The flat roof is used today in the construction of a modern house. Most often, this option is chosen by wealthy people who always keep up with the times. There is a large number original projects houses with flat roof, which are multifunctional and comfortable for living.

Wooden house projects

Project No1

The area of ​​this structure will be 113 m2. Its dimensions are 14x10 m. This cottage, which has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Aerated concrete was used in the construction of the walls. The base can be strip or prefabricated reinforced concrete. PVC membrane is used for roofing. But this will help you understand what the foundation for a one-story house made of expanded clay concrete blocks looks like, and how its construction takes place.

Project wooden house with flat roof 113 m2

Project No2

The area of ​​this house is 69 m2. He will become great solution for a family of 4 people. You can live in it year-round or seasonally. The first level contains a guest room with a fireplace. The entrance area is designed in the form of a small covered terrace.

With flat roof 69 m2

On the ground floor there is also a kitchen-dining room and one bedroom. And on the second floor there is only one bedroom. Here's what it looks like and how the foundation for an extension is made wooden house, you can find out from this

Project No3

What types of foundations exist for a private two-story house can be seen in the photo

Brick houses

Project No1

This project involves the construction of a modern elegant home. Its feature is the guest room, which is concentrated on the front side. The exterior of the building is incredibly luxurious as it attracts attention with its architectural windows. They look harmonious with the overall ensemble. The terraces of the first and second levels are brought to the frontal plane.

Brick house with a flat roof 125 m2

The day area is very bright and spacious. It includes a living room, dining room and kitchen. U interior wall The living room has a built-in fireplace. Thanks to him, the room is filled with warmth and comfort. The first floor also includes a bathroom and a separate bedroom. But on the second floor there are 3 bedrooms. There is a garage that can accommodate one car. The total area of ​​the house is 125 m2, and the living area is 105 m2. For this type of house, a foundation is needed, but the video will help you understand how to calculate the foundation for a house made of timber

Project No2

This project assumes the presence of a modern functional house. Its feature is large area glazing of the living room. Due to the laconic facade with vertical windows from the ground, the house acquires sophisticated lines.

Brick house with a flat roof 113 m2 with glazing

All rooms are designed on the same level. The day and night areas are clearly divided. The guest room is visually combined with the terrace and has a smooth transition to the dining room and partially closed kitchen. The fireplace has a corner location, so its flame can be seen from any corner of the room. To the left of the entrance there are 3 bedrooms that form the night area.

Project No3

The total area of ​​the brick house is 132 m2, and the living area is 105 m2. There is a garage with an area of ​​26 m2. The building looks dynamic due to the play of contrasts. To decorate the building, dark wood panels were used, which stand out against the background of milky plaster.

Flat roof 132 m2 with garage

The garage is combined with the house, and the space of the latter is clearly divided into day and night zones. Since the roof is flat, it can be used as an open terrace. It is perfect for barbecue.

The guest room, dining room and kitchen form one room, which is visually separated thanks to the terrace. The day area is quite spacious, since there is no partition between the kitchen and dining room. The fireplace located near the inner wall also adds to the cozy atmosphere. There is a spacious utility room near the garage. On the second floor there are 3 bedrooms and a shared bathroom.

Houses made of foam blocks

Project No1

The total area of ​​the house is 181 m2, and the living area is 139 m2. This house is modern and comfortable. It is equipped with a garage that can accommodate 2 cars. A special feature of the project is the presence of a magnificent terrace on the second level. The house is presented in a cubic shape, so it seems as if it consists of separate blocks. Their independence is highlighted color design. Despite this, overall design it still looks restrained and harmonious.

House made of foam blocks with a flat roof 181 m2 with a garage

The day zone is concentrated on the first level. All the rooms required for living with access to the terrace are concentrated here. This includes 3 bedrooms, a spacious bathroom and a compact utility room. A feature of the project remains the spacious terrace. It is located above the garage. This will be a great place for the whole family to relax.

Project No2

The total area of ​​this building is 167 m2, and the living area is 119 m2. The project is the construction of an elegant and modern house with flat roof. The facade has an original façade with vertical panoramic windows and light color scheme. Thus, the house acquires a special lightness.

With panoramic windows

All necessary premises located on the first floor. The house is divided into a sleeping area and a day area. The living room has access to the terrace. But the night room contains 3 bedrooms.

