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Dormer Bungalow Ideas: How to Maximise Space and Value

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With the right dormer bungalow ideas to hand, a dated property can be brought to life. Dormer bungalows have a lot to offer — a large, accessible ground floor, with bedrooms, tucked under the eaves, providing additional accommodation on the floor above. They also often provide plenty of potential for those looking to create a 21st-century home.

The possibilities for extending to the side, and to the rear are usually in abundance, thanks to their healthy plot sizes. As many dormer bungalows were built in the 1960s and 1970s, they don’t require the level of renovation that an older property often needs either. What’s more, they typically offer large windows and generous room sizes. 

If you’re renovating or extending a dormer bungalow, or building one from scratch, take a look at the ideas below from real-life projects. While some of ideas can be applied to any type of bungalow design, we will be looking at the possibilities of the ‘rooms-in-the-roof’ created using dormer windows.  

What is a Dormer Bungalow?

A dormer bungalow is often known as a a one-and-a-half storey home, or a chalet bungalow. These are properties with the living spaces on the ground floor with additional living space positioned in the eaves, with sloping ceilings, dormer windows and often limited floor space. 

Usually featuring vaulted ceilings, bedrooms and bathrooms on the first floor often need some consideration in dormer bungalows. 

(Image credit: Paul Leach Photography c/o Transform Architects)

1. Add a Long Dormer to Maximise Head Height

(Image credit: York Builder c/o Transform Architects)

Although many existing dormers to bungalow are the width of a regular window, using bungalow extension ideas for a space in the loft which creates a continuous length of usable roof height will be a more practical and eye-catching option. 

It also provides the opportunity to get creative with glazing, as demonstrated by this dormer bungalow transformed by Transform Architects .  

Most dormer bungalow extensions will fall under Permitted Development, but you’ll need to check with your local planning department before making any structural changes. 

“It is worth noting that Permitted Development is quite restrictive from a design perspective, however, rather strangely, you can sometimes achieve more under Permitted Development than would be granted through planning permission,” suggests architect Will Dewar. 

2. Extend a Dormer Bungalow to the Rear

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Building an extension to the back of a bungalow is a popular route to add more floorspace — as is enlarging the loft room space with a two-storey extension. 

This once-dated bungalow was revolutionised by a scheme which opened up the living spaces to the garden – thanks to large sliding doors – as well as a flat-roofed dormer extension to add a full-height bedroom. The bungalow interior design has also been given a complete overhaul.

3. Open out a Dormer Bungalow to the Garden

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Maximising the connection between the house and the garden while planning a bungalow renovation can be a great way of increasing the feeling of space within a dormer bungalow.  Be it with a picture window, bifold doors or frameless glazing, framing a view in each of the rooms will make the floorplan feel larger. 

This open-plan living, kitchen and dining area features new aluminium windows powder-coated in a black to contrast with the pale Scandi-inspired interior design. The different formats of the floor-to-ceiling windows along the back wall provide different perspectives towards the garden and trick they eye into believing the ceiling-height is taller. 

(Image credit: Simon Burt)

While dormers are already blessed with at least one room situated in the eaves, adding a bungalow loft conversion or extension will provide full-height spaces. 

“The biggest problem with the dormer bungalow is generally the ceiling height on the first floor,” comments Martin Bell. “They often don’t have enough height between the first and second floors, meaning you won’t be able to stand up straight in them. This can be quite restrictive and will affect your ability to furnish these rooms properly. ” 

Options include taking off the original roof and building a new, taller space for bedrooms and bathrooms, or, if a more hand-off route is more enticing, a modular loft conversion means that new rooms in the roof are prefabricated off-site and the  craned into place. 

(Image credit: Simon Burt)

We often consider dormer bungalow to be pre-existing from the 1960s, but many self builders are choosing the create their own homes using this style as a basis. 

“Don’t forget the way in which these homes nestle into their surroundings either,” advises Natasha Brinsmead. “This not only often pleases planners, but also seems to embed them cosily into their settings, giving their inhabitants a sense of being cosseted.” 

The self builders behind this project used the opportunity to create an accessible and energy efficient new home.

6. Reconfigure the Interiors of a Dormer Bungalow

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If a sociable and light living space is a priority for your lifestyle, dormer bungalows are a great to experiment with new open- or broken-plan layouts.  However, before you get the sledgehammer out to knock down internal walls there are a few things to consider.

Martin Bell, managing director of Transform Architects warns: “The walls are generally all load bearing and will require secondary steelwork to support if removed.”

Before knocking through every internal wall you come across, first think about grouping together day-to-day functions and purposes and how you interact with different rooms at different times. 

While an open plan kitchen, living and dining space was all the rage a few years ago, many homeowners are opting for a kitchen with a dining area (perhaps with a sofa included) and a separate living room. This provides for morning breakfasts and dinner socialising, but removes smells of food and views to the dishes when you want to wind down in the evening.

An alternative option is to have a seating area downstairs, and a smaller snug in a dormer room upstairs.

7. Extend Upwards with a New Second Storey

(Image credit: David Butler c/o Concept Eight Architects)

Completely starting again with the first floor spaces is a tempting idea — many dormer bungalows are limited on useable space.

Removing the roof and adding a second storey to a bungalow will provide rooms which aren’t restricted while, of course, essentially doubling the floorplan. 

This stunning bungalow extension actually added two storeys to the original design, with a master bedroom in the eaves of the third floor. 

8. Give a Dormer Bungalow an Exterior Makeover

(Image credit: Simon Maxwell)

One thing which often turn perspective buyers away from dormer bungalows are their dated appearances. However, this can be easily remedied by an exterior makeover and new house cladding. 

Creating a new look for a dormer bungalow design will also create potential for improving energy efficiency by adding external wall insulation before the cladding. 

“Externally it is really important to balance the internal space gained against the visual impact of the dormer,” explains Will Dewar, of Sketch Architects and designer of this bungalow renovation and dormer extension. “For example, two smaller dormers will usually have less impact externally than one large dormer, and the space lost internally may not be required.  

“Maximising the size of the windows will also reduce the visual bulk, but it is important to think about the potential for overheating with large amounts of south facing glazing — the use of solar control glass or louvres can reduce this. 

“Glazing at the triangular ends of dormers is also a neat way of reducing the visual impact in some scenarios.”

9. Get Smart with Dormer Bedroom Storage

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If you’re either building a new dormer bungalow or are renovating an existing property, the best suggestion anyone will make is to seriously consider storage and how spaces can best serve your lifestyle. 

