Architect for a 2 Bdrm Floorplan
I am looking to create a 2 bedroom apartment in a space that measures aprox. 22ft wide x 45ft deep. I am trying to create a layout that would be attractive to different rental scenarios (e.g. a couple, roomate shares, etc…) Does anyone have a recommendation for an architect that has experience in preparing these…
I am looking to create a 2 bedroom apartment in a space that measures aprox. 22ft wide x 45ft deep. I am trying to create a layout that would be attractive to different rental scenarios (e.g. a couple, roomate shares, etc…) Does anyone have a recommendation for an architect that has experience in preparing these types of layouts at areasonable cost?
what makes 6:53 and expert on brownstone layouts? nothing is that simple.
If it is a brownstone, brownstone lover, the best layout by far for that space is:
Two bedrooms in the back (best to sleep facing the yard where it is quieter than the street.) Same size or one larger than the other, no difference. Hall, bath, and as many closets as you can fit in the middle. Living room wide in front – kitchen narrower (with one window) next to that. You decide how open or closed the kitchen is to the living room, as preferences differ. Done.
oops. do not know why I thought it was garden.
Thanks for the feedback 12:49. The apts will actually be on the 3rd and 4th floors so garden access will not be a problem.
Putting the bedrooms at either end (as 3:59 suggested)will cut off any light and air in the center for living and or kitchen which brings up code issues. You need an architect.
Since the apt will be on the garden level you can move plumbing around inexpensively in the basement. You should consider the classic: two bedrooms in rear(1 large, 1jr), living in front and bathroom and kitchen in the middle (where it is darkest).
Your biggest questions would be: basement access, entry, rear garden access.
As for flexibility, why would you have shares by choice? Just make a nice functional apt
The fact that you seem to think that you can put the kitchen and bathroom anywhere you wish reflects the fact that you do need to consult with an architect — though I would also recommend interviewing contractors early and having them give you feedback instead. Start with the kitchen and bathroom, whose piping you will want to relate to the upstairs kitchen and baths, and work from there.
In addition to knowing how it will look and work, you need to have an architect stamp the drawings that you submit to the DOB for the permit.
Actually 3:59 – that is the same design I had in mind (2 bedrooms on opposite ends). Where did you but the livingroom Kitchen and bathroom?
Just make sure all workers are insured including all subcontractors for a minimum of a one million dollar liability policy.
Don’t forget to get a lien waiver from all workers before your last installment of payment.
Also photocopy all paperwork and receipts,