Project No3

The total area of ​​the house is 164 m2, and the living area is 129 m2. It has a modern, sleek design and cozy interior. Done. For exterior finishing White, gray and warm ocher were used at home. Thus, the building acquires an unusual and stylish appearance.

In cubic form

The peculiarity of such a house is that the entrance and exit are decorated with an arcade in the form of a frame. The project also has a swimming pool, which will be an excellent place for swimming and relaxing for the whole family. The spacious living room is divided into a relaxation area and a dining area. It is also equipped with a fireplace. Since the windows go all the way to the floor, the house is filled with daylight. This will save energy costs.

The night area consists of 3 rooms, one of which leads onto the terrace and the proposed pool. The utility room is located behind the garage. The garage can accommodate 2 cars.

Square houses

Project No1

The living area of ​​this house is 31 m2. Its dimensions are 7x7 m. It is quite compact, but at the same time comfortable house. It can be used for both year-round and temporary residence.

House with a flat roof 31 m2 square shape

Cellular concrete was used to build the house. Metal or ceramic tiles are used for roofing.

Project No2

The area of ​​this square house is 35 m2. This is a cozy guest house with a spacious terrace, made in classic style with modern finishing elements. And although the building area is small, it is perfect for permanent residence.

With a square terrace

Thanks to the presence of a covered terrace, you can enjoy nature in any weather. Such a house is very convenient in terms of construction and operation. It contains all the necessary premises for a full-fledged stay. Thanks to the wooden decorative elements of the facade, the structure acquires a homely feel.

Project No3

This house was built in a traditional style. Its area is 36 m2. There is a garage and utility room. Cellular concrete is used for the construction of walls. Ceramic tiles and metal tiles are used for roofing.

With a square garage

Narrow and rectangular houses

Project No1

The area of ​​such a house is 112 m2. This is a two-story structure that should be erected in a narrow area. Since the house has elongated shape, it has no windows on one of the side flowers. It can be placed on a site with a width of 12 m. Since the layout is carefully thought out, all rooms are spacious and comfortable, despite the shape of the house. There are almost no internal load-bearing structures, making it possible to make additions to the layout.

Narrow rectangular shape

The open type of kitchen allows you to visually increase the space of the living area, although it is possible to separate it using wall partitions. Concentrating all utility rooms nearby allows you to make them practical and versatile. There is the possibility of remodeling to create space for a compact pantry. In the sleeping area, one of the bedrooms has access to a balcony.

Project No2

This is another project of a rectangular house, which can be located in a narrow area. The construction area will be 103 m2. Used to build the house ceramic blocks, and the roof is made of PVC membrane.

Size 103 m2

The project involves the construction of a two-story structure. It has a unique design that attracts the attention of others. The façade is finished in 3 colors. For this, wood, gray and white plaster are used. You can add lightness to your home with glass railings.

All zones are clearly divided by floor. The first is a day zone, and the second is a night zone. The presence of large sliding glass doors in the living room allows it to be filled with light. They are the ones that lead to the terrace.

High-tech style

Project No1

This project involves the construction of a two-story house with a flat roof, made in high-tech style. Its total area reaches 162 m2, and its living area is 82 m2. The house has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

Two-storey house with a flat roof 162 m2 in high-tech style

When constructing walls, cellular concrete or ceramic blocks are used. Solid type ceiling. PVC membrane is used for roofing. The foundation has the form of a monolithic strip.

Project No2

This modern design in high-tech style. Has two floors and a sauna. Its total area is 313 m2, and its living area is 256 m2. The house has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. A special feature of the project is the presence of a garage that can accommodate 2 cars.

Flat roof 313 m2 in high-tech style with sauna

Cellular aerated concrete is used to build the house. The roof is made using PVC membrane. The base is a one-piece strip.

Project No3

It's beautiful and modern cottage, made in high-tech style. Its total area is 223 m2, and its living area is 105 m2. There are 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The project also provides for a garage that can accommodate one car.

Two-storey house 223 m2 in high-tech style with a garage

The walls were built from cellular concrete, and the roof was made from PVC membranes. The base is presented in the form of a strip monolithic prefabricated structure.

Pros and cons of flat roofs

The following advantages are characteristic of a flat roof structure:

1. It has a smaller area than a pitched one, which makes it possible to save on materials and construction work.
2. It is much easier and faster to erect a flat roof, which cannot be said about a pitched roof. This is due to the fact that all materials for the structure are located right next to the worker.
3. The use of a flat roof allows you to obtain an auxiliary usable area that can be used for outdoor recreation and sports.