Under the eaves spaces are often wasted so there are some fantastic solutions to these areas, although many houses may require a bespoke design to compensate for the lack of wardrobes and so on. 

This fantastic children’s room has a hidden half-height wardrobes in the tongue-and-groove clad walls. Also note the storage opportunities presented by the window seat.

10. Reconfigure a Dormer Bungalow for Accessibility

(Image credit: Paul Leach Photography c/o Transform Architects)

Dormer bungalow are a great option for those with accessibility concerns as their layouts can be adapted and reorganised to suit larger doorways and other features of lifetime homes. 

“The removal of walls and internal doors for an open-plan layout also makes single storey homes easier to navigate for anyone with mobility issues, particularly those who use wheelchairs or mobility scooters,” advises architect and specialist in designing accessible homes, Martin Bell of Transform Architects. “You may also want to consider removing any steps or thresholds in order to improve accessibility further.

“The addition of a through floor lift could be considered,” adds Martin Bell. “This is installed in the main living area, allowing access to the first floor via a small platform which lifts up when required. It can be used by both occupants and visitors and often blends into the interior design. “

11. Think Strategically About Bathrooms in Dormer Spaces

(Image credit: Davide Lovatti)

Many modern lifestyles aren’t suited to having bedrooms upstairs and the bathroom downstairs so if a new family bathroom or en suite is on the cards during a dormer extension or renovation, plan the layout carefully. 

The nature of the sloping vaulted ceilings means a shower is best placed towards the centre of a house layout, at the apex of the peak, while baths and toilets can be positioned where headroom is less of an issue. 

Beware of limiting space for getting changed and dried after coming out of the shower and the banged elbows it may cause. Consider if a bath is strictly necessary (will great shower room ideas suffice?) or if a toilet with a vanity is all that is required by the bedrooms. 

How Do You Extend a Dormer Bungalow? 

There are many options for extending a dormer bungalow, including adding a rear extension, a two-storey extension or wrap-around extension. Extending the roof, perhaps with the addition of larger dormers, to create more usable space on the first floor is also a popular option. 

“Dormer bungalow extensions offer the potential to create additional space in the roof space and are a more cost-effective way to extend your home than extending on the ground,” says Martin Bell of Transform Architects. 

“It may be easier to gain planning permission for the additional space if you are using Permitted Development with dormers. This is a good option if you have limited space in your garden and you wish to maintain it. A loft conversion is also much less disruptive than having builders in your garden for weeks or months at a time.” 

“If you do not have enough headroom internally, and the roof’s ridge needs to be raised, then you will need to gain planning permission,” says Will Dewar. “The local council should have guidance as to what they would usually deem to be acceptable. This will either be in the local plan, or they may have a supplementary planning document (SPD) relating to residential extensions in particular. “

“It is important to note that not all bungalows can be made into dormer or chalet bungalows,” advises Will Dewar, director of Sketch Architects. “Firstly it is important to check if there are any legal covenants or restrictions stopping development of the property or the conversion of the roof.

“The second item to check is the current height in the loft space. If the ridge is not going to be raised then there needs to be enough height under the ridge internally to allow for sensible standing headroom, once all insulation etc has been installed.

“In a lot of cases, it may be easier to remove the roof entirely and rebuild it, but again unless you are able to push the roof higher, then adequate internal height is essential.

“Thirdly, local planning restrictions and the impact on neighbours needs to be thoroughly checked, it is usually best to consult an architect or design professional.

“If the ridge of the bungalow needs to be raised then you will need to go through the planning process. If however you have enough internal head height then it may be possible to use the permitted development route. If Permitted Development rights are used however, it is crucial to understand the key constraints — volume, materials, design and the use of obscured glass on side elevations, to name a few.”

Assistant Editor Amy began working for Homebuilding & Renovating in 2018. She has an interest in sustainable building methods and always has her eye on the latest design ideas. Amy has interviewed countless self builders, renovators and extenders about their experiences for Homebuilding & Renovating magazine. She is currently renovating a mid-century home, together with her partner, on a DIY basis, and has recently fitted her own kitchen.

9 seriously IMPRESSIVE dormer bungalow extensions

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Dormer bungalow extension ideas – IMAGE: ExpressBifolds

Bungalows are super versatile houses. The single storey dwellings suit many different lifestyles but more importantly they are very transformable and bungalow renovations are among our favourite to support with and follow. Dormer extensions for bungalows are a particularly easy way to double the size of the house with minimal structural intervention. 

To help you visualise your future bungalow dormer extension, we have put a list of the 9 most impressive bungalow extensions to convince you how great loft conversions with dormer ideas can be! And if you’re new to renovating, don’t leave our website without getting started on our free Survivor’s Guide to Renovating. We’ve supported thousands of newbie renovators with budgeting, hiring the right contractors and so much more!

Balcony in dormer bungalow ideas – IMAGE: livinspacearchitects

1. Add a balcony

A dormer extension offers an excellent opportunity to create extra outdoor space. Adding a balcony will give an extra protected outdoor space for rainy days.

One continuous bungalow dormer extension – IMAGE: Metos Design & Build

2. Design one continuous bungalow dormer

This simple design is a contemporary spin on the traditional dormer extension. The continuous dormer allows for generously sized rooms inside full of light.

Dormer bungalow ideas for views – IMAGE: Studiosda

3. Open up to the views

Situated on a hill, this low bungalow wasn’t making the most of the views. The dormer extensions have been carefully positioned to give the new rooms the best view possible whilst keeping with the style of the house.

Match dormer bungalow – IMAGE: studiosda

4. Match the new dormers with the facade

If your bungalow is in a conservation area or is historically significant, you might be required to match your dormer extension with the rest of your facade. This will give your design a sense of unity.  This example situated in a green belt matches perfectly the timber of the facade to the new dormers.

New roof in dormer bungalow ideas – IMAGE: buildit

5. Get a completely new roof

A dormer extension and loft conversion can sometimes require a complete roof re-do or upgrade in order to make structural changes or thermal improvements. This bungalow benefited from a complete makeover and opted for a fancy zinc roof.

Original architectural features in dormer bungalow ideas – IMAGE: @30s_bungalow

6. Keep the original architectural features

Dormer extensions often go hand in hand with a roof renovation and retiling. As you transform some parts of your house, don’t forget to maintain the historical and interesting features that made you fall in love with your house in the first place.

