allow you to increase the luminous flux, introduce an original decorative element, and get aesthetic pleasure from the landscape. Modern technologies have made it possible to install different types of windows, for example, transforming into a mini-balcony. The variety of forms that manufacturers produce is amazing. Simple lines are used less and less often; windows in the shape of a circle, semicircle, corner, and asymmetric are becoming more common.

To decorate attic window structures, it is better to use special blinds or roller shutters. They are available both internal and external. If the interior is supposed to have textile curtains, then in order to hold them in the desired position, there are various holders, linings, supports and fasteners.

Ceiling finishing

When landscaping an attic, you can use any known methods and materials to finish the ceiling.

Stretch ceilings are recommended to be used only if there is sufficient wall height, otherwise there is a risk of frequent damage. This option is very convenient, since the canvas, due to its light weight, does not have a big effect on the structure, allows you to hide elements of utility lines and rafters, and allows you to get creative with lighting using built-in lamps.

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Drywall is one of the available and simple ways finishing. With its help you can get any shape, for example, a multi-level ceiling with various drops and protrusions. Drywall allows you to level surfaces before wallpapering or painting.

Tree - traditional material for finishing the attic space. For the ceiling use lining or wooden panels. The wallpaper on the ceiling looks original. It should be remembered that the surface must be leveled before gluing.

Floor covering

As a rule, special requirements are imposed on the floor on the upper floors.

First of all, it must provide good sound insulation. To do this, it is necessary to mount the sheathing and fill it with a heat insulator in the form of slabs, for example, mineral wool. It also performs waterproofing functions. Cover the structure with pine boards on top; you can use larch material. It is recommended to treat the resulting flooring with an antiseptic.

Floor coverings are very diverse. For these purposes, any finishing material is used: linoleum, parquet boards, laminate, carpet, ceramic tiles. Experts advise not to skimp on the quality of the coating, since low-grade materials will require immediate replacement.

When decorating an attic, you cannot refuse such decorative elements as carpets. They serve as insulation and also decorate any interior, adding comfort. The size of the carpets does not have to be large and cover the entire floor; small models near the bed, sofa, or bath are sufficient.

Walls

Wood is the most popular material for decorating attic walls. It improves the microclimate and serves as thermal insulation. Lining is the leader in use. It is produced in several versions, is affordable and easy to process. There are several installation methods that allow you to make the walls decorative: horizontal, vertical, diagonal, in a circle, herringbone. The lining is coated with varnish on top to leave a natural wood pattern or painted in different colors.

A more budget option is finishing with wood panels. These can be laminated models, veneered chipboard or MDF.

Modern version– wooden wallpaper, which consists of a base with strips of coniferous wood glued onto it. This material reduces repair time.

The block house is also in demand for wall cladding in country houses, in particular in the attic. Its rounded front surface imitates a natural log or timber.

Plastic panels are appropriate when decorating bathrooms or kitchens on the attic floor. They will protect against dirt and moisture. In addition, their color scheme embodies any design ideas.

Recently, designers have often offered unique, seamless wall drapery with fabric. An attic made in this way will become unique.

Loft style in the interior attic space assumes the presence of untreated wood, so you can leave walls made of wooden beams or bricks untouched.

Also, one of the oldest methods of treating walls is wallpapering them. However, it should be noted that before this they need to be leveled using drywall, and this will result in a reduction in space. Manufacturers offer a wide range of wallpaper: vinyl, paper, glass, cork, etc. Designers do not recommend covering all walls with material with a large pattern. It is better to focus attention on one of the walls or emphasize architectural protrusions, arches, corners, and cover the remaining surfaces with plain wallpaper. Small ornaments in pastel colors are suitable for the Provence style.

Drywall when decorating walls is used only as a base or for leveling. The top is always covered with wallpaper, acrylic paint or other finishing materials.

Color solutions

The attic room has a specific shape and lighting. Designers most often suggest using light shades for decoration. You can use different textures and color contrasts to add depth to the space.

For example, if the ceiling in the attic is covered with a dark stretch fabric, then it is better if its surface is glossy, then the reflected light will expand the walls. When the floor is made in dark shades, designers recommend dazzling white walls; this will create the illusion of an endless distance.

Experts warn that small attics should never be overloaded with bulky objects and a lot of dark paints should be used. Bright rich colors can be used as accents, since their excess will cause a pressing sensation.

Often, owners of private houses leave the floors wooden, covering them with transparent varnish to emphasize the wood structure.

Nuances of room design

The improvement of the attic space must be approached very carefully and carefully. It is important to think through in advance all possible ideas for using architectural features: beams, rafters, arches, slopes, unusual angles, racks. Living space can benefit from this.

Experts advise not to get carried away with cluttering the space and try to use natural materials for decoration. It is better to choose textiles for curtains and furniture in pastel shades.

Furniture for the attic is always multifunctional. Bulky elements are inappropriate. It's better to give preference modular systems. Built-in and wall-mounted structures are an excellent option. Furniture may have to be custom-made to fit a particular roof configuration.

It is better to decorate the attic depending on the functions that the room performs. To decorate the interior with your own hands, you first need to draw up a design project. If you lack certain experience and skills, you can use the services of professionals. It should be remembered that the simple option is always the best.

Since the houses in dachas and garden plots are small, they either do not have a second floor, or it is very small. Therefore, a bedroom or workshop is usually organized in the country attic.

If a country house is intended for permanent residence, then the attic floor performs various functional tasks. The list of possible interiors includes: kitchen, bathroom, children's room, library, office, recreation area with a cinema, billiards, dressing room.

The style pleases with variety possible options– from light Provence to modern loft, from classic to avant-garde, from mountain chalet to Mediterranean bungalow.