The flat roof structure also has a number of disadvantages:

• due to heavy snowfalls, a lot of snow accumulates on such a roof, which, when melted, leads to leaks;
• sometimes it is necessary to use internal drains; there is a risk of clogging or freezing of the drain;
• Constant snow removal is required.

The video shows the pros and cons of flat roofs:

Not everyone likes modern construction. This is immediately clear when flat-roof house designs are mentioned in conversation. Most developers don't like it appearance, but after living in such a building for some time, their idea changes. It is precisely due to its minimalism that this house is considered stylish, but the vast majority of Russian residents are accustomed to pitched roofs, they simply cannot imagine a roof without a slope. In this article I will try to reveal in as much detail as possible the beauty of a house with a flat roof.

One-story house with a flat roof

Just a few decades ago, developers in the CIS countries could not imagine that such beautiful houses can be created in private construction. In addition, thanks to the flat roof, the finished cottage costs significantly less than a building with a rafter system.

Houses with a flat roof and their projects are presented in these photos:

Not so long ago, when there were no materials for high-quality waterproofing of a flat roof, mastic and roofing felt were used. These products could not give good timing operation, so this type of house was written off as scrap, and after high-quality materials entered the domestic market, most developers did not dare to test them. This is why today there are so few private buildings with flat roofs in Russia.

Modern houses, due to their style, can stand out from others. The fact is that most residents make internal drainage. It's convenient, although a little expensive. Due to the internal location of the drainage system on the walls of the building, you will not see any protruding pipes, and due to its high power you will rarely encounter blockages. Some people refer to the fact that as a result of construction, square houses are obtained and they do not want to live in such a box. It is worth noting that this design has a lot of advantages, which I will now tell you.

Pros and cons of a flat roof house

Despite the negative reviews about such houses, the vast majority of them remain unfounded. Many people do not know that due to the lack rafter system the building becomes cheaper by almost a third of the total cost, and you will agree that this is not a small amount.

IMPORTANT: It is better not to use outdated products as roofing materials. For example, bitumen and its derivatives (roofing felt, mastic) will last on the roof for only 5-7 years. When modern products, in the form of polymer membranes or pouring solutions, can serve you for about 50 years without any repairs.

Now, let's look at the other side of the coin. The disadvantages of a flat roof include the following:

• Limited selection in roofing materials. Despite the fact that the roof plane has a slight slope to drain water, most types of coatings cannot be laid on it. Products with high waterproofing protection are suitable as materials.
• Due to the flat surface in winter time It will be necessary to carry out repeated cleaning work every year. Despite its porosity, snow has a serious mass and, in large quantities, can easily destroy an entire building.

• Large heat losses. Due to the simply huge plane, serious heat losses occur. This can be corrected by laying thick insulation in several layers. During preventive inspections, this material needs to be given the most time so that the underlying rooms always remain warm.
• Without laying the insulation cord, the internal drain may freeze in severe frosts.

If you do not take these disadvantages into account and create additional elements in order to eliminate them, then a flat surface is the best of all possible.

Modern houses with a flat roof are built according to crazy designs; if you turn to a good architect, the result can be buildings such as those shown in these photos:

Types of flat roofing

As you know, in life there is almost always some choice. The same is true for the roofing surface. In the roofing area there are only 2 options for using a surface with a flat base:

• Make it exploitable
• Make it unusable

Before starting construction, at the time of design, it is very important to decide on this issue. After all, if the roof is to be used, it will require the installation of massive elements that will easily withstand serious weights. In cases where an unused surface is installed, the entire building can be framed. By the way, wooden frame houses very relevant in America and warm European countries. As for Russia, it is better to use thick walls here, otherwise winter will be difficult.

The roof in use is designed to accommodate heavy elements. Often, European residents install recreation areas, workshops, and gazebos on their roofs. This is very convenient if you want to relax in company, but do not want dirt to be carried into the house.

Unused roofs cannot be used as a recreation area. Often, poured roofs are laid on such surfaces, therefore, movement on them can only be done on bridges or ladders. Such materials allow you to save money, but at the same time they have maximum waterproofing properties, so you can pour a pool on such a roof, but of course you shouldn’t do this.