Large front door in dormer bungalow – IMAGE: passivehouseplus

7. Enhance your front door

This Irish 1970s bungalow went through a complete makeover when it undertook thermal improvements. The metal cladded dormers give the aged design a contemporary feel. The front door entrance is also clearly enhanced and celebrated making it a nice architectural feature.

Symmetrical dormer bungalow ideas – IMAGE: ExpressBifolds

8. Play with symmetry

You can never go wrong with a symmetrical design. Place your dormer in the middle of your bungalow to create a very satisfying classical facade.

Maximum light in dormer extension – image: transformarchitects

9. Maximise light

Dormer extensions are an excellent way to bring light into your home. Full height windows will give your house a modern feel whilst bringing much needed light.

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Building a Dormer Bungalow vs Two Storey House

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Is a one-and-a-half storey property better value than a two-storey?The Build It Estimating Service’s Adrian Wild explores the cost difference between these two building design options

by Adrian Wild

29th November 2019

Some self builders – and planning departments – are keen on the look of one-and-a-half storey houses.

Sometimes referred to as storey-and-a-half or chalet/dormer bungalows, as the names imply, these properties feature rooms positioned between the ceiling of the first storey and the roofline, without full-height walls on the upper level. The second storey benefits from either dormers, rooflights or gable ends with windows.

As this is a popular design, we’re comparing the price of what it would cost to build a one-and-a-half storey in comparison to a full two-storey house. Each hypothetical property that we’re costing up has an 150m2 internal floor area. But before we get stuck in to figures, let’s take a look at the pros and cons of a one-and-a-half-storey home.

Reasons to build a dormer bungalow

Planners often prefer a one-and-a-half-storey design because they are less physically imposing than a two-storey building. They are often considered a better fit for rural settings or on plots among bungalows.

From an aesthetic standpoint, the external structure of a one-and-a-half-storey building can add character. Whether that’s the greater roof-to-wall ratio, attractive dormers or a windowed gable end. So, for a one-off self build dwelling this design could make the end result more saleable.

The internal vaulted space upstairs offers something a little out of the ordinary, so is popular with homeowners looking to create a statement area, such as a master bedroom suite.

Timber frame dormer bungalow

Mark and Sheila Hemingway have self built a four-bedroom Potton home in Northamptonshire.

The couple faced strict planning guidelines for the look of their property and have ended up with a contemporary cottage style. The house is 195m2 and the build cost came in at £298,650 – 5% over budget.

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“I appointed the subcontractors,” says Mark. “I also carried out some tasks myself, such as clearing away materials, minor joinery and preparations for the first fix electrical work – basically anything I thought I could do without getting in the way of the professionals. ”

Element Cost m2 Cost % Cost
Professional fees £105 7% £20,500
Insurances £14 1% £2,650
Groundworks £272 18% £53,000
Timer frame £415 27% £81,000
External structure £287 19% £56,000
Internals £192 12% £37,500
Heating & ventilation system £144 9% £28,000
Finishes and fittings £103 7% £20,000
£298,650

For some self builders, the idea of having a larger living space on the ground floor can be appealing.

Homeowners keen to avoid climbing stairs can have their master bedroom on the enlarged ground floor, with guest bedrooms upstairs for when family or friends stay over.

The negatives of dormer bungalows

As with most loft conversions, you will have sloped ceilings on the upper storey. The walls upstairs could reach only 4ft or lower before sloping, so you need to think around the practicalities of that because headroom and storage opportunities can be compromised.

If you’re considering a one-and-a-half-storey design over a bungalow, then be aware you’ll need to make room for the staircase, which will eat into the living space downstairs.

With upstairs rooms positioned into the roof and fewer outside walls for windows, lighting can be reduced unless sufficient lighting is added into the roof or dormers are built.

Scottish cottage self build

Liberty and Hamish Martin were inspired by traditional, local styles for their self build just outside of Edinburgh.

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“I wanted a typical Scottish cottage that would look like it had been extended to one-and-a-half storeys with dormer windows,” says Liberty. “It would be a period-style new build home that would blend with the Lothian vernacular architecture.”

The property is 235m2 and cost £372,995 to build, which comes in at £1,587 per m2.

Element Cost m2 Cost % Cost
Fees (architect, planning & building warrant) £75 5% £17,500
Contractor’s preliminaries £149 9% £35,000
Site clearance & groundworks £20 1% £4,750
Foundations & substructure £109 7% £25,601
Timber kit (including walls, particians, floor & roof) £532 34% £125,000
Wall finishes £69 4% £16,196
Windows £92 6% £21,696
Joinery & fittings £95 6% £22,411
Plumbing & heating (incl. kitchen & bathrooms) £271 17% £63,700
Electrics £71 4% £16,631
Decorating £32 2% £7,500
Landscaping & external works £72 5% £17,010
£372,995

The upstairs will be smaller than the ground floor. This is probably the single biggest differentiating factor between the two. When you calculate the saleable cost, you need to consider the useable area of the upper floor.

The cost of a 1.5 storey house vs 2 storey house

To make a fair comparison of a one-and-a-half-storey home with a two-storey, both are 150m2 with four bedrooms, one bathroom, one ensuite, one cloakroom, kitchen, dining room and lounge. We have assumed a builder’s mark-up (profit) of 30%.

The costs on the left include all aspects of the building fabric – plastering and decoration, plumbing and electrics, kitchen and bathroom fit out. The design is based on rendered block cavity walls, softwood windows and doors, as well as fibre cement slate roofing.

Price comparison: 1.5 Storey vs 2 Storey

1.5 STOREY 2 STOREY
Elements Total cost % Total cost %
Site set up & scaffolding £29,162 12% £30,980 13%
Foundations & footings £13,489 5% £11,552 5%
Oversite & slabbing £17,432 7% £14,688 6%
Masonry shell £30,316 12% £43,044 18%
First floor joists n/a n/a £3,276 1%
Roof structure £23,065 10% £12,280 5%
Roof tiling £18,945 8% £14,261 6%
First fix £23,504 10% £16,007 6%
Windows & doors £27,961 11% £27,941 12%
Plastering & rendering £20,695 8% £25,922 11%
Second fix £11,650 5% £12,094 5%
Decoration £6,676 3% £7,543 3%
Kitchen fit out £13,000 5% £13,000 5%
Landscaping £10,400 4% £10,400 4%
Completion £1,754 <1% £1,763 <1%
Grand total incl. profit £248,049 £244,751

Allowances have been made for scaffolding, site set up and cleaning up fees. Internal flooring, planning prices and fees are not included.