There are certain rules that must be followed when decorating attic spaces. Then the interior will be filled with coziness and comfort. For example, a low ceiling surface is not an obstacle, but it should not be covered with a suspended ceiling; it is better to treat it with wood. The staircase, which is always a dangerous place, must be equipped with a fall safety system: railings, doors, and fences are required.

An unusual roof shape in a small space usually takes away some of the usable space. But with proper lighting and design, this feature can be played out in an interesting way.

When arranging a small attic, you need to think through the ergonomics of each interior element. It is better to purchase furniture that is built-in and multifunctional. Block storage systems are designed to make this task easier.

Children's

The unusual shapes and sizes of the attic are perfect for arranging a children's room. Designers use height differences and unexpected wall reliefs to design the play area.

The nature of the attic floor requires the organization of a variety of places to store toys, bedding, crafts, and books. In addition, it will be better if the nursery provides places not only for relaxation and games, but also for activities.

If there are small children, the attic should be well insulated, the flooring should be soft, and finishing materials should be natural and harmless. It is recommended to equip the window opening mechanism with an “anti-child” element so that children cannot accidentally open the sash.

When creating an attic nursery, it is necessary to consider the abundance of natural light, as well as artificial lighting.

The nature of the room allows you to experiment with color, use unusual shapes of furniture and lamps, and zone the space to create a colorful and bright interior.

When arranging the attic floor, it is important to remember that children love to run, jump and gallop, which can create discomfort for those living on the first floor, so it is recommended to soundproof the floor in the nursery.

Wardrobe

The owners will appreciate the lack of closets in all rooms and the arrangement of a centralized dressing room on the attic floor. This will save useful living space for more functional items.

Organizing a wardrobe in the attic will not require a large area and will allow you to use any asymmetrical architectural features of the room.

It is better to place wardrobes along high walls; drawers and shelves for shoes, clothes and accessories can be placed in niches, under bevels or built into the space between the beams.

If it is impossible to install hinged doors, it is necessary to consider the possibility of installing sliding and sliding models, as well as in the form of blinds.

Furniture for an attic dressing room is appropriately modular. Storage systems must be multifunctional. Roll-out and retractable elements will help you reach the farthest corners and use all available space rationally. Cabinets are recommended to be used as storage places and as stools for sitting.

To increase the functionality of the attic, you can install in it washing machine and drying rack, clothes steamer, ironing board. Sometimes the owners also keep another household appliances, for example, a vacuum cleaner.

If the attic is intended only as a storage system, then built-in lighting or ordinary lamps are sufficient. In case of wider use of dressing room placement lighting fixtures must take into account the functional characteristics of each area of ​​the room. For example, in the ironing area or around large mirror bright light is needed.

In order to prevent the appearance of a musty smell or dampness, it is necessary to properly consider the ventilation system.

Bathroom

As a rule, the bathroom is rarely located on the attic floor small house. IN large cottages the bathroom is organized as an additional bathroom to the bedroom or guest room.

It is best to think about the location of the bathroom already at the design stage of the house., since this will require complex engineering communications: sewerage, ventilation, water supply, electricity. In addition, the attic must be properly insulated so that during cold periods being in the bathroom does not cause inconvenience.

It would be nice if there was a kitchen or a first floor bathroom under the attic. In this case, it is more convenient to install communications for the attic bathroom.

Architectural asymmetry in design should be used to your advantage. To do this, it is better to build storage systems for hygiene products or household chemicals, a washbasin or toilet under the bevels. Taking into account the ergonomics of the attic, it is recommended to choose furniture and plumbing that are compact and multifunctional. Built-in or hanging cabinets and shelves will save useful space.

It is recommended to install the bath near a wall or in a corner. If the attic area is limited, then you can limit yourself to a shower stall.

Any color scheme for an attic bathroom is appropriate, but if you have a small area, you must remember that a dark color narrows the room. Glass and mirror elements, the presence of chrome parts will add airiness and modernity. Glossy surface the ceiling or floor will visually expand the walls of the attic.

The main requirement for finishing materials is moisture resistance. It would look great on the ceiling stretch fabric or plastic panels. Flooring appropriate in the form ceramic tiles, plastic or parquet board. Wall cladding involves the use of any waterproof material.

Experts assure that in the bathroom you can abandon the central chandelier and use only built-in lamps. Installation of additional lighting in the wash area will be required. In other cases, point light sources are decorative.

Bedroom

If the attic floor is spacious enough, you can arrange a bedroom for 2-3 people. In case of limited space, you can arrange a recreation area for one resident.

It is better to install sleeping places in roof sloping areas to save useful space. In case of psychological rejection of a low ceiling above your head during sleep, you should place the bed in the center of the attic with gable ceilings.

In the presence of free space In the bedroom you can additionally organize a dressing area or a separate bathroom.

The design of the attic sleeping area looks best in a rustic or classic style, however, you should not give up on modern trends: loft or modern. Wood or wallpaper finishes look natural in the bedroom. A variety of textile elements will create a cozy atmosphere. It is better to use the color scheme in soft, calm tones.

Living room

If there is enough space, the attic floor can be turned into a cozy living room or fireplace room, where all family members will gather and guests will sit.

A fireplace in the attic can play both a practical and decorative role. When installing it, you need to understand that the traditional massive structure is not suitable for the second floor. It is better to give preference to lighter ones compact models made of heat-resistant steel or cast iron. For the same reason, experts recommend avoiding heavy facing materials type of natural stone. Most often, electric fireplaces or pellet fireplace inserts are used for heating. Decorative bio-fireplaces will bring a feeling of coziness and spiritual comfort to the interior. If the fireplace area in the attic does not serve as decoration, but performs a heating function, then it is important to provide in advance a smoke exhaust system and a place to store fuel.