In addition, flat roofs are divided into several types according to their structure:

• Traditional
• Inversion
• Breathable

A traditional roofing pie has the following structure:

• Base
• Screed
• Vapor barrier layer
• Thermal insulation
• Waterproofing
• Finish coating

As you can see, here the thermal insulation material is under the waterproofing. This is beneficial only if during operation such a cake will not be subject to serious loads, therefore, it is ideal for an unused surface.

In an inversion cake, the order of layers is slightly changed and looks like this:

• Base
• Screed
• Waterproofing (usually roofing felt)
• Thermal insulation boards

• High permeability vapor permeable film
• Screed
• Finish coating

As you can see, there are two layers of screed here. This is done to ensure that the heat-insulating boards do not deform under weight and always perform their functional tasks efficiently.

As for breathable roofs, their structure can be traditional or inversion, but in quality additional element aerators or deflectors are installed on them. These devices are very useful when natural ventilation cannot provide high-quality ventilation of the premises, and due to the fact that flat roofs are built with parapets, the air flow is extremely small.

Find suitable house with a flat roof is not a problem now, just look at the catalog of projects that are offered construction companies. If you want a cozy building, then you need to contact the design bureaus directly, otherwise your house will be standard and, as a rule, not very convenient for you or your loved ones. Today, there are more and more houses with exploitable roofs. This is due to the fact that additional objects can be installed on it, for example, a recreation area. By the way, people on the roof are completely safe, because according to building codes, the minimum height of the fence should be 120 centimeters.

As an example, let's look at one-story houses, or rather their projects in the following photos:

As you can see, minimalism in all cases is an important component of these buildings. You need to get used to this style, but most Russian residents are not ready for this yet; they prefer a house made of timber and the usual two slopes above their heads.

Flat roof base

The elements used on the floors depend on the materials that were used to construct the walls of the building. For example, if the load-bearing walls are frame, then the floors must be extremely light, otherwise the entire structure may collapse. Today in construction only a few elements are used for floor coverings:

• Reinforced concrete slabs (flat or hollow)
• Monolithic concrete layer
• Thick sheets of corrugated board

Between floors, a thermal insulation and waterproofing layer is not laid on these elements, but when completing the last floor, this is mandatory.

As you already know, a flat roof roofing pie can be classic or inverted. The latter does not imply that any heavy elements will subsequently be laid on the roof surface. As a rule, such a plane is filled bulk material or bitumen products are laid on it. You can see what such a one-story house looks like in this photo:

As for the surfaces being used, the variety of roofing solutions here is off the charts. You can plant trees on the roof, cover the area with lawn, put up a gazebo and much more. But the most important thing is, of course, the roofing. Here it is very important to consider the nature of your plane. For example, if you want to put up a gazebo, then it would be nice to cover the area adjacent to it with grass or flowers, and make the approach out of paving slabs. Projects of houses with a flat roof allow you to do something else, the main thing is to understand what exactly you want.

You can often find pressure coverings on the roofs of private houses. This is gravel and soil. The load from such materials is very high, therefore it is exclusively suitable for the types of roofs in use. It is worth noting that their structure will be slightly different from the inversion one, but you can check this with a designer.

Reinforced concrete slabs with screed are an ideal solution if you are considering cottage projects in the catalog where budget options. By laying these elements as a ceiling, you will get a sufficiently rigid base to create a good usable roof.

The cheapest construction option would be a frame building. It is worth noting that this method of constructing buildings is very popular in hot countries, but is not entirely suitable for our climate. Nevertheless, such a building can be used for economic purposes. If the walls are framed, therefore, it is no longer possible to place reinforced concrete elements on top, they will simply crush the structure. This problem can be solved with the help of corrugated sheets. The metal base is very light, and due to its high rigidity it will not deform even under strong weights, the main thing is to distribute them well.

On the roofs frame houses lightweight materials are often installed. For example, polystyrene foam boards are used as thermal insulation products, and modern membranes are used instead of heavy coatings. Thanks to this, the result is a very light and inexpensive building that can be used for any purpose.

Materials for roofing pie

The roofing pie in a flat roof plays a rather important role, because due to the violation of one layer, others will suffer and ultimately such a chain will reach the thermal insulation, and this is the basis of such a structure that retains the heat of the room.

