The space under the roof, which is used as a useful area in the house, is called the attic. Houses with an attic are a profitable solution for those who want to save money, because less materials are consumed than for a full-fledged one. two-story building, but the usable area of ​​the house is the same. This is why attics are so popular. There are many options for solving the attic floor. However, you should not think that the attic has only positive aspects; this room also has its disadvantages, which we will also mention in our article.

Advantages and disadvantages

The main advantage of the attic floor is additional living space in the house

It is no coincidence that a log house with an attic is so popular among private developers, because this building has a lot of advantages, among which the following are worth listing:

1. The main advantage of the attic floor is additional living space in the house. If the roof allows, the attic can have a height and dimensions full floor. As a result, you will get one or two rooms that offer beautiful views of the surrounding landscape. If you add a balcony or terrace to the attic, the comfort of staying on the second floor will greatly increase.
2. Log house with attic floor allows you to save space on the territory suburban area, because in this way you will get maximum usable space with a minimum building area. This solution is ideal for areas small size, since it allows you to fit all the necessary rooms in the house.
3. Using the attic, you can easily zone the space of the house by arranging a quiet sleeping area on the second floor, and on the first floor placing a living room, kitchen and bathrooms.
4. To facilitate construction, the attic floor can be made not from a log house, but from lighter wooden structures. For example, you can sheathe a slatted frame with clapboard. This will in no way spoil the appearance of the building, and on the contrary, will give the house a special style and architectural expressiveness.
5. Since a wooden house retains heat well, the rooms under the roof will also not need additional heating in winter, provided that the roof structures are thoroughly insulated.
6. A log building with an attic will cost less than the construction of a full-fledged two-story house. IN in this case savings are achieved due to the fact that on the second floor there is no need to erect side walls, the functions of which are performed by the roof. As a result, you will be able to significantly save on materials and arrangement of the foundation, because lighter walls do not require a massive capital foundation.
7. An additional advantage of such premises is that they can be completed on already existing house, if the load-bearing capacity of the walls allows this. This option is ideal for those families whose number of people living in the house has increased and the living space on one floor is simply not enough for all family members to live comfortably.
8. The speed of construction and the beautiful appearance of the building are additional advantages of using an attic.

Among the disadvantages of the attic floor, it is worth noting the following:

1. The attic needs effective ventilation, but it must be arranged in such a way as to prevent excessive cooling of the room. Typically, advanced technologies and special diffusion materials are used for this.
2. To prevent condensation from accumulating in the roof structure, which will inevitably form if a heated attic is installed, it is necessary to provide a ventilation gap in the roofing pie that will prevent the insulation from becoming damp.
3. Sometimes rooms under the roof need additional lighting. This applies to houses with large area buildings and several attic rooms. In this case, the only solution will be to install special roof windows. However, their creation entails an increase in the cost of the house structure and additional costs.
4. In the under-roof space there is a so-called “dead zone”. This is the floor area in the place where the rafters fall so low that it will not be possible to install furniture under them and stand in full height. As a result, the usable area of ​​the room will be smaller than on the first floor.
5. Sloping ceilings do not always contribute to creating a comfortable living space.
6. The room needs careful insulation and protection from moisture.
7. Complete or partial absence of an attic where many things could be stored.
8. As roofing covering Not all materials can be used. Natural tiles should be abandoned due to their significant weight. Coverings made of corrugated sheets and metal tiles are not suitable due to increased noise during rain and hail.

Advice: perfect coverage for roofs with an attic floor there are soft roll coverings that dampen noise well during rain and provide good protection from moisture.

Varieties

When choosing projects of log houses with an attic, you should decide in advance on the type of roof, because the total construction area and the usable area of ​​the second floor depend on this. Thus, attic rooms can be equipped under the following types of roofs:

• Single pitch roof. In this case, one inclined slope rests on two opposite walls with different heights. This option is the simplest to implement, but there will not be much savings in wall material, because you will have to make one wall as high as the top level of the rafter support.
• Gable roof- This is a common classic option, ideal for creating roof spaces. In this case, the roof is formed by two slopes, which go in two directions from the ridge. There is a clear saving on wall material here, because you only have to build the gables of the house; the role of the rest of the enclosing structures of the upper rooms is played by the roof.

Advice: you will get additional savings on materials if you make the gables not from a log house, but from cheaper wood material.

• Half-hip and hip roofs. In this case, the roof has a hipped configuration. By the way, the half-hip roof option is considered more profitable, because in this case you can install two full-fledged windows in the end walls. In case of device hip roof The only way to illuminate under-roof spaces is to install attic or dormer windows.
• Broken roof is an option gable roof , when each of the slopes has a kink, which helps to increase the roof space. This is the most suitable roof option if the space underneath is used as a living space. This way you will get the maximum height of the room, and the area of ​​“dead zones” is either completely absent or will be minimal. However, the installation of such a roof is more complex and requires additional consumption of materials.
• Under dome, pyramidal and cone roofs The most difficult thing is to arrange a living space. They are usually used in houses with complex configurations. Arranging such a roof is the most difficult and expensive.