Furniture in light colors in the living room looks elegant. Glass and mirror partitions and well-built lighting will create a light, relaxed atmosphere.

Bright contrasts are also appropriate in the interior of an attic living room. In this case, it is better not to overload the room with furniture and other elements, since main emphasis- color.

Any style will be appropriate, the main thing is that it coincides with the tastes of the owners, matches their interests, and creates the mood.

Designers recommend several styles for the attic living room.

• Classical– a solid style with its inherent luxury and grace. More often than not, the fireplace becomes the center of the interior. The design does not include bright colors. Everything feels orderly and functional.

• Modern– harmonious minimalism. The entire furnishings bear the stamp of practicality and maximum functionality. Simplicity is present in every detail. Dark details are combined with pastel colors to create harmony.

• Retro. Interior elements left over from great-grandmothers or stylized after them are suitable for decoration. The design involves the use of paintings, floor lamps, wooden chairs or tables with forged legs. It is also typical to install a fireplace or a cast iron stove.

• Provence– the sophistication and romanticism of the French countryside. Wood finishing, bleached by the southern sea sun, is appropriate. Textiles in pastel shades with small patterns are welcome. Forged furniture elements, crystal lamps, soft cushions for sitting on chairs and benches, light curtains on the windows - all these details will create a cozy, spiritual atmosphere in the attic living room.

• High tech– style of admirers of modern creativity. Used in decoration modern materials: chrome, glass, metal and their variations. The severity of forms and minimalism of color create the illusion of space.

If the attic has a vertical wall on the pediment, then you can arrange a home cinema room with a large screen, where it is convenient to relax with a large group or to retire together to watch your favorite films.

Gaming

Designers often suggest organizing a billiard room in the attic. For this, of course, it is necessary big square, since the play area is quite large, and you also need to provide a place for relaxation. The table is usually installed in the center of the room. Near the wall you can place a narrow bar counter with several chairs. To store cues, balls and other accessories, you should organize either wall mounts or built-in ones. If the area of ​​the attic floor allows you to zone the space, then in one part you can place a comfort zone for fans with a soft sofa and armchairs.

If a country house has a large attic, then you can organize a mini-gym in it. Experts warn that this is possible provided the floors are strong and reliable. Areas of the attic floor with low ceilings used for storing sports equipment and for recreation. The rest of the space can be filled with exercise equipment or left empty to conduct classes.

The attic space can be used not only as a children's playroom, but also as a gathering place for the whole family and guests. To do this, it is enough to divide the room into several sections. Organize a video game area in one, and a tabletop area in the other. To arrange the first, it is important to install a large screen and a sofa opposite it. It is better to build systems for storing disks, joysticks and other devices into the walls. Board games require a flat area, so you will need a coffee table. The sofa and ottomans should be placed around it. Boxes of games can be stored either on a shelf under the table or inside poufs.

Kitchen-dining room

Arrangement kitchen area in the attic it is better to provide for it at the stage of designing and laying the house. The fact is that it will be necessary to provide communications: gas, water, electricity.

Modular kitchen systems make decorating easier and allow you to create a functional space. Designers propose to take into account and make maximum use of all the nuances of the attic layout.

The use of multi-level furniture on wheels or runners will ensure its mobility, which will further increase functionality. Materials should be light, shapes should not be bulky.

Lighting must be provided in advance. The kitchen requires a lot of light, so there should be at least two windows. Built-in lights around the entire perimeter of the attic kitchen and spotlights above work surface are the best solution.

The color scheme does not limit the owners in anything. It is optimal to use bright colors for furniture modules, light tone - for walls and ceiling, dark shades for the floor.

If the kitchen and dining room are combined into one whole, then you need to visually zone the space. The best place for a table is by the window. If the roof shape is gable or domed, then it is appropriate to place a table in the center of the room. Transparent models have been gaining popularity lately. kitchen furniture made of glass and plastic, which brings an element of airiness to the room.

Cabinet

Best place For privacy, you can't imagine anything better than an attic. Therefore, the attic floor is most appropriate for organizing a study, library or workshop.

Arrangement is possible even with a small space. In a small garden house It’s difficult to find a place for handicrafts, modeling or reading, but the attic space will allow you to get such a cozy corner even in a few square meters.

It is convenient to use built-in shelves between beams, under roof slopes, and between windows for bookshelves. Closed mobile drawers on wheels are suitable for storing tools and office supplies. In addition, they can be used as stools.

Often designers suggest using window sills to organize a convenient storage area that performs additional function benches. If you decorate it with textile pillows and a blanket, you can take a nap on it or read a book near the window.

Experts suggest not sheathing beams and rafters, not hiding them, but using them for built-in lighting, hanging structures or fastening household appliances.

The work area requires a lot of light, so it is better to place the table near the window. If possible, it is better to increase the area of ​​window structures and install additional ones. Panoramic double-glazed windows will not only increase the light output, but will also give you the opportunity to rest your eyes and enjoy the scenery after work. Artificial light sources should be installed in the work area and as lighting around the entire perimeter of the attic.

Ventilation in the office is an important element of comfort, so skylights equipped with a ventilation system. If you plan to work in the attic all year round, then you may need to install an air conditioner. During the warm period, it will save you from the heat, since the summer sun primarily heats the roof. In the cold season, you may need a heater, fortunately, there are a great many of them on the market: infrared, electric, water, oil.