To create a quality pie you will have to think about how to choose the right materials:

• Vapor barrier
• Thermal insulation boards
• Coating

The design of a modern house should include polymer or bitumen membranes as a vapor barrier material. As for outdated polyethylene, it is better to avoid it, as it will not give the cake reliability and will fail quite quickly.

Selecting thermal insulation products is somewhat more difficult, because there are quite a lot of them. Fortunately, we have criteria that weed out unnecessary materials. Thermal insulation of a flat roof must be rigid and withstand high static and dynamic loads. In addition, they must be hydrophobic, so there are only a few options left:

• Expanded polystyrene
• Hard mineral wool
• Foam glass
• Expanded clay filler

IMPORTANT: Foam glass is very effective thermal insulation material, but the price is quite high. If you are planning to build a high-quality building that will last for decades, then this is the one you should choose.

Expanded clay is a low-performing product and is rarely used as thermal insulation. Due to its flowability and large fraction, you will have to pour very large layer, and this is an additional load on the walls and ceilings.

As you already understood, the coating should also be light and not allow moisture to pass through in any way. This list includes: flooded roofs, membranes and bitumen derivatives such as roofing felt.

Drainage system

The gutter system on a flat roof deserves its own topic, but I will try to explain everything briefly.

According to building codes, it is impossible to create a drainage system with a slope of less than 15 degrees, therefore, in in this case they don't suit us. The closest suitable alternative here would be the following:

• Create a system using overhead gutters
• Construct an internal drain

It is worth noting that both methods have their positive sides and disadvantages. For example, an external drainage system will spoil the appearance of a building with a flat roof. Of course, decide this problem It is possible with the help of design tricks, but you will have to spend additional money on this. Concerning internal system, then here I want to talk more openly.

Internal drainage is the most optimal solution for removing sediment from a flat roof. For the system to function all year round Heating cables are laid in it. They can be purchased at any construction market. In addition, such a system should be created when conducting zero construction.

Internal drainage is divided into two types:

• Gravity
• Siphon

Gravity drainage is the most primitive sediment removal system. It is not difficult to calculate, and installation can be carried out by a person far from the construction business. This device includes such elements as: risers, outlet pipes, water intake funnels. It is worth noting that the gravity system cannot boast of high performance, therefore, during heavy rainfall it may experience problems, resulting in a huge puddle forming on the roof surface. Developers attribute its low price to positive aspects.

The siphon system is more complex and more efficient. It can easily cope with large amounts of rainfall without experiencing any difficulties. The essence of its work is that it does not remove water from the pipes until a sufficient amount has accumulated in them, and then, due to gravity, discharges them into the storm drain. By the way, after the process of removing water in the pipes has begun, different pressures are formed from above and precipitation from the roof leaves through the pipes at an even greater speed. Due to this, such a system very rarely becomes clogged, and therefore does not require practically any attention. The disadvantages include its high cost and problematic design.

Projects of one-story houses with a flat roof

Now that you understand flat roof buildings, you can start looking at some projects.

Rectangular house with garage

The total living area will be about 168 square meters. The foundation is made of MZFL slabs or piles are installed. The roof is flat, and PVC membrane or bitumen products are used as covering. The number of living rooms in this project is 3. The drainage system is internal. The building has no basement. There is a garage. The walls will be built from gas silicate, expanded clay concrete, brick or wood concrete. The thickness of the supporting structures is 400 millimeters, however, they can be increased. Everything described above can be changed within reason.

Such house designs with many rooms and a garage for two cars are suitable for young families with children. There is a garage, a living room and two spacious rooms.

One-story house in high-tech style

Modern one-story houses should be created with style. These projects are intended for business people whose work comes first. However, this building is suitable for a small family as a summer cottage or country house. The project is compact and has two living rooms, a spacious kitchen combined with a living room and a cozy terrace. As you can see, there is nothing superfluous or distracting.

As for the garage, it is slightly pushed forward. Entrance door it is located in a building, this is convenient if you carefully monitor your machine and try to repair it as any malfunctions occur.

PVC membrane or bitumen roll products are used as a covering on a flat roof. Living area 96 square meters. The number of rooms is two. The foundation is created from slabs 20 centimeters thick or sits on piles. The building does not have a basement, but it does have a garage for one car.

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Most often, when designing private houses, pitched roofs are used, but cottages with a flat roof, as in the photo, are much less common. In recent years after the emergence latest technologies And modern materials for covering flat roofs it is possible to create effective waterproofing, despite their unusual shape.

