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anniethivierge

Idea for a room

2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago

Hi,

I would need some suggestion on what to do with this room from an 1860 ancestral home. Theres already a dedicated full bathroom and 3 bedroom on that floor. I would not want to make any structural change to it. Also its the original flooring so I would like to keep it (if possible). Side Note : The view from the 2 small windows is stunning. The floor dimension is 14 x 18 feet.

Thanks a lot



Comments (10)

  • 2 years ago

    So from the photo I think there are two beds in the space. Is that what you need? It would make a romantic couple's suite if one bed could be eliminated. I have slept in a bed tucked in a dormer like that and liked it a lot.

  • 2 years ago

    Thank you, Jenny I can completely remove one bed, would you keep the bath and the sink ?

  • 2 years ago

    You could definitely leave the tub, and upgrade the vanity at least with paint, and in place of the bed on the right make a cozy sitting area. Lots of soft textures, rugs, like a romantic period bed and breakfast vibe.

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    2 years ago

    What is the height of the flat portion of the ceiling? In order to be occupiable I believe you must have a certain amount of head room. Also, if the room is used as a bedroom you must have windows of a size that will allow for egress from the room in case of a fire.

  • 2 years ago

    Very good points we got confirmation during inspection that it is good for a room (there's a bigger 3rd widow that allow for the required egress) and that 50%+ of the room is above 7ft high.

  • 2 years ago

    the first picture shows the view from the 2 smaller windows, the second show the outside view of the 3rd window. I am sorry I dont have the exact window measurement but the inspector did mentioned those being ok during the inspection.



  • 2 years ago

    I wonder if you could build a balcony outside those two windows and replace the windows with a glass door. I would want to sit outside up there and watch the view, maybe with morning coffee or a drink. That may dictate what else you want to do with the space.

  • 2 years ago

    That would have been great unfortunately I couldn't make the structural change of replacing windows by a door as there is a cheminee wall between both window.

  • 2 years ago

    I think a tub and a sink in a bedroom are useless. I don't see any place for your wet feet or towels to dry your hands. You tend not to see those necessities when bathroom features are plunked into bedrooms.


    How many beds are in the room? If the red thing at the left is a bed and you need 2 beds, I'd leave the brown bed. Otherwise, I'd consider moving it.


    What do you need the space for? Spaces like that make for great play/game rooms. Do you need a guest room? How often? Does anyone use the bathtub? It's hard to advise without knowing your needs. I'd turn it into a game room with built-ins at the edges of the room.

  • 2 years ago

    Agreed - remove the tub and vanity. Make it a real bedroom for 2024!

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