There should be a minimum of furniture in the attic office, and each element is functionally justified. As a rule, its presence is determined by the nature of the room. Desk install stationary or folding for a small area. If writing areas more than one, therefore there will be more tables. The number of chairs depends on how many workplaces are organized. The minimalist style is the best option for arranging an office or workshop in the attic, since it is characterized by rational use of space.

If the attic floor is intended for reading your favorite books, in this case a soft sofa, a floor lamp next to it, comfortable pillows, a blanket and a soft rug under your feet will do. Built-in lighting and a cup of hot tea will add comfort to the atmosphere.

To ensure silence, it is necessary to provide soundproofing of the floor. In this case, noise from below will not penetrate into the attic. Accordingly, if the workshop involves creating noise, then sound insulation will ensure comfort for the residents of the lower floor.

The color scheme of the office should not distract from concentrated work. Calm ones are appropriate pastel shades. But, of course, bright accents look better in a creative workshop.

Lighting

The source of natural light flux is window structures. If the space in the attic floor is significant, then the number of windows should be more than one. According to generally accepted standards it is considered comfortable area glazing of at least a tenth of the remaining surface of the walls of the room. The intensity can be adjusted using curtains.

In the case of a small attic with one window, designers suggest using various decorative tricks, for example, a large wall mirror will add light.

Artificial lighting is necessary in any case. Its installation depends on the functionality of the room, the arrangement of furniture, the number and shape of windows, and the architecture of the attic. Any sources are appropriate for this: chandeliers, sconces, built-in lamps, floor lamps, table and portable lamps, bedside models, modern fiber-optic lighting strands. Lighting can perform not only practical, but also decorative functions.

With the help of lighting, you can zone the space and focus attention on individual interior elements. In some cases, you can abandon the central chandelier; only lighting around the perimeter of the attic and spot rotating or stationary lamps are enough.

The choice of artificial lighting sources also depends on the style of the interior.

Beautiful examples in the interior

Before you arrange the attic floor yourself, you should consider all the options and read the reviews of people who have already carried out this process. The photo gallery will help you avoid the mistakes of others. If you have doubts about own strength, then you can, for a financial reward, turn to the services of professionals who will create an original project that takes into account all the features of a particular attic space.

The attic has a specific architecture, so it is better to think in advance about how to use beams, rafters, recesses under the roof slopes, and different wall heights. Supporters of the rational use of living space suggest that under the vaults there is a single-pitched or gable roof place various storage systems.

The interior can be made in any style at the request of the customer. Some people prefer a more natural option in country or Provence style, while others prefer minimalism or loft. Attic living rooms in the classics are elegant, prim English fireplace rooms are solid.

The staircase to the attic floor is in some way its hallway. Experts advise installing a full-size flight of stairs if there is space. This is the safest option, which will be appreciated by families with small children and elderly residents.

As a child, did you dream of a tree house where you could climb away from people and create a nest?

The girls dreamed of a house for playing mother-daughter games. The boys talk about the Viking's home, Mowgli, and the pirate's hut.

But only now you have the home of your dreams. What luck! It has an attic space. We remove all the garbage from there, improve it and process it.

With our tips, photo selection and video on its arrangement (we will post a link to the video at the end of the article), this will be quite easy to do.

Features of the attic under a gable roof

We have already described many options for transforming an attic in a private house. Therefore, we will not repeat ourselves. Let us only note that most often the owners of this multifaceted room think about how to make good use of the angles between the roof (aka ceiling and wall) and the floor.

But we also talked about this - you can at least put a small dressing room there.

There are more possibilities in a house with two slopes in different directions. Especially if the roof is high. That is, it does not rest on the ceiling, which is the floor of the room, but on the walls. Then the room will seem more spacious and roomy.

But whether the roof is hip, mansard or with gables, you can use the attic to your advantage. And it’s easier to draw projects not on whatman paper, but in one of the special applications or programs for interior design.

IN general outline We previously talked about materials, textiles, attic highlights, how to play with beams and slopes. Now I would like to dwell more specifically on such variations of the attic space - the bedroom and the nursery.

It is assumed that preparatory work on noise and waterproofing, insulation and ventilation has already been carried out.

Making a bedroom out of the attic

The bedroom is the most optimal solution for such a room. You rest in it, that is, you spend time in a horizontal position. That's why pitched roof will not interfere with a comfortable stay in the room.

It remains to finalize the design of the attic with gable roof to perfection.

• The double bed can be placed towards the window with its headboard. Look at the photo. Depending on how the roof is positioned, the bed is placed either vertical wall, or to the roof slope.

Lying in bed you can admire the stars

We wake up with the first rays of the sun

To prevent the sun from blinding your eyes through the window, curtain it with Roman or roller blinds (we wrote about their choice).

• The beds can be placed on a raised platform, which will provide space for storing books, bedding and other things.
• There are bedside tables on each side of the bed.
• Set aside the opposite side of the attic for a beauty area: a dressing table, a screen for changing clothes, a clothes rack, a chest of drawers, or make a false wall with a TV.
• And if the roof rests on the wall, then install a linear-type dressing room in this part of the attic.

If you already have a bedroom, you can make an additional guest room from the attic space. The only difference is in the placement of the beds - they are placed under the slopes along the entire roof.

Important! Remember about color scheme and its impact on the room. It seems that a bedroom with white furniture - good idea. By diluting the snow-white interior with bright accents, it won’t be boring - read the article again about using white in the interior.

Bedroom with bathroom

This option is good for oblong houses.

Part of the room is reserved for the bedroom. Since they only rest and relax under the roof, there should be enough space for a wardrobe, a bed itself, a dressing table, a bedside table.

In the second half it will be necessary to install water and sewer pipes. And the rest: choose a shower stall or bathtub, sink, toilet bowl in accordance with the size of the resulting hygienic room.