A separate allowance for drainage, landscaping and other external works have been made as these are site specific.

Conclusion

As we have set out to achieve the same m2 in both houses, we’ve had to increase the building footprint of the one-and-a-half-storey. This means we’ve been able to maintain the same internal floor space due to the loss of upstairs floor area at the eaves. Useable floor space has been defined as sloping ceilings with more than or equal to 1.2m head height.

This has left side voids of 28.6m2, 60% of which could be used for storage. This has increased the size and cost of the foundations, slab and downstairs external walls, cancelling out much of the savings accrued by not building upper floor external walls in the one-and-a-half-storey house.

Plus there are the costs of the dormers and the rooflights.

These reasons have meant that the one-and-a-half-storey in this example is more expensive to build than the two-storey, albeit marginally. So it suggests that the dormer bungalow isn’t going to save you cash. But then for most, it’s more about easy living and interesting design.

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29th November 2019

14 Bungalow Style House Exterior Designs

Brick&batten has had the privilege of designing many a bungalow style house, common in the midwestern and western United States. We’ve put together a list of our favorites, in different locations and with design ideas to inspire you.

If you have a bungalow style home and are looking for new paint color ideas or modern exterior updates, our designers can help you achieve the curb appeal of your dreams. Get started with our virtual exterior design services today!

What is a bungalow style house?

A bungalow style house is either one story or has a second story built into a sloped roof, typically with dormer windows. This style of home started appearing in the United States in the early 1900s. Bungalows are most commonly associated, in America, with the Arts and Crafts design era. However, other homes, like beach cottages, are also considered bungalows. Due to their small size, bungalow houses were originally built as vacation or second homes, but the approachable style became popular during the midwest housing boom through the 1930s.

Bungalows Around the World

The term bungalow is derived from the Hindi word bangla, which means ‘belonging to Bengal’ and refers to a type of cottage built for early European settlers in Bengal. Around the world, bungalow style homes are popular but often carry different meanings. In Singapore, Malaysia, and South Africa, for example, bungalow is a term used interchangeably with ‘single-family home.’ These homes are often large and owned by wealthy families. By contrast, in the United States, much of Europe, and Australia, bungalow refers to a particular style of home and is usually much smaller.

#1 // Traditional Bungalow

This adorable bungalow received an upgrade in James Hardie siding painted white with black trim. The extended wide porch laid with flagstone makes the home feel more inviting and open. The combination of materials adds to the bungalow’s natural feel.

#2 // Bungalow with Second Story Porch

Many bungalows have a second story or a half story or loft, but it’s rare to have a second-story porch. This unique detail gives the home design above visual interest while adding some outdoor living space. The semi-enclosed porch on the main floor is also a bungalow-specific characteristic.

#3 // Bungalow Ranch

This bungalow style home has a sloped roof typical of the era. It has a little bit larger footprint though, like a ranch. Framing the porch in natural wood columns and beams helps highlight the roof as a design feature.

#4 // Gambrel Roof Bungalow Home

This bungalow house has a gambrel-style roof, which is more commonly seen in the northeastern United States. The dormer windows and wide veranda are characteristic of this style of home. Bungalow style homes were often built with materials available at the time, so natural features like wood beams and stone are common. Using these materials in updating a bungalow house is a great way to bring in modern touches that still honor the home’s architectural roots.

#5 // California Bungalow

Some California and airplane-style bungalows often have a second story only above the garage. This floor was traditionally one open room and used as a summer sleeping area with windows for air circulation.

#6 // Side View of a Bungalow Style House

This is a side-view of a bungalow home with a cozy side porch and back sunroom. Bungalows with large porches might be partially or fully closed. They extend the square footage of the home and create more usable living space, depending on the season.

#7 // Milwaukee Bungalow

The Milwaukee bungalow home features a gable perpendicular to the street, on the side of the house (as pictured above). In a Chicago bungalow, on the other hand, the gable is facing the street. The home is also narrow, which is characteristic of midwestern bungalows, and features a large open porch.

#8 // Cottage Bungalow

This small bungalow with a detached garage is more characteristic of the earlier style. It did not include an upper floor or extra square footage. A home with this small footprint will have to use its space creatively — think built-ins, shelves, and compact closets. Design with a lot of function.

#9 // Cape Cod or Bungalow?

Cape Cod homes have many overlapping characteristics, like sloped roofs and window dormers. However, bungalows differ in their use of natural, locally made materials and a low-profile chimney.

#10 // Coastal Bungalow

This coastal bungalow gives off a beachy vibe with its wide-open porch. The raised basement has windows for extra natural lighting. This is a feature found in later bungalows for a more open and airy feel.

#11 // Ultimate Bungalow

Newer-built modern homes in the bungalow style are often much larger than their traditional counterparts. With larger square footage, these ultimate bungalows combine the aesthetic style of a bungalow home with the modern desire for wide open space.

#12 // Curved Gable Roof

This bungalow home has a curved gable roof over the porch, creating unique visual interest. This home gives off more of a Cape Cod vibe with its use of white building materials, but adding a stone porch and wood shutters brings in the cozy, earthy bungalow feel.

#13 // Raised Bungalow

Raised bungalow homes, sometimes called split-levels, are a unique style that has a basement. This particular home also has a lower-level garage. Many bungalow style houses in midwestern cities are narrow to fit the lots and do not have space for a side or detached garage.

#14 // Bungalow Style House

As we’ve alluded to, there are different home styles like Cape Cod or Craftsman that have similar or overlapping features to the bungalow. But only bungalows feature a sloped roof, a combination of materials, single story (or small second story), and a small footprint.

Historic bungalow style houses can work for the modern lifestyle

Whether out of necessity or desire, many Americans are opting for smaller, traditional bungalow style houses with some updated modern features. The renewed interest in these homes, especially in midwest cities and towns, offers creative design options and affordability for new homeowners. They’re also popular with empty-nesters looking to downsize and advocates of the small living or tiny house trend.

If you’re ready to dive into an exterior renovation of your bungalow home, but don’t know exactly where to start, we can help! Learn more about how our team of designers can help you build the home of your dreams, or get started today.