Depending on the height and configuration of the roof, there are two types of attic spaces:

• single-level premises are made under a gable and sloping roof. They may have remote consoles for arranging a balcony or terrace;
• two-level premises can be arranged for complex roof using supports different types and heights.

Important: when selecting mansard roof It is very important to correctly calculate the loads and select suitable materials.

The nuances of arranging an attic room

When designing and building an attic roof, it is worth considering the following nuances:

1. It is advisable to equip living quarters under a roof if the width of the house is at least 5 m. Optimal height the ceiling is not lower than 2-2.5 m. Otherwise, living in such a room will be uncomfortable.
2. In order for the lighting of the roof spaces to be sufficient, windows must occupy at least 15% of the total surface of the walls. Window openings can be mounted on gables or roof slopes. In the latter case, it is necessary to use special roof windows with increased tightness, which have a special opening mechanism.
3. Since attic structures contain a large number of wood and insulation, electrical wiring is best done in special protective tunnels.
4. It is worth considering additional ways to protect the room from noise and moisture, as well as its insulation.
5. It is equally important to provide a comfortable staircase, because you will have to walk along it quite often. It should not take up too much space and at the same time should be comfortable enough to move around.

As you can see, if you correctly approach the design of the attic and the choice of materials for arranging this room, then you can easily get an additional living room that will be no less comfortable and cozy than the premises on the first floor. This way, you can solve the problem of zoning the space of the house by arranging a quiet zone on the second floor, and also solve the issue of comfortable living for all family members, because now you will have enough living space.

Typical wooden projects with an attic

In order not to waste time, consider purchasing a standard project with the area you need - from 100 m2 to 300 m2. There are a lot of standard projects; they can satisfy almost any request. Advantages of ready-made:

• they have already been tested, verified, brought to perfection;
• you will start construction faster because you won’t have to spend time on design;
• quantity building materials already calculated.

However, there are also small disadvantages:

• do not take into account your wishes;
• do not reflect your personality;
• may not be suitable due to inappropriate soil type.

However, you can do it easier - choose a standard wooden attic project, and we will make changes to it for free!

Individual design of attic wooden houses

What to do if you yourself know what yours should look like? future home? Order individual design in our company - with the help of professional architects. All your wishes will be taken into account and agreed with you. Advantages of individual projects:

• taking into account your wishes;
• 100% uniqueness of the project;
• the opportunity for self-expression - after all, you have poured your soul into this project;
• taking into account the features of the terrain and neighboring buildings;

There are also disadvantages, although they are not very significant:

• individual design takes a long time - while you make edits and think about the nuances;
• you need to be in touch with architects and designers to coordinate changes;

Decide what is preferable for you - a standard or individual project, consider all the nuances and contact us. Together we will make the right decision!

Household premises in projects

As you know, garages, bathhouses, and storage rooms make life much easier. They are often placed side by side on the site, but we advise you to think about designing a wooden one in advance attic house, combined with a garage or bathhouse.

A wooden project with a garage and attic is an economical and smart option. In this case, access to the car is provided directly from the house. IN winter cold or in the autumn pouring rain it is much more convenient to get into the car from a dry and warm room.

It is worth providing a bathhouse and utility rooms in the house. This is just as convenient as in the case of a garage - access is provided both from the home and from the street. On our website you will find a wide variety of projects wooden houses with an attic - with a garage, with a bathhouse, with a winter garden.

Prices and photos of attic projects made of wood

Check out a wide selection of standard projects of wooden houses and cottages with an attic - each of them with a price and photo. Our architects and designers have the necessary knowledge and extensive experience, so they can conveniently and competently design rooms even in a small house.

In any case, you will receive low prices and fast turnaround times!

You can order designs of houses built from logs of any complexity from a construction organization. Professional designers will be able to choose a solution that fully satisfies the wishes of the future owner, taking into account the possible amount of financial costs.

IMPORTANT! A well-designed project reduces construction costs by up to 30%. The project is the basis, without which it is impossible to begin actual construction.

The preparation of project documentation should be entrusted to professional architects and estimators. Then the result is guaranteed to be:

• modern solutions;
• use of construction innovations by specialists;
• optimal cost calculation
• official confirmation of the total cost.

The layout of one-story log cabins or houses with several floors may differ in the size of the rooms, their number, and purpose. If it is impossible to build a full-fledged log house with 2 floors, we offer the option of arranging a log house with a practical attic.

Log house 10x10

This size of the house is quite suitable for family living. You can use the log house as guest house, Mini Hotel.