In the same way, you can make a bedroom and a study or library from an attic room. You just need to carry out other communications.

Children's room in the attic with a gable roof

Some may think that making a nursery in the attic is a rash and careless decision. But, if you took care of the safety of children and installed a good and reliable ladder, then everything is not so terrible.

Tip: in the attic you can make a children's room for two children of different sexes, using zoning using different shades.

The advantage of a children's room in the attic is that children do not need the same height of the room as adults. And the children will be happy when they get a separate room - after all, it is high up, and the stars are visible through the attic window. In addition, they adore their own secluded nooks, “halabuds”, closets - here they feel like real masters.

• Part of the room with greatest height allocated for the games area.
• Where the roof slopes down to the floor, equip various storage spaces: racks, chests, chests of drawers, cabinets.
• On the wall around the window you can hang shelves for books and a collection of dolls or cars.
• Place one or two tables near the window for homework or creative work.

Beds can be arranged in various ways:

• opposite each other under the roof slopes;
• one bed where the roof slopes, the second at the end wall;
• beds at opposite end walls;
• put a bunk bed;
• install a double bed, where the second bed moves out from under the first.

To make the room bright, it is worth replacing the attic windows of the middle or small size to big ones. And use white, light colors in the interior. And bright details: textiles, furniture fronts, chairs, shelves, lamps, will add contrast and make the room not so boring.

7 important nuances when developing an attic design

The attic is a rather specific room. Therefore, you need to carefully consider every detail.

1. Much attention should be paid to insulation and engineering work. The level of comfort in the room depends on this.
2. It is advisable to use light colors in the decoration - they add space.
3. A bright or dark interior can be overwhelming. However, an eco-style attic or loft will look appropriate if you use light colors and a smooth texture.
4. Standard furniture may not fit in size, so you will have to order it.
5. Use multi-level lighting.
6. Large panoramic windows are preferable to small ones. And you can hide from excess light behind blinds or Roman shades.
7. The room upstairs is more closed than downstairs - try not to use synthetic materials.

As children, many of us dreamed of having our own room in the attic of our house. We perceive the attic (attic) as a secluded, cozy and even a little mysterious place. It’s probably not for nothing that creative people (sculptors, artists, writers) love to set up their workshops in the attic.

Many people often use the attic as a utility room or storage room. This is the most standard and, in general, not interesting option.

Indeed, due to the attic space, you can significantly expand the living space of a house or apartment. A children's room, a billiards room, a gym, a study, a bedroom, a bathroom - all these rooms can be located in the attic and will fit well into the interior of the house as an additional floor. It all depends only on your imagination and the available space.

For comfortable access to the attic floor, compact folding or sliding stairs are often used. They are used to save space on the lower floor. But, if such a task is not worth it, then a standard, stationary with a slight slope or a spiral staircase would be an excellent option. It will also be safe for children or older people.

It makes no difference whether you are making an attic in an old attic or in an apartment under a roof; in any case, you should pay attention to some features in the repair and design of such premises. Sloping walls and windows, sloped ceilings and different heights require compliance with certain rules in the design of the attic.

Initially, the attic is a dark and gloomy room. You can change the situation by installing special skylights, which will turn it into the brightest and most illuminated room and fill it with natural light. The design of an attic, for any purpose, is closely related to the location of the windows. It is necessary to make maximum use of natural light, as well as emphasize the views from the panoramic windows.

It is important to choose the right curtains for roof windows. Due to the design features, they are made to order, for example in the form of thick roller blinds or special pleated curtains. In most interiors, such curtains are controlled remotely, which is very convenient.

Furniture to order. Most often, the attic has sloping ceilings, which makes it difficult to rationally use the space when installing wardrobes. The ideal solution would be to use cabinet furniture and sliding wardrobes, which are made to order and can have any size and shape.

Proper arrangement of furniture. In a small attic it is worth using a minimum amount of the most necessary furniture. And the correct arrangement will visually expand the room and create a feeling of free space.

In the bedroom, designers advise placing the head of the bed against a low part of the wall. This way your gaze will always be directed towards the expanding space. You can always fall asleep looking at the starry sky and wake up to the first rays of the sun of a new day if you place your bed under a sloping window.

In a children's room, the furniture should be arranged a little differently. It is recommended to place the bed along a high wall. If the height allows, then you can make a play area, and right above it make a so-called loft bed. Place low furniture for storing toys near low walls.

It is a little more difficult to arrange a bathroom or kitchen in the attic. Most likely, you cannot do without builders and designers, since it is necessary to carry out communications, as well as strengthen the floor for additional loads.

In order to emphasize the unusual shape of a window, it is not necessary to spend a lot of money and effort - it is enough to use a regular curtain (organza) and an additional cornice under the window opening. Now you can easily attach the bottom edge of a curtain or curtain to it.

The apartment in Poznań was previously an attic space. Studio Cuns has designed an interior that uses old brickwork and the wooden ceiling structures of the former attic.

The main idea was the organization of free space and the absence of large internal walls. The interior contains a Scandinavian style theme and loft style elements. The previously gloomy attic space is now filled with light, comfortable and looks modern. The kitchen, bathroom and small dining room fit seamlessly into the interior, thanks to the almost complete absence of walls and neutral colors.

What could be more romantic than personal space “under the roof of your house”? Owners of buildings in the private sector often decide to improve attic spaces. Attic bedroom design due to the special configuration of the upper level of the building, where the roof slope is also an inclined wall of the living room. This makes the task more difficult for beginners, but inspires designers and specialists from small firms who specialize in arranging additional square meters under a sloped roof.

Almost every house has an attic or attic.