House Plans UK, Architectural Plans And Home Designs



Design no 135 4 Bed Dormer Bungalow

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Length : 15300m




















Width : 10900m











Design no 136 2 Bed Bungalow

Size : 749 (sqft) 70 (sqm)



















Bedrooms : 2



















Garage : Detatched



















Storeys : 1



















Length : 10800m



















Depth : 7425m
























































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Size : 1800 (sqft) 130 (sqm)



















Bedrooms : 5



















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Garage : Detached



















Storeys : 2



















Length : 8120m






















































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Design 140 5 Bed Dormer

Size : 2768 (sqft) 256 (sqm)












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Garage : Attached












Storeys : 2












Length : 14976m












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Design 141 4 Bed Dormer Bunglow

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Bedrooms : 4


























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Length : 15309m


























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Design 142 2 Bed Bunglow

Size : 1201 (sqft) 111 (sqm)











Bedrooms : 2











Storeys : 1











Length : 13600m











Width : 13820m











Design 145 3 Bed Bungalow

Size : 1418 (sqft) 132 (sqm)












Bedrooms : 3












En-suites : 1












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Length : 16000mm












Width : 15145mm











Design 150 3 Bed

Size : 1883 sqft (175 sqm)
























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Bungalow House Plans Archives – Home Stratosphere

How much do Bungalow style houses cost per square feet?

The average price range per square foot to build just about any house is between $100 and $155, or $155,310 to $416,250 in total. Surprisingly, despite the fact that bungalow homes tend to be small, they usually come in around the middle to double this range. This is simply because a bungalow is a more complex structure than the average home. Professional estimates for bungalows per square foot cost is approximately $269.

Are there Bungalow style floor plans with a detached garage? Is it possible?

The concept of a bungalow is generally averse to incorporating a garage in the actual structure of the house, but that does not mean it is impossible to have one. Most such homes will have a detached, freestanding garage, or a garage or carport attached to the side of it. However, if you are designing your own home, or working with a custom home builder, there is no reason a bungalow cannot be designed with an attached garage on one side, or even in the back.

Does Bungalow style house usually come with a garage?  

If you’re interested in buying a bungalow style home, finding one with a garage might be difficult. Most homes of this kind do not have one. Many bungalow homeowners will have built one in the back of the house that is accessible via a short driveway, or they will use a carport. Such homes do exist. You will simply have to look harder or commit to building your own add-on garage later.

Is Bungalow style considered a grand or luxury style of home? Is the style used for mansions or normally regular-sized homes?

Bungalow homes come in all sizes. However, because of their relatively more complex structure, they also tend to be more expensive. You can find a few very large, luxury bungalow homes on the market. However, this style of home is usually designed around the idea of being small, compact, and relying more on style than elbowroom.

Is a Bungalow style home ever built as a “small” home? Can it be built economically?

Bungalows tend to be small, averaging around 20 feet in width on a non-city lot. Because of the stylized roof structure, it will tend to cost more than homes of a similar size. But you could simplify the roof structure by adding your upper room to a corner and forgoing the “rolling hills” motif of the average bungalow roof. Also, by choosing a lot that is in low demand, you can easily build your bungalow home for the lower end of the price range at around $100 per square foot, for a grand total of around $150,000. 

Can Bungalow style floor plans be open concept?

The bungalow concept is generally averse to the idea of open design, particularly because it has to support a central upper floor. But that does not mean it’s impossible with two or more significant load-bearing walls or pillars. 

What are popular Bungalow style exterior colors?

Bungalow styles tend to be earthy and humble in nature. You will find a lot of such homes on the market with drab green, mute yellow, dull blue, or light brown. The idea of a bungalow seems to be about humility with style, so your color choices are quite broad indeed.

Can you build a Bungalow style house on a narrow lot?  

Yes, a bungalow can be quite narrow, or even taller than it is wide, as long as it adheres to the traditional upper room component.

Can this style be built on a wide lot?

The bungalow concept is very versatile and can be built almost as wide or as narrow as you like. If your design is quite wide, you might need to add extra upper rooms. Otherwise, some folks might not consider it to be a real bungalow.

Can Bungalow style homes be built on a sloping lot?

Yes, bungalow home designs can be made to accommodate a sloping lot as easily as any other type of home. 

How many floors/stories does Bungalow style usually have?

A bungalow tends to have one or two floors. What makes a bungalow is the complex roof structure which tends to incorporate a single added space.

Do Bungalow style houses have a basement?

Most bungalow designs do not have a basement, but there is no reason one cannot be designed with a basement in mind.

Does this style of house ever come with a bonus room?

The idea of a bonus room is very close to the heart of the bungalow concept. Though, technically, if you want a bonus room you will have to build one onto an existing structure- or buy a bungalow that has had such an add-on built.

Do Bungalow style floor plans come with energy-efficient options?

The bungalow concept can be energy efficient depending on the climate it is built-in with that highly insulating roof structure. Otherwise, yes, energy-efficient options are available for these style homes.

Is a porch a common design feature with Bungalow style houses?

“Cozy” is the key word when it comes to bungalows. For that reason, you would be hard-pressed to find a bungalow that does not have a porch.

What types of roof does a Bungalow style house typically have?

A bungalow is a very flexible concept. It can incorporate an A-frame roof or even a flat roof. But the most common roof type is a mishmash of what is called “hip and valley” and “m-shaped” roof styles. In other words, the typical roof style of a bungalow is whatever strikes the designer’s fancy.

Does Bungalow style work well with a rustic interior decor, or is it more suited to a contemporary interior?

The most common interior style for a bungalow is what we might call retro-contemporary. That is to say, it is in the style of a 1950s, 60s, 70s, or 80s home. However, the real norm for these types of homes is whatever best suits the location and the tastes of the owner. 

Attic design with design examples

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The attic today is not just an attic floor, it is the need of the modern world to use all useful areas for housing, and even a fashionable trend of modern individual and large urban planning. Mansards decorate private estates, country houses, high-rise buildings, which means that the design of the attic floor is more relevant than ever.

Whole apartments, bedrooms, nurseries, offices, living rooms and even bathrooms are arranged in the attic. And in all cases, during the arrangement of the attic, the design is subject to the design features of the attic floor. We have selected tips on how to properly develop an attic design project, which must be taken into account so that the room is not only functional, does not lose usable space, but is also modern, beautiful, comfortable and easy to use. The article also presents a photo gallery of practical and beautiful designs for the attic, perhaps some idea will be very successful for you.