The presence of such a roof makes the appearance of a private house exclusive and original, since it stands out against the background of buildings with hipped or pitched roofs.

Projects of cottages with a flat roof have their own characteristics, and their construction is associated with some nuances, since the roofs on them can be:

Advantages and disadvantages of a flat roof

A flat roof provides the property owner with a number of advantages, including:

The disadvantages of the structural solution of flat roofs include:

• carrying out installation with strict adherence to the technology of their waterproofing and. The slightest violation of the rules as a result of negligence or negligence results in the roof leaking if precipitation accumulates on it. Extraordinary roofing repairs will cost a considerable amount, and sometimes it is necessary to carry out a complete reconstruction of the cottage roof;
• presence on a flat surface in winter large quantity snow requires (if the roof is planned to be used) regular snow removal, which can only be done manually;
• During the melting of snow, a significant load is placed on the waterproofing layer

Features of flat roofs

When developing a project for a cottage with a flat roof, regardless of the number of floors in it, the following features must be taken into account:

Creating a flat lightweight roof

If they plan to build a cottage with a flat roof with a lightweight roof, they do not plan to use it.

The procedure for constructing such a structure is as follows:

As a result of the work performed, a flat roof is obtained, which is of the lightweight type. It performs the functions assigned to it completely, but it is not able to withstand even a slight load. If you want to create a small place for rest on a flat roof, you need to build the roof using a completely different technology.

Construction of a house with a flat roof, more details in the video:

Construction of an exploitable flat roof

When designing cottages with a flat roof and a hard surface, it is assumed that the created roof will not sag under the weight of the load (read: ""). There are several ways to construct a serviceable pavement.

One of the most simple options is styling concrete slabs as a cover. For this purpose, the supporting structures must have a significant margin of safety; in addition, installation is carried out using special construction equipment. A roof made of concrete slabs must be insulated, but such work can only be done from inside the room.

Another method is the construction of a roofing floor based on metal support beams - T-bars or I-beams and channels. A boardwalk made of lumber with a minimum thickness of 22 millimeters is laid on top, and a layer of expanded clay of at least 150 millimeters is poured on top of it. The hard covering is provided by a concrete screed.

The most in a modern way For solid construction, the use of large-sized ceramic building blocks is considered. They are laid on support beams, and they provide the roof, along with mechanical strength, with fairly good sound and heat insulation characteristics. Among the advantages of such ceramic roofing blocks, one cannot fail to mention their excellent resistance to moisture. Before making a screed for such a roof, backfilling with expanded clay is not required. The disadvantages of ceramic blocks include their high cost.

Cottages are built with a flat roof of a solid type with the installation of roofing membranes (optional). They provide additional waterproofing and improve performance characteristics flat roof.

Private houses with a flat roof, or, more precisely, their designs, came to us from the southern countries of Western Europe. It was there that the first cottages and villas with similar designs began to appear. Contrary to popular belief that maintaining such a roof is quite difficult, one can safely argue that this is not the case at all. It is worth noting that a flat roof in any case has a slight slope, ranging from 2 to 15 degrees. The use of special materials, for example, PVC membranes when covering the roof, will provide good waterproofing and relieve owners from problems associated with maintenance, and the snow that collects on the roof in winter is quite easily melted using special heating elements.

How beautiful and original houses with a flat roof, the photos in our catalog demonstrate it best. This type of construction has become especially widespread among wealthy people, whose financial situation allows them to keep up with the times and build their homes in a timely manner. modern styles(high-tech, modern, etc.). Another advantage of a flat roof is the possibility of obtaining additional space by placing on it a recreation area, a swimming pool, a sports ground, including a tennis court, or decorative garden, thereby saving space in the local area. Let's look at some projects of houses with a flat roof.

One-story houses with a flat roof: photos of the most original projects

Projects of houses with a flat roof are replete with their diversity and uniqueness of architectural forms. The owner of the site on which construction is planned must, before starting construction, carefully weigh all the pros and cons, and it is very important to take into account the financial side of this decision. Quite often, especially within the city, you can find one-story houses with a flat roof. Such buildings require significantly less money than, say, two-story houses or houses with a hip roof. In addition, they are quite simple to build - building materials such as gas silicate blocks and large-format ceramic bricks.