What should it be bedroom design with attic ceiling ? The space under the roof can be used rationally if full-fledged housing is equipped there. The main problem is that you often have to climb the stairs, and the attic itself needs radical transformation and insulation.

This room may become the most loved and needed by the residents of the house.

Personal space under the roof is readily inhabited by young people - they appear extra room with dressing room and corner for computer games. Young couples who want privacy from the rest of the household willingly settle down under the roof. Sometimes it's well-maintained bedroom interior mansard type, used only in summer time. Schoolchildren will be happy to live in it, especially if you equip an entire playroom with beds.

Functionality can vary depending on the lifestyle and age of the residents. It could be Personal Area, football fans' living room, billiard room, library or home cinema - take care to ensure silence in adjacent rooms when you insulate the floors and walls.

It is a great happiness to live in a private house. This is both fresh air and absolute freedom actions.

Most often, the attic is a fairly spacious room, but sloping and broken walls dictate their own rules. It must be taken into account that the rain literally “drums” on the glass. Therefore, double glazed windows with sufficient sound insulation are more appropriate. But it happens that there are no windows at all; they can be replaced with false windows with lighting and curtains to make the appearance attic bedroom interior turned out more organic.

Important! Today, specialized companies produce roof windows equipped with convenient system locks to make it more convenient to ventilate the room. They are offered with matching curtains, which are also attached at the bottom.

Bedroom interior with mansard roof requires a thoughtful approach.

Working on housing with an unusual configuration is a favorite pastime for architects and designers. This unlimited possibilities for implementation creative ideas, where it’s easier to realize the bedroom of your dreams.

A cozy attic bedroom is a rarity in our Russian-speaking space, but the idea is far from new in Europe, Asia and the USA. The word “attic” is of French origin, since the idea of ​​the architect Francois Mansart (the use of rooms under a roof with a broken ceiling) has been worthy of embodiment since the 17th century. In the Russian mansion this has long been called the upper room.

An idea periodically fades into the background and is forgotten, then returns again with a new solution.

Industrialization and a shortage of housing in the mid-twentieth century led to a revival of fashion for bedroom design with attic roof. Anyone can live upstairs, but it is important that the staircase does not go into private rooms, but only into the common area.

Additional space is often used as a spacious living room if there is no room for it below.

The converted room may have a special purpose - a secret room. Relatives and strangers do not know about her. The entrance is made from the internal or external staircase. Sometimes there is an emergency exit from a “regular attic” or small balcony. A triangular room can be converted into a cubic one by reducing its area. Behind a mirror or a large picture it is easy to hide a secret door to a safe in a small niche behind the wall.

Depending on the degree of roof slope, the attic floor can be equipped for different purposes.

Advantages and disadvantages

The atmosphere of a lived-in room under the roof is conducive to relaxation and rest, so any option bedroom design on the attic floor will be acceptable. This is not just an extra bedroom, but also a special room after a wonderful transformation with many advantages:

This room is ideally created for a bedroom, small, cozy, warm, with windows onto the starry sky.

• The space under the roof is used with the greatest benefit for residents;
• More usable area in the house;
• Attic bedroom design, the size of rooms and their functionality can be easily changed using zoning techniques;
• Under a common roof it is easier to arrange an isolated space with a personal bathroom, toilet, computer desk, fireplace and cooking unit;
• A four-poster bed and sloping walls decorated with textiles look very romantic;
• An unusual view through the attic windows - for those who like to look at the night sky right in bed;
• The shape of the sloping roof itself suggests methods for delimiting the room into several functional zones;

The result will be a quiet, romantic corner in the house.

• Attic – perfect place, where it is convenient to store rarely used items ( seasonal clothes, library or retro furniture passed down by inheritance);
• Possibility of using finishing that does not fit into the stylistic design of the lower floors of the house;
• The auxiliary room accepts finishing materials from a low price niche and items DIY bedroom decor;
• Bedroom under the roof – great options to choose from stylistic decision;
• Natural wood used for beams and insulation of a modernized attic - excellent cladding and excellent decor for attic bedroom design wooden house;
• A spacious, insulated attic with a fireplace (its imitation) is a cozy, secluded place in the house where it is comfortable to communicate with your closest people.

By choosing a specific style for your bedroom design, you can make your most cherished desires come true.

Nothing is perfect, and a converted attic has its drawbacks:

• The need for radical sound insulation and insulation, protection from temperature fluctuations and waterproofing;
• Choice of finishes for country house bedroom interior closely tied to the configuration of the attic bedroom;
• Difficult choice furniture - sofas and beds with low backs or triangular headboards;
• Often you have to remake existing furniture or place an individual order;
• A large space under the roof of a large house looks “empty”, so it is difficult to arrange it without the help of specialists or a full division into rooms, and all will be walkable;
• Dormer windows are noisier than ordinary ones - rain and hail literally “bombs” the inclined surface, a large layer of snow can block the window vents for a long time.

There are a variety of styles, and depending on the interior of the house, you can create a masterpiece of an attic bedroom.

All these points are important to consider before purchasing building materials and equipment. for the interior of a bedroom in the attic.

How does the type of roof affect the layout?

The shape of the roof determines the internal appearance of the living space under the roof. In a city apartment, the space has the shape of a cube or parallelogram with a flat ceiling. In an attic space this shape is very rare; rather, it looks like a trapezoid or its truncated part. Here the location of the walls is at an angle relative to the floor, like in the photo there is a bedroom on the attic floor (typical interior).

A non-standard volume of space requires a special approach to planning the arrangement of furniture and effective zoning.

Roof shape.

Advice . The plasma panel can be hung at any point on the ceiling, the main thing is a comfortable distance for eye level when looking at the bed or sofa.