The layout of one floor of the house includes:

• 2 bedrooms;
• bathroom;
• comfortable kitchen-living room;
• spacious hall;
• corridor;
• porch.

Characteristics of this log house:

1. external size – 10x10;
2. height – 3m;
3. d logs – 24cm;
4. type of cutting - in a bowl;
5. complete set – wall set

Log house 9x9

Ideal for country houses and country cottages. Can be used as a mini-hotel, guest house.

Photo 3 shows a plan for a 9x9 log house, which includes:

• spacious living room;
• comfortable kitchen-dining room;
• bedroom;
• bathroom;
• hallway vestibule;
• porch.

Characteristics of this log house:

1. external size – 9x9;
2. height – 3m;
3. dlogs – 24cm;
4. type of cutting - in a bowl;
5. complete set - wall set.

Similarly, you can choose projects for log houses measuring 8x8.

Log house 6x8

Sizes fit country house, baths Typical projects may be different. We will give an example of a popular layout, successfully complemented by an attic.

The project includes the layout of the following premises:

• 2 bedrooms on the first floor;
• 2 bedrooms in the attic;
• kitchen;
• bathroom;
• first floor hall;
• attic floor hall;
• balcony;
• porch.

Characteristics of this log house:

• external dimensions – 9x9;
• height of the first floor – 3m;
• material – profiled timber;
• type of cutting - in a bowl.

Similarly, you can plan a log house measuring 6x6.

IMPORTANT! Layouts, sketches are part of projects. The main component is the right technological solutions.

Log house projects

Log houses are distinguished by their naturalness and attractive forms. Environmentally friendly log house is ensured by the use of exclusively natural, non-toxic materials in construction:

• coniferous tree logs;
• interventional insulation of natural origin: moss, flax jute.

Photo 1 - Log house

Log house projects can use construction technologies from rounded logs or from debarked logs.

Mandatory documentation

Projects should include the following sections:

• sketch part;
• specification;
• technological maps required for direct assembly.

The sketch part consists of:

• explanatory note;
• plan ground floor(foundation);
• floor plan;
• facades, including color scheme;
• longitudinal, transverse section.

The designer must take into account the features of the construction of log houses:

• shrinkage;
• standard manufactured sizes of logs/beams. It will be necessary to take into account when calculating joints for large wall sizes;
• a house made from logs can only have 4 corners.

The finished project is approved by official authorities. After receiving all visas, approvals, permits, a permit for the upcoming construction is issued, which is the basis for the start of construction.

Estimate

An estimate is drawn up in accordance with the approved project. Qualified engineers will help you accurately determine the cost of the materials listed in the specification, the cost of equipment, and labor costs.

Photo 2 - Estimate

The estimate includes:

• explanatory note;
• consolidated estimate or local estimate on the basis of such calculation;
• resource statement;
• calculation of OPR (general production expenses).

Based on the available estimate, a Contract Price can be drawn up - a document fixing the full cost of work on the construction of a log house.

Log house projects price

The price of each project differs due to the complexity, scale of construction, and sections included in the project.

So, the minimum price is $6-8 per 1 m 2 of log house. Famous construction companies They practice free preparation of design documentation when ordering from a house construction organization according to a given project.

Beautiful and noble appearance have attic Houses built from natural logs. When drawing up projects, all technical safety requirements, as well as SNiP standards, are taken into account. Thanks to this, cottages with an attic are reliable, safe and durable.

Advantages of attic houses made of logs

Houses made of logs have the following advantages:

1. Environmental cleanliness and aesthetic appeal of the structure.

2. High degree of thermal insulation of premises.

3. The special atmosphere of a wooden structure, which has a beneficial effect on human well-being and health.

4. Affordable cost of building construction.

5. Lightness of construction.

A beautiful and functional addition wooden house will become attic. It will significantly increase the usable area of ​​the house and will become a real decoration of the facade of the building.

How are projects of houses with a log attic drawn up?

Do you want to build a high-quality and reliable wooden house with an attic that will serve you and your descendants faithfully for many decades? Entrust its design to professionals. Specialists of the StroyExpress company are engaged in the development of high-quality projects with a log attic: They have helped hundreds of clients, and they will help you too!

The following points are taken into account during the design process:

1. Features of the area where the construction of a residential building is planned. The type of soil, the characteristics of groundwater, climate and terrain are taken into account.

2. Type of building materials used for the construction of an attic house.

3. Layout of premises, number of floors and area of ​​the building.

4. Roof type.

5. Conducting engineering communications.

6. Availability of extensions.

Attic houses, the construction of which uses environmentally friendly log- a real dream of owners of suburban areas. StroyEspress specialists will help turn any wishes into reality by designing a reliable and beautiful building, taking into account all the wishes and requirements of the customer, as well as in accordance with the technical requirements.