Loggia design options 6 meters
Until recently, the loggia was used only as a pantry for storing pickles and old furniture. Currently, this additional area in the apartment can be turned into an independent room or be a continuation of the room to which it is adjacent. But in order to achieve such a result, it is necessary to carry out a good renovation using a design project. This article will discuss the design options for a loggia of 6 sq. m.
Features of the room
First of all in case of self-repair, it is necessary to draw up a design project with drawings of the roomtaking into account the shape and size of the room. Depending on these parameters, the style of the loggia will also be different.
For example, if it has a triangular shape, it is advisable to beat the existing angle, and with a square shape, it is worth emphasizing the symmetry of the room.
Next, you need to decide on the arrangement of the loggia... If you plan to use the space year-round, it is worth considering options for glazing and insulation, the need for electrical wiring and the installation of an additional heat source.
Arrangement options
When creating a project, it is important to take into account the room to which the loggia is adjacent - depending on it, the design options for the loggia will also be different. For example, if the loggia is adjacent to the living room, it is possible to arrange an office or gym; when adjacent to the kitchen, you can consider the option of creating a dining area - all options can easily fit on a modern 6 square meter loggia.
Recreation room
Each person has his own understanding of the word "rest". For some, this is a feeling of peace and tranquility alone with oneself, for others - rest in the company of friends, and still others prefer to devote time to creativity.
Therefore, the recreation room can be equipped in different ways.
Soft veranda
A place to rest in the literal sense of the word - it's nice to take a nap on such a veranda or just lie down while reading a book.
The design of a soft veranda is quite simple: the floor is covered with a carpet or various fabrics. It is possible to cover the entire floor or part of the room. Add pillows, chairs - bags, blankets, you can hang a hammock.
A place to meet friends
Usually, gatherings with friends take place in the kitchen, but the loggia will cope with this no worse, especially if it offers a beautiful view.
On the loggia, you can place a small sofa or folding chairs, which you can easily remove after a meeting. Choose the appropriate table option - if the loggia is small, it is better to choose a folding table or a folding table. Registration is possible bar counter - a wide wooden sill for the entire length of the windows.
Green corner
If the apartment already lacks space for plants and seedlings, you can arrange a mini-garden on the loggia. Large pots can be placed on the floor, smaller plants can be placed on a rack or on shelves. Climbing crops can be placed in hanging planters. For watering cans, fertilizers and necessary equipment, equip a storage place.
It is especially pleasant to relax in such a green island - complement your garden with furniture made from natural materials, for example, rattan.
Study
Arranging a separate office on the loggia is a great option for those who work or study without leaving home.
For comfortable work on the loggia, you will need electrical wiring and the installation of 2-3 sockets, as well as lighting that will allow you to work in the evenings.
To create a full-fledged cabinet the room should have at least a table, a chair and a place to store documents... You can put the table in a corner, and place shelves above or below it, so you have more free space.
If the width of the loggia is small, think about the angular arrangement of the desktop.
In order not to feel the looks of passers-by, Choose blinds or curtains that match the style of the room.
Bedroom
A bedroom on the loggia is an excellent solution for those who live in a small apartment.
The requirements for the room are the same as for the office:
- conducting electrical wiring;
- Internet connection (if necessary);
- the presence of lighting sources;
- blackout curtains or blinds.
Gym
Often, apartment residents have problems with the placement of sports equipment - in some interiors, the equipment looks out of place, or there is simply not enough space for its placement. Equipping a gym on a loggia full of fresh air and warmth is a great option.
The decoration of the floor and walls of the room, which serves as a gym, has its own peculiarities. It is better to use carpet or rubber panels as a floor covering (this option is especially relevant if you work out with dumbbells). Walls must be resistant to damage, choose materials that are highly durable, such as cork panels.
On the loggia, you can place a Swedish wall and simulators of small weight - a stepper, dumbbells, a rug. Most treadmills are too heavy and will put a lot of stress on building structures.
Various motivating posters and drawings will help to decorate the room and set it up for a sporty mood.
Color gamut
In choosing a color scheme for decorating a loggia, two main approaches can be distinguished:
- the color scheme of the loggia is chosen based on the interior of the room adjacent to the loggia;
- the loggia is a separate room with a contrasting finish.
There can be several basic recommendations when choosing a color scheme.
- Use light colors to visually enlarge the small area of the loggia.
- Do not choose too bright colors - calm, pastel colors are more suitable for decoration. Bright accents can be set by adding furniture, interior items of rich colors.
- If one wall is lined with mosaics, bright tiles with a pattern, then the rest of the walls should be neutral so as not to overload the premises. The accent wall is the center of the composition, the rest of the walls will be the background and should not distract from the beautiful design.
The most popular colors for renovation are: white, beige, gray.
White is gaining more and more popularity, and it is not surprising - this color can be used as a base for many styles.
Beige is a classic solution - of course, you will not surprise anyone with this option, but it is impossible to make a mistake with this color - it will perfectly fit into any interior. It is not recommended to use furniture of the same color - otherwise the interior will turn out to be boring, and you will quickly get bored.