Finishing and insulation

The microclimate of the attic should be comfortable for life. All necessary equipment and communications must be taken care of to ensure:

• Multilayer roof sheathing on both sides using the “sandwich” principle to provide insulation;
• Conditioning;
• Ventilation and air purification;
• Waterproofing;
• Protection against fungi and mold (vapor barrier).

If this is a converted attic, you should not install ordinary windows; it is better to immediately rely on attic double-glazed windows, which will be immediately installed by a specialized company.

For their design, special pleated curtains or blinds, fixed at the top and bottom, are suitable, but they should not interfere with ventilation.

The attic space is insulated by spraying polystyrene foam or mineral wool, then covered with plywood or gypsum board. If there is no steam heating from radiators in the attics, make a “warm floor” system with a Nexans heating cable plus a fireplace or install an electric heater.

The need to take into account the height of the room forces us to replace some large interior details with more compact sizes.

Think about how you will insulate the floor; the easiest way is to pour expanded clay with sawdust over the joists. Experts recommend laying a laminate on top of the substrate - this is the best option for general insulation of the house from the ceiling side of the lower floor. Choose an option for natural wood of your preferred shade and texture.

Upon completion of insulation and installation of communications, consider finishing. At the same time, keep in mind that sheathing with clapboard, plasterboard or composite panels is additional thermal insulation.

Imitation natural materials harmonizes perfectly with the interior of the attic bedroom.

For finishing cladding can choose:

• Painting;
• Wallpaper (paper, vinyl, veneered, fiberglass or non-woven for painting);
• Textured plaster.

The ceiling can be left with wooden beams, if it does not distort the style attic bedroom design . When you try to give the ceilings a “classical” horizontal, the volume of the home is significantly reduced. The sharp corner under the ridge can be filled with brackets for hanging ceiling lights.

First you should put necessary furniture for the bedroom, and later, if living space allows, add other interior details.

Zoning

Small attic design does not require additional distribution of footage. When the “upper room” is large, it is better to divide it into several functional zones. If the entire space will be occupied by one person, there is no point in making walls or partitions.

In order not to run up the stairs, it is better to make your own bathroom on this floor.

When dividing into several functional zones, you can divide them in different ways:

• Lightweight translucent textile;
• Sliding metal “accordions”;
• Glass partitions;
• Sides;
• Arches.

Often many people choose eco-style, natural wood material.

The steep slope creates inconvenience, and every centimeter of vertical surface is used rationally. The hardest thing in attic bedroom design with an arrangement of cabinet furniture, a bed and a computer desk. But you can approach the problem creatively, and in each functional corner use an unusual arrangement.

The spacious “upper room” has plenty of space for a children’s bedroom, where two children can rest and stay awake. The attic is zoned for them:

• Under the play corner;
• Study area;
• Bedroom;
• dressing room;
• Home cinema.

If desired, you can choose the usual classic wallpaper, which also adds beauty and comfort to the room.

Podium-type beds or roll-out sleeping surfaces are also appropriate. Children's sofas with drawers, low bookcases and racks and chests of drawers, which are placed end to end and used as a partition, will fit well into the interior. Two-level children's complexes with a compartment bed are acceptable if there is enough space for them.

For married couple the attic can be easily converted into a bedroom combined with a living room, a craft room or an office.

Some people like spacious rooms with aquariums and exotic plants, but they must have enough light.

A specific room requires a balanced, thoughtful approach to the arrangement of artificial and natural lighting. To do this, you should not save on window area and lighting power. Insulation often contains fire hazardous materials; it is advisable to treat the wood with special mixtures and update the wiring, if any. It is better not to use a distribution box, only a circuit breaker. Entrust this part of the landscaping to a specialized company.

The bedroom is a place for relaxation, peace, tranquility, a place where nothing should excite the brain and interfere with sleep.

Choosing a style for the attic interior

Interior design of an attic bedroom must be comfortable for the owners of the house or acceptable for its sole owner. Some people like modern urban styles, others like rustic or classic ones.

To calm the nervous system, warm, soft colors are suitable for the bedroom: beige, blue, pale pink, mint, peach.

1.	Minimalism	Suitable for transforming an attic of any size, simple shapes, straight lines, a minimum of decor and functional pieces of furniture.
2.	Provincial England style	Conservative cozy interior with predominance wood paneling. Suitable for the interior of a “gentleman’s” bedroom next to the billiard room.
3.	Country (generalized)	Rustic style, suitable for a country house with windows overlooking the garden or field. Simple colorful textiles, ceramics and hand-made products.
4.	Classic	Suitable for a spacious square-shaped room, symmetrical planning, pastel shades, antique furniture or traditional shapes.
5.	Provence	A type of country with a characteristic French chic. Textiles with ruffles and folds, a canopy over the bed, paintings with lavender fields.
6.	Loft and other urban styles	Brickwork without plaster, concrete panels and walls, open pipes and corrugations from the hood - character traits transformation of a non-residential floor.
7.	European ethno styles	Mediterranean, Scandinavian, Swiss chalet (mountain house) or Italian chic - all have features characteristic of their nationality.
8.	Romanticism	The best solution for a marital bedchamber ( delicate shades, floral prints and colors of bed linen, carved or forged bed).

Remember, dark colors for the bedroom will reduce its space, and choosing light shades will visually increase it.

You can also choose an average modern or emphasized ecological style, neoclassical or postmodern. The main thing is to avoid crude eclecticism and inappropriate decor. Color solution and furniture are secondary, they are subject to stylistic specifics. It is important to skillfully convert your attic for your enjoyment. interior of attic bedroom many years. Better examples are in the photo gallery.

VIDEO: Attic bedroom design.