Particular attention should be paid to the roof here - after all, it can be used quite rationally. It would be a good idea to equip a recreation area with a barbecue or barbecue here. You can also use the area for the construction of a sports ground. Often, nature lovers create real gardens on roofs, which are facilitated by direct sunlight. This use of roof space is a good help for owners of plots with a small area. Some projects one-story houses with a flat roof can be seen in the photos presented in the article.

Two-story houses with a flat roof: what we pay attention to

Projects two-story houses with a flat roof, in their diversity, they are not inferior to one-story ones. As a rule, the first floor is a multifunctional area with a kitchen, dining room, living room, bar, and bathroom, and the second floor is reserved for the sleeping area.

The construction of such structures will require much more time, building materials and therefore financial costs. First of all, Special attention it is necessary to pay attention to the foundation - the foundation. During the construction of a two-story house, they will be used reinforced concrete floors(especially if the design of a house with a flat roof involves its arrangement), and the object will create a huge load on the load-bearing walls and foundation.

In some cases, the roof plays its main and only role, protecting the premises from precipitation and scorching sun rays. But much more interesting projects, in which the roof also serves as a recreational area. Nowadays you can find modern two-story houses with a flat roof equipped with a tennis court, garden and even a swimming pool. The latter is undoubtedly stylish design solution, allowing you to enjoy a beach holiday without leaving home. In this case, it is necessary to take care of the correct calculation of the supporting structure, as well as the system that supplies and drains water.

Frame house with flat roof

Particularly noteworthy is the type of construction that is so common these days as frame house with a flat roof. Its popularity is justified, first of all, by the ease of construction, or rather assembly, and the relatively low cost. There are quite a few options frame structures, which include “Finnish”, “half-timbered” (old German), “Canadian” and others.

Such houses are built on the basis of a frame, the material for which is metal or wood, or sandwich panels. Then a layer of insulation made of polyurethane foam, basalt or mineral wool, which is ultimately covered with cement-bonded particle boards or plywood.

After the structure is erected, its walls are treated facade plaster. The disadvantage that a frame house with a flat roof has is the lightness of its construction. Such buildings, in most cases, are built one-story and rarely two-story. The roof can also be multifunctional, which is worth taking care of before starting construction and providing a strong foundation (the most reliable is a pile-grillage). On the roof you can arrange a small recreation area and plant plants. Experts do not recommend placing bulky objects, such as a swimming pool or tennis court, on the roofs of frame houses.

Houses with a flat roof: setting up a recreation area

As mentioned earlier, a flat roof can provide excellent additional space. Depending on the lifestyle and preferences of the owners, various recreational areas can be located here. The main requirements for any flat roof where people are expected to go out are: good lighting and the presence of curbs. Let's look at some successful projects houses with a multifunctional flat roof, namely:

• House with a roof garden. Here we can distinguish two main options - designing a “green” roof using only lawn grass or planting a full-fledged garden with a rose garden and flower beds. An important nuance is the material from which the house is built, since garden planting will be quite weighty and it is advisable to place it on the roofs of concrete houses, while a green grass lawn can withstand any structure. You can also arrange paths and arrange garden furniture. Plants should be chosen with bendable stems and resistant to hot sunlight. Usually they are planted in containers and, in this form, placed in the desired combination on the roof. The equipment of greenhouses and “mini-gardens” is also quite common.
• Houses with a flat roof equipped with a terrace. One of the modern and rather popular methods of roofing. In this case, it is necessary to pay attention to the coating, for which you can use terrace board. It is also worth taking care of the furniture - it should be practical and moisture resistant, since in an open space it will be exposed to natural factors. When equipping a terrace, you can also create “green” islands with trees and shrubs that create shade in hot weather. It wouldn’t hurt to install a grill or barbecue, allowing you to have a pleasant time with friends over a barbecue.
• Projects of houses with a flat roof equipped with a beach area. Swimming pools and artificial ponds on the roof of a private house, these days, have ceased to be a curiosity. Typically this technique is used on a site whose area is small. Rooftop pools can be built in any shape, open or closed. The main requirements are the supply of communications and the strength of the house structure. Near the pond, as a rule, sun loungers and canopies are placed to protect from direct sunlight; you can also add green spaces to the decor.
• Private houses with a flat roof equipped with a sports ground. A very relevant option in our time, when the trend towards sports and keeping oneself in good shape is growing every day. Any sports activity requires a certain space, which may often not be enough on the site. This is where a flat roof comes in handy. The house's playground with a flat roof can be equipped for playing volleyball, basketball, and tennis. If desired, you can place exercise equipment, horizontal bars (they have the disadvantage that they get very hot in the sun), or arrange a treadmill - it all depends on the personal preferences of the family members living in the house. In any case, you need to take care of the coating - it must be elastic, wear-resistant, absorb moisture well and have a certain degree of roughness to avoid unnecessary falls. Rubberized coatings may be suitable for this, roll materials with artificial grass or natural lawns.