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  1. There are several conditions for successful attic design
  2. Style, Color
  3. Plan
  4. Materials

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    When developing a design project for an attic with your own hands, it is necessary to take into account the specific geometry of the room: bevels, sharp corners, low ceilings. It is also important to take into account the location of parts and components of the roof: beams, rafters, logs. Understand how stairs, doors, slanted windows are located. Based on this, you can plan the design and furnishings, starting from the functional orientation of the attic floor: bedroom, kitchen, office, teenager’s room, billiard room, bathroom, etc.

    Attic design, photo of zoning by beams

    In attic design, special attention should be paid to windows. If the glazing occupies large areas, then the attic floor is transformed, sunlight floods the attic room, at night, with the right selection of curtains, the starry sky becomes a natural decoration. And what can we say about the magnificent views of the area, whether it be the natural landscape or the urban landscape. But large windows also have a minus, firstly, heat loss, and secondly, in the rain, drops will drum on the glass, creating unnecessary noise. It is also important not to overload the interior of the attic floor with heavy curtains, but also take care of reliable protection from the bright sun and moonlight. The choice of curtains depends on the purpose and size of the attic, if it is a large bedroom, then you can hang bulky curtains with the “day-night” option, and in a small attic bedroom and a summer cottage, it is better to limit yourself to a compact roller blind.

    The design of the attic in the country house, the photo demonstrates the advantages of large windows through which the beautiful landscape of the area is clearly visible.

    Beams and posts can become accent details in the design of the attic floor. They can simply be sanded, cast, aged, oiled, enameled or varnished. And you can decorate, for example, with artificial stone or marble plaster, as a result you will get columns, as in a knight’s castle, put climbing plants nearby that will braid the pillar. Finishing the pillars “under the brick” will add a touch of Provence to the design, forged lamps, elegant chairs and a table will become useful here.

    Vertical beams and bevels can become accent design elements

    If the attic is designed in a loft style, where there is no room for frills, only freedom and air, then it is logical to leave the vertical beams and roof rafters in their original form or paint them in monochrome, this will emphasize the severity of the forms and concise design.

    Decorating the attic floor in an eco-style, the racks can be hidden behind bamboo panels, cork, rattan. Each style has its own design techniques, and even painted walls can be turned into a bungalow, a Swedish chalet, a Mediterranean coast or a Japanese house with a few details. It is important to capture the main mood, colorfulness, to notice the bright details characteristic of the style.

    Style, color, individuality

    Design is a concept, an idea, an intention to create a beautiful and comfortable interior. Whichever direction is chosen, the main thing is the final result – whether the task was completed or not, whether the room meets your idea of ​​​​aesthetics and comfort, whether it is convenient to use, whether everything is in its place.

    Eclecticism in the design of the bedroom, photo of a successful combination of wood and modern finishes

    Plan the space

    We have already mentioned some of the inconveniences of attic-type rooms: the abundance of bevels, ledges, irregularly shaped niches, because the attic project is aimed not only at comfort and increasing living space, but also for home safety. It is important to properly plan the space, for this you will need a floor plan and a pencil. The main thing is that the interior should have a focal point around which the whole design is built.

    Materials

    Attic interior design largely depends on what material the attic floor is built from. Wooden attics are a paradise for design ideas, whether it is a whole attic floor in a cottage or a tiny attic room in a country house. Here in design it is important to preserve the originality of a country house, which means that the country style is the most relevant: a Russian village, a Japanese house, a Swedish chalet, etc., as well as classical style in its various manifestations: romanticism, Italian classics, but warmth and beauty of natural wood texture.

    The traditional design of the attic in the country, the wood in the decoration emphasizes conservatism and adherence to traditions

    For the decoration of the walls, floor and ceiling of the attic, a blockhouse, lining, wooden panels, MDF boards lined with veneer are used. You can paint the surfaces in different colors: traditional amber shades, walnut, mahogany, or you can succumb to the trends of modern design and cover the tree with enamel, place accents with patination, gilding, and decorative carved elements. In the design of the attic, all surfaces are often painted in a light color, and the beams are highlighted in dark, such a contrast emphasizes the breaks, deliberately demonstrating the originality of the room.

    Modern attic design in a wooden house, the wood is painted in monochrome colors, thereby combining traditions and fashion trends here the design of balconies and loggias of irregular shape is even closer. Provence, loft, modern, Mediterranean style are often used in such attics. Everything is subordinated to the urban conditions of survival, maximum practicality, minimum details. All materials are used in the design: plastics, decorative plasters, laminated panels, drywall, etc.

    A skillful combination of materials and textures allows you to create an interesting effect even in the simplest attic designIf you are designing an attic with your own hands, then be sure to determine the focal point that will become the starting point

    Think about what you want to see in your attic. If this is a living room or a place for relaxation, then the main element can be a fireplace, a flower garden, a waterfall, a beautiful carpet, an interesting picture, if it’s a children’s room, then a fabulous doll city, a garage, a child’s creativity wall, if the bedroom is a canopy, an unusual headboard, an original panel etc. Choose a place for the main part, and start building other design elements around.

    The color palette of the attic design depends on who will use the room, it is logical for a young housewife to use gentle, slightly muted shades. In a room for a teenager, it is important to put a table for classes near the window, to provide enough storage space. If the child is passionate about music, then it is necessary to consider good sound insulation. Very often, an office is arranged in the attic, in this case the design is kept in a classic style, the attic is finished with wood, a place for the desktop is chosen, cabinets for the library are planned, and a relaxation area with a sofa and armchairs is allocated.

    Competent design of the attic floor allows you to make the most of the space, even low places in the attic can be fully utilized

    reception to use, for example, in the living room under the sky. Agree, if this is a bathroom, it can be designed as a pond at the edge of the forest, or as a bowl of a waterfall, or go the traditional way, tiling all surfaces, or stylize it as a log bathhouse.

    Nursery in the attic, interior design photo in rich colors for a teenager’s room. View photo galleries with different attic designs, study videos on the design of non-standard rooms, you will definitely find some idea for yourself around which your individual design will be built.

    In any design there should be an idea that sets the tone for the finish

    Paints

    Needless to say, color is the main instrument on which all the “music” of the interior will have to be played. Arrangement: shades, tones, combinations, contrast – depends on the mood of the author. Let’s conditionally divide the palette into 3 parts: design in light or dark colors, bright, saturated, contrasting design, or the use of warm and cold shades. When decorating a room, you can go in two ways in the selection of colors: contrast or similarity, when different shades of the same color are used.