Does a private house have an attic? Don't clutter it with unnecessary things. It is better to turn it into a beautiful and cozy room.

But what will happen there ( living room, gym or something else), your imagination will tell you.

We offer several ideas for attic design. Our photo gallery of the interior of this attic space will show how they can be implemented.

By the way, we have material about the design of an attic with a gable roof. If this is your case, we suggest you follow the link and familiarize yourself.

And so, a list of premises for which an attic can be decorated or equipped.

• Bedroom.
• Children's room or playroom.
• Gym.
• Office for the spouse.
• Bathroom.
• Workshop for the housewife.
• Library.
• Rest zone.
• Billiard room.
• Room for receiving guests.

You can even equip an observatory in the attic. You just need to make a glass ceiling or install huge skylights. It all depends on financial capabilities and imagination.

Requirements for the attic

Drawing the interior of the attic in country house, do not forget about the requirements.

• Soundproofing. Without it, the whisper of the wind, the sound of rain, and the roar of cars passing by will be heard in the room. Soundproofing work needs to be given attention.
• Insulation. It will be a living room or a library, it should be warm. And in the summer it should be cool. Therefore, both ventilation and thermal insulation are very important.
• Daylight. There is either too much sunlight or not enough. It all depends on where the attic window looks. In the first case, curtains will help, which are also very specifically attached to the windows. In the second case, you will need lamps and floor lamps.
• Window . You shouldn’t make them too small, otherwise the room will be gloomy.
• Beams and slopes. If you hide them behind plasterboard structures, the room will become miniature and all the charm will be lost. It’s better to think through the design of the attic in such a way as to beat these sloping walls.

We won’t tell you what style to choose for decorating the attic. There are many of them: classic and Provence, high-tech and art deco, country, maritime, eclectic and others. Let's talk about decoration, lighting, walls, ceiling, windows.

Dormer windows

This is the most important element attics. They can be on the roof (sloping) and on the gable (vertical). The first variety is much more common.

If possible, you can install large panoramic windows.

The larger the windows, the more sunlight enters the room. Of course, this depends on both the season and the time of day - the higher the sun is above the horizon, the brighter the room will be.

There are windows, they need “clothing”. These can be blinds, Roman blinds, Japanese and others in the same laconic style.

To prevent the curtain from dangling, it is stretched along the entire length of the window and secured not only from above, but also from below. Or use a crossbar installed across the window.

Finishing materials

The attic a priori cannot be as spacious, with high ceilings like the rooms on the first floor. It happens, but this is the exception.

Therefore, finishing materials should be chosen that are “breathable”, environmentally friendly and non-toxic.

• Wallpaper.
• Plaster.
• Water-based paint.
• Wooden lining or panels.
• Drywall or mineral fiber sheets.

It is important to consider the weight of finishing materials - they should not create a large load on the floor or roofing system.

Important! Fabric sheets, suspended ceilings, stone, plastic, Oil paint- all these materials are beautiful, but they are not suitable for finishing the attic, except for decorative elements.

The walls of the attic are, in fact, its ceiling. Therefore, it is worth choosing materials carefully.

If this does not contradict the design style, beams and rafters can be left uncovered. It will turn out original and cozy.

Wooden parquet or laminate is laid on the attic floor. The use of linoleum and tiles is justified when there is a bathroom or kitchen in the attic.

Color variations

In the interior of the attic, a plain background or one with a print, light or dark colors will look equally good.

Everything again depends on the chosen style.

• Provence prefers light shades.
• Loft, classic, country style gravitates towards muted shades of brown.
• Minimalism, art deco, hi-tech - this is monochrome. Black and white tones diluted with colored splashes.

There are unspoken rules.

If the walls are patterned, then the floor is made plain. Wallpapers with prints should be alternated with plain ones.

In addition, in a small room large patterns will look ridiculous and unprofitable, and in a gloomy room - dark walls. You need to play with color to balance the interior.

The most optimal colors for finishing the attic:

• coffee with milk;
• grey;
• pink;
• pearl;
• beige;
• mint;
• Ivory;
• sand;
• chocolate;
• sky blue.

Of course, they need to be diluted. Then at any time of the day the room will look advantageous.

Disadvantages to advantages

The design of an attic in a private house is quite complex due to the dramatic difference in height. If the arrangement of furniture, decorative elements, choice of finishes, and colors is incorrect, the room can “put pressure” on those present.

Some secrets will help you avoid this.

• Tall objects will visually make the room taller.
• Paintings, photos placed vertically, tall ones will cope with this task. indoor flowers, floor lamp, vertical stripes.
• Playing with color and light will allow you to adjust the space. You can make the ceiling a little darker or cover the sloping walls and cabinets with the same wallpaper as the gables.
• Mirrors and glass surfaces will reflect and multiply light.

Not all furniture is suitable for the attic - there is simply nowhere to put it there.

Follow these tips:

• The center of the room, where the height is greatest, should remain free.
• A bed, chair, ottoman can be placed at the edges or in the corner.
• The lowest place is not a “dead zone”. Low furniture, a rack for storing things and small items, and a hiding place will fit here.
• If the attic is residential, then on the side front door you can make a wardrobe. You don’t need a closet, just hang a trampoline bar, make shelves and fence everything off with a screen or curtain.
• The front wall can be turned into bookshelf, make it into a kind of home library.

It is advisable to choose multifunctional furniture: a bed with drawers, a chair-bed, a work desk on wheels, a closet that turns into a work area, a dressing table that also serves as a coffee table, etc.

The attic space is small in area and volume, but you can develop such an attic design in a country house to turn it into one more or even two full-fledged living spaces. And there is no need to build a second floor.

Other photos of the attic