Need a help with alternative floor plan

2 years ago

My architect suggested the current layout in the apartment, but it seems to me that the space has too many empty elements. I'm missing something in the hallway for coats/shoes, and a different arrangement between the kitchen and living room: for example, maybe having another built-in wardrobe with shelves for books or a small desk. Likewise, the layout in the bedroom feels odd because I don't like looking at the window: maybe rearrange it to have more closets? Do you have any suggestions to make this right? Thank you so much to everyone for any ideas.

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Patricia Colwell Consulting
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
All feet and inches please this is a US siteno metric here. Usually there are many things to consider when revamping an apartment since water, all plumbing runs in the walls along with the electrical I am not sure about this where you are .I think the wall where the closets are now in the bedroom make the most sense and Ikea Pax is awesome IMO. . Most people like to look out the window from bed so not sure why you don't But I think putting the bed anywhere else will not be a good idea The DR looks huge for no purpose so yes to a bookcase type storage in that space what is the Debanas. Again Ikea Besta for that extra storgae and book case are great maybe even some on the wall where you have the TV.
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JAN MOYER
2 years ago
last modified: 2 years ago
Yes to USA feet and inches, but this is a conversation you have with the architect. You tell him or her every single thing you just told us.

If you can not have what you need? There may be obstacles such as plumbing that can not be relocated.

A suggested plan from any architect need not be a final plan. This is called......communication.

Don't crowd source answers, your first questions are as above to the person you are paying.
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RappArchitecture
2 years ago
There's nothing wrong with "empty" space. Especially in a small apartment. That "emptiness" will make the apartment feel bigger. The layout in the bedroom isn't odd, it's optimal, and the view out from the bed will also give a feel of spaciousness. If you shifted the entry door from the elevator hall, you would have room for a bench with hanging rod above on the right side wall. Some sort of cabinet/shelf unit on the right side of the dining area would provide more storage and visual interest and not make that space feel so large.
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latifolia
2 years ago
It's in a French-speaking place. The apartment is not large, so I'm not seeing the wasted space to which you refer.

Having lived in one of these with a separate toilet, it's a PITA. You have to walk all the way around the apartment from the bathroom to use the toilet. I would ask your architect to add a toilet to the bathroom.

I also don't see a laundry: another PITA. Will there be hookups for a washer/dryer?

Otherwise it looks fine for its size.