    Attic bedroom design, photo of a skillful combination of different shades of the same color

    The choice of color palette in the design depends on what will be located on the attic floor. The design of the attic bedroom can be done in warm, pastel colors, then the room will be airy and romantic. Or maybe you like rich red-brown shades in combination with beige, then the mood in the bedroom will change dramatically, such an interior is suitable for passionate and temperamental natures.

    Contrasting highlighting of the attic features gives the design a graphic look, allows you to emphasize the non-standard of the room

    A room for a girl suggests delicate pink, white, cream, purple, green shades, for a boy – gray, metallic, blue. It’s simple, if you want an airy, light attic, use pastel colors. If you want an authentic, but cozy “cave” under the sky, where the sun’s rays timidly break through, then choose dark, saturated colors.

    Dark colors in the design of the attic add authenticity to the interior

    About visual effects in the design of the attic

    The design of attic rooms is subject to the basic rules of space formatting. Glossy ceilings and floors visually make the room higher, the mansard roof no longer presses. A light ceiling combined with dark walls also raises the attic, but it becomes “smaller” in area. The attic, sheathed with wood in a circle, creates the impression of the integrity of the space, but it is closed, so you will not add space to the attic floor. The walls, pasted over with light wallpaper in a small pattern, on the contrary, “push apart” the boundaries of the attic, if you divide the vertical planes with a horizontal line in half, and draw the bottom in a darker color, then the room will become lower, and if you use the same technique 2/3 from the floor, then it will rise.

    Do not be afraid of creative ideas in the attic design, they make the interior bright, extraordinary, memorable

    Stretch ceilings with lighting, artistic painting on the walls, self-leveling floor with a 3D effect, you can visually change not only the slope of the walls and roof, but also achieve a feeling of unlimited space .

    The design of a two-level attic should harmoniously connect the floors, emphasizing the unity of space.

    If the attic is high, then it is recommended to divide some part of the room into different levels. The arrangement of the second floor allows the most efficient use of all corners of a complex space: organize an extra bedroom, a play area or a place to relax.

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    Irregular forms of the attic floor turn the design into an exciting creative process full of surprises and non-standard solutions. Experiment, there can be many design options, use the tips in our article on organizing space, see photo ideas for attic design, do not be afraid to fantasize, use unusual techniques, use not only traditional, but also the latest facing materials for interior decoration. And then the design of the attic floor will cease to be typical, dull, but will become the subject of your pride, will cause delight and admiration of households and guests.

    Competent design, even in a wooden attic, allows you to decorate an original interior

    Bungalow style in the interior – basic principles and photos

    • General characteristics
    • Important parts
    • Origin of
    • Design features

    One-storey house with a flat roof and a large veranda, designed for the whole family – this is the Hindi word for ‘bungalow’. The style of the bungalow in the interior is the observance of traditional American traditions of decorating living quarters and all extensions to the house.

    General characteristics

    In cozy houses, the interior of which embodies the style of a bungalow, the rational use of all space and the functionality of all used things must necessarily be combined.
    Bungalow design necessarily provides for a large porch and a backyard adjacent to the house. Such houses can be easily identified from the photo.

    Bungalow-style interiors tend to be rich in earthy tones and natural materials (preferably sourced locally). A significant influence on the style of the bungalow at one time had a missionary style. In such an interior, the dominant place is occupied by a design similar to the decoration of simple village houses.

    Important details

    Bungalow style in the interior as a whole can be described as follows.

    • All rooms, including the kitchen and bathroom, are located in a circle around the main, common living room.
    • From the photo you can see that the houses, the interior of which corresponds to the bungalow style, are distinguished by a small area.
    • The house in most cases is one-story, sometimes the attic plays the role of the second floor. The lack of a second floor in the project simplifies the construction of the dwelling, and this is the main trend in the interior of the bungalow.
    • The architecture of the building provides for the main horizontal orientation.
    • Bungalow-design – this is the absence of stairs, and a fairly sloping roof.
    • The interior must be chosen such that shelves and cabinets of any purpose can be built into the walls.
    • In the photo of such houses, you can see that everywhere designers give preference to wooden finishing materials.
    • The interior, in which the bungalow style is respected, is characterized by maximum simplicity, closeness to nature and conciseness of all materials and furniture used.

    Origin

    The word “bungalow” originated in the province of Bengal – one of the districts of India. In this area, both the name of the traditional housing for indigenous people and the geographical area have the same root – “Bangala” (or “Bangla”). Single-storey, small in area and simple in form, thatched huts were used by British officials during holidays spent in the Himalayas or in the suburbs of large Indian cities.

    The designers of the first bungalows drew their inspiration from army tents, English cottages and exotic Persian verandas. Already in its original form, the bungalow style provided for the placement of bedrooms, a dining room, a kitchen around one large room. This layout has remained the main idea used in the interior of the bungalow. The style received other improvements as its popularity grew.

    Practical and economical bungalow design captivated North Americans in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The very first American dwelling, the interior of which corresponded to the bungalow style, was designed by William Gibbons Preston back in 1879. Gradually, fashionable interiors began to spread from the east to the west. And the most suitable place for bungalow houses was California – at that time the most popular resort.

    The first bungalow interior in this state was designed by A. Page, a San Francisco architect, in early 1890 g. This new house was a one and a half-story dwelling built on a high foundation on a hillside. Such houses, built in similar climatic conditions, are popular even now, and this is confirmed by numerous photos of such dwellings.

    Previously, the interior of a bungalow was completely associated with closeness to nature, today this style is fashionable both in big cities and in the suburbs. However, until now, the simplest style of the bungalow is still reminiscent of a rural idyll and the best times for many. The bungalow-style interior looks modest, but it allows many families to realize the ideal dream of owning their own home – a detached house with a cozy layout and a garden where you can spend summer days and winter holidays.

    Design features

    Surely many have seen (most often from the photo) how a house designed in accordance with the style of a bungalow looks like. Such a dwelling is distinguished by the horizontal orientation of all its lines. There are practically no vertical directions in the interior. However, in British Columbia, Seattle, and Sacramento, horizontally oriented houses are built on high vertically exposed foundations.

    Advertising at the beginning of the 20th century. emphasized the main feature of the bungalow – as much living space as possible should be located on one floor. Anyone can notice the advantage of such buildings – the construction process is simplified as much as possible. In addition, it is easier to place all the necessary equipment in a one-story house.