Various designs of houses with a flat roof may involve many options for its arrangement. The article touches only on the fundamental options. Various combinations are also quite acceptable, where, as they say, you can combine business with pleasure. For example, by placing a treadmill in a winter garden equipped on the roof.

Modern houses with a flat roof: photos of house projects made in different styles

Flat roofs allow for more variety in the exterior. At the same time, they will perfectly complement any style in which the main design is maintained. There is an opinion that houses with a flat roof are built in newer directions, such as high-tech, modern and others, but this is not entirely true. The following article will look at houses with a flat roof, the designs of which are made in a wide variety of styles, and the photos successfully confirm this.

Classic style is often used in construction country houses and dachas, as it carries a reminder of culture noble estates- are they rectangular or arched windows, columns, symmetrical facades, decorative carvings and stucco moldings. It would seem how a flat roof could complement such an exterior. It’s very simple, and the photos clearly demonstrate this.

A house with a flat roof is one of the components of the French Art Deco architectural style, which is characterized by chic, scope and outrageousness. When building houses in this style, only natural materials. For the most part, these are stepped structures with towers.

Minimalism is the most progressive style in our time. We can say that houses with a flat roof are a unique attribute of this trend.

Modern is a style in architecture that involves rational designs. As building materials, reinforced concrete, glass and ceramics are widely used for cladding. Frame forms are also used in structures. The flat roof is, to some extent, an innovation in this direction, but has already proven itself on the positive side.

And finally, let’s look at a high-tech house project. This trend originated in the second half of the last century with the period of the beginning of the development of innovative technologies and, to this day, has gained enormous popularity. High-tech style in construction and design involves the use of materials such as metal, glass and plastic. It is important to maintain straight lines and shapes, which can be best emphasized by a flat roof.

Architectural designs for houses with flat roofs offer a wide selection of layouts and areas. The one-story and two-level houses in this collection are truly original and unique. The Z500 company is constantly expanding its collection by adding new modern houses with a flat roof. We wish you enjoy viewing and choosing projects!

Houses with a flat roof (photos, videos, drawings, preliminary designs which can be viewed in this section) resonate with the familiar image of a private country house from childhood. They leave an impression of extravagance, audacity and novelty, which is why they are unusual and increasingly attractive, which explains the demand for them in 2016. The seemingly simple architectural trends of high-tech and constructivism, one of the main features of which are flat roofs, give rise to deceptive impressions. Only high-class architects can create a truly harmonious, stylish, elegant design from a pile of rectangular structures. new house, endowed with comfortable, energy-efficient qualities and functionality. In this section we have collected just such projects of residential cottages with a flat roof, which can be purchased at average market prices.

Layout of flat roof house projects: ease of choice

To make it easier to search for private houses, we have placed two filter options on the catalog page.

By selecting certain parameters in the filter ( architectural style, site parameters, etc.), you can quickly select projects that best meet your wishes (diagrams and sketches are attached to almost all projects). Filters located at the top and to the right of the catalog have no connection with each other. Having selected on the right, for example, projects of cottages with a flat roof measuring from 100 to 150 m2 with an entrance located from the south, you have the opportunity, using the upper filter, to set the display from the cheapest to the most expensive and identify the minimum cost of such projects. Then, having set the choice by width from the minimum in ascending order, you can explore the offers of narrow houses corresponding to the initially selected category. The parameters of the right search form remain unchanged.

Flat roof house project plans: our additions

When choosing house plans with a flat roof, we advise you to carefully study our add-ons offered for order along with the main project. We created them with the goal of simplifying and speeding up the implementation of your favorite project and giving your home more comfort.

“” is a popular option that allows you to achieve maximum compliance of the selected project with the customer’s wishes. More often than not, the layout of flat-roofed houses changes.