The gray tone has recently begun to appear in interiors, but is gaining popularity among a large number of people. Gone are the days when gray seemed like a boring color - now it acts both as an independent style solution and as a background for creating a bright color accent - a bright wall, a wall of brick and mosaic.
Style solutions
First of all, you need to determine the stylistic direction that you will adhere to. Below are ideas for creating a loggia in popular style solutions now.
Provence
The color scheme of the Provence-style loggia is different warm, pastel colors. Terracotta, olive, beige colors are suitable for wall decoration. Floors and ceilings are made of natural materials - stone, wood.
Modern style
You can also decorate a loggia in a modern style. This direction is different simplicity, functionality and brevity. For wall decoration, universal colors are used - white, gray, natural materials are often used - brick, wood. Furniture made of glass, wood will organically fit into the interior, it is possible to use built-in furniture.
Sea style
Registration of a loggia in a marine style will help you recreate the feeling of a carefree holiday on the seaside. The interior in this style is notable for its lightness, full of light, therefore the color range includes white, yellow, blue tones. Folding furniture items are selected - folding tables, chairs, sun loungers.
Finishing
There are a large number of materials for finishing the loggia inside. Do not forget that the loggia is constantly exposed to light and temperature factors, so you should not save on finishing materials.
Consider the main materials used to decorate the loggia.
- Lining - cladding board used for finishing both internal and external surfaces. A subspecies of this material is the so-called Euro-lining, which is characterized by lower humidity and high resistance to deformation. And also the advantages of this material are environmental friendliness, ease of installation and a long service life - a loggia sheathed with Euro lining will serve you up to 20 years.
- MFD - the panels are made of wood chips, pressed under high pressure without the use of an adhesive base based on phenols and formaldehyde, therefore this material is also considered environmentally friendly. The surface of the panels can be different - it can be a protective polymer coating or a relief pattern. The pluses also include ease of installation and a wide range of colors.
- Plastic panels are a fairly economical option for finishing the loggia.The advantages are also resistance to temperature and light influences. Of the minuses: this material is not natural, for some time after installation on the loggia there may be a specific smell of plastic.
Furnishings
The main criteria for choosing the right furniture are small size and functionality.
It is preferable to use built-in or folding furniture, as these options are the most practical.
Consider an option with built-in wardrobes - thus, the small area will not be cluttered. Depending on the purpose of the loggia, the built-in wardrobe can be used for storing children's toys, conservation, or you can equip a home library or dressing room.
Folding furniture is used for the same reason - a folding table and chairs will save space on the loggia, if necessary, you can easily fold the furniture and put it away until the next use.
Decor and textiles
Whatever style of loggia design you choose, you cannot do without decor and textiles that match the interior.
For example, in the interior of Provence, much attention is paid to textiles - for furniture upholstery, natural fabrics are used - cotton, linen. Textiles can be either monochromatic or have a pattern, for example, a strip or floral ornaments. It is preferable to use wrought iron or wicker furniture. Floral arrangements, vases, candles, as well as hand-made items, such as decoupage boxes or dried leaves and flowers displayed in glass frames, are suitable for decoration.
Modern style does not imply the presence of a large number of decorative elements, functionality comes first... For room decor, you can use paintings, posters, a small number of plants.
It is impossible to imagine the design of a loggia in a marine style without marine-themed items - binoculars, lifebuoys, shells. You can complement the interior with curtains made of light fabrics in white, blue or blue. To support the "nautical theme", it is possible to use textiles in these colors or in nautical stripes.
General recommendations
It is possible to equip a cozy loggia in a small area, subject to the recommendations of experts.
- When arranging a loggia, do not forget about the functional purpose - it is quite problematic to select several zones in a small area, this will inevitably lead to littering of the room and to the use of unnecessary things as a storage room.
- Do not skimp on insulation and glazing of the loggia. Perhaps this is the most costly part of the renovation, but high-quality materials will help to increase the service life of the premises and make your stay on the loggia comfortable.
- Give preference to built-in and folding furniture, if necessary, order custom-made furniture.
- Use light colors in your decor to visually increase the space.
- The space of a small loggia should not be cluttered with a large number of decor elements.
Interesting examples
In this collection you will find interesting and stylish loggia design options that will help you get inspired to update your own interior.
Resting place decoration
To create a cozy place to relax, not so much is required - pillows with interesting prints, soft textiles and, of course, a hammock.
A place to meet friends
Making a loggia for a meeting with friends depends on the interests of your company: if you prefer a relaxed vacation, you can arrange a mini-bar on the loggia by making a tabletop out of the window sill.
Cabinet
Storage space for the necessary documentation can be arranged by hanging the shelves above or below the table.
Bedroom
When creating a bedroom on a loggia, it is undesirable to place a large number of pieces of furniture. To store the necessary things, use the boxes built into the bed (sofa) or the shelves located above the sleeping place.
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