    Bungalow-style houses are also characterized by excellent security. In the event of a fire or other emergency, it is easy to leave the house through the doors and windows. A certain convenience for the elderly and housewives with small children is provided by the absence of stairs in the interior.

    Encourages a person to choose a bungalow style craving for nature, fatigue from modern civilization with its sharp corners and endless straight lines. Many note that, returning to their bungalow after a busy day, you can feel real peace, which a simple city apartment cannot give.

    Bungalow looks simple and modest, but, oddly enough, for many it is the ideal home. Residents of large high-rise buildings, moving into their own bungalows, begin to appreciate the environmental friendliness of the house, its simplicity and space next to the dwelling.

    This style is characterized by primitive forms of furniture, which is made of almost weightless materials – bamboo, straw, light woods. The conciseness of the entire interior, a minimum of details, the fullness of the space with air, natural textures – all this is a bungalow style.

    When choosing colors, designers advise to remember the look of the desert – white sand, golden sun at sunset, blue sky with a rich color, dried plants will tell you in what color scheme to select all finishing materials, accessories and furniture.

    Other colors are not contraindicated – blotches of black and red, maroon and purple. Only pastel shades are advised to avoid: lilac and pink walls will not be combined with the bungalow style.

    Almost any material can be used in the design of the walls – paint, wallpaper, decorative and simple plaster, fabrics. Surfaces can be made monochrome, floral ornaments also look good, most importantly: the patterns should not be large and pretentious. Walls, floors and ceilings should not take too much attention.

    When decorating the kitchen and hallway, compositions made using open brickwork look good. However, red color is undesirable, light shades of ocher can be used in the kitchen, gray color looks good in the hallway.

    Over the brickwork, many designers use planks of wood, which in direction should imitate the frame of a bungalow. This will allow residents to feel not in a stone cave, but in a cozy house. Wood floors fit perfectly into the interior, but they can also be replaced with a large carpet or a carpet of milky and chocolate shades.

    Bungalow-style does not force you to give up your favorite items and things, replacing them only with analogues made of wood. Simple-shaped plastic and metal products also look organic in the bungalow-style interior. We should not forget that pieces of furniture made of natural materials of different styles do not always combine well with each other, so you need to show special talent when choosing interior decoration. It must be remembered that the style of a bungalow is, first of all, simplicity.

    Accessories are used in the most minimal amount. Preference is best given to handmade items. On the windowsills look great planters with any flowers or dwarf trees. It is desirable to curtain the window with curtains made of coarse fabrics (or vice versa, the material should be the lightest). Classic curtains can be replaced with wooden blinds or roller blinds.

    The interior of the bungalow is dominated by a rustic decor, bricks and raw cobblestones can be used for finishing fireplaces. Bungalow style is unlikely to lose popularity, it fully allows you to make the dream of your own home with a small garden come true.

    Bungalow style in the interior – a cult of relaxation

    In the style of a bungalow Bungalow style in the interior – a cult of relaxation , the style remains relevant in our time, having gained popularity in many countries. Being initially only an adaptation of the Indian dwelling to the life of the English colonists, today the bungalow can be safely called one of the most successful incarnations of a comfortable and cozy interior.

    Inviolability of the principle – labor unrest and social upheaval have no right to enter your home. A historical digression into the history of style leads to the colonial era, when Europeans, languishing in the Latin American heat, sought to maximize the living space, creating a cool oasis of relaxation.

    Designed for small homes, this style gives a feeling of spaciousness and fits seamlessly into apartments and large cottages.

    Bungalow is well recognizable and easy to create with a minimum of rules and requirements for the interior. The main thing is more natural materials, space and comfort.

    A one-story dwelling with a sloping thatched roof, which is a large living room, which adjoins small personal and utility rooms – these are the associations the interior should evoke. The differences from country styles, Provence are that the recreation of such an interior is possible only with a certain layout.

    Layout

    – Large living room, the center of the whole house, located just outside the front door, no hall or corridor.
    – In front of the entrance to the house there is often a large veranda with seating areas.
    – In an apartment, a balcony can be turned into such a kind of veranda.
    – Small bedrooms and other rooms are concentrated around the living room. Each zone is functional.
    – Low ceilings are designed to emphasize the horizontality of the room.
    – The center of the living room is a large fireplace. The location of the fireplace between the windows is characteristic.

    Studio director’s advice

    Julia Sementsova

    Studio director

    Each of our projects reflects the needs, taste and lifestyle of our client

    As a rule, bungalow-style houses and apartments are one-story, this is the style of horizontally oriented space. Exceptions are possible, in this case the stairs should be masked as much as possible – they are completely uncharacteristic for a bungalow.

    The kitchen or kitchen area is small, there is no dining room, there is only a small area with a compact dining table.

    Finishing materials

    The choice of finishing is determined by the architectural design of the premises. Bungalow – an association with wooden housing construction, there is a lot of wood in the decoration. The floors are of simple natural wood, the texture of which can be accentuated by lacquering and contrasting bamboo matting or a skin-like carpet.

    Ceiling – plain or mansard type – also made of wood: board or wood-imitating beams.

    The style dictates to close the windows to the floor with wooden blinds or thick light curtains.

    Walls can be covered with embossed plaster, painted, sheathed with clapboard, pasted over with wallpaper with an “ecological” pattern. It is important that they do not draw all the attention to themselves. It is permissible to use stone and brick, in the design of a fireplace, for example.

    The color scheme of the style is natural. All shades of wood, greenery, water, sand, stone. The combination of light tones in the house, bringing lightness to the interior, and dark ones, giving solidity and warmth, looks beautiful.

    Furniture

    Light, compact, maximally functional: built-in wardrobes, benches on window sills, folding beds, shelving serving as room dividers. The space is “eaten up” only by sleeping places, dining and coffee groups. If possible, this furniture can also be partially pushed into a niche, for example, a headboard.

    Non-massive furniture made of natural wood, bamboo and rattan is welcome. Antique furniture will give the interior originality. The volumes and upholstery of furniture, useful accessories should meet the main purpose – relaxation of the eyes and body.

    Decor

    Textiles: curtains, napkins, draperies, bedspreads on sofas and beds, decorative pillows. Instead of curtains, you can use blinds made of wooden slats or bamboo.

    Sideboards with stained glass, clear or colored glass. Hand-made, objects made of glass, clay, copper. Compact bright plants in small tubs.

    Bungalow style is concise and practical. It should be easy to breathe here and there should be a feeling of closeness of a person to nature.

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