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| Black on White Residence by Parasite Studio Posted: 02 Oct 2012 08:07 AM PDT Parasite Studio have designed minimalist house that offers a simple living in urban area in Timisoara, Romania. Seen from the outside, the interior functions are divided in two typologies: spaces of a strong public character, those of the day routine, located on the ground-floor, opened and fluid and the private spaces that host the night activities, located on the first floor and enclosed in a black volume. The living room, kitchen and dining area are open functional areas contained by a large space, partially delimited by the white walls, similar to the courtyards. On the ground floor the space remains fluid, white and strongly flooded by natural light, minimally furnished with simple volumes. The large windows allow almost complete opening, counting on the flexibility of the interior/exterior delimitation. The interior path from the public areas towards the private ones on the first floor is led long a dark colored wall which supports the white embedded steps of the stair.  Photos © Attila Wenczel | courtesy of Parasite Studio Description from Parasite Studio The whole space on the ground level, the exterior one of the courtyard and the interior one of the living areas is divided and ordered by a series of white walls that cross it, support the box that comprises the bedroom and split it into five exterior courtyards, differently orientated and having different degrees of permeability. Seen from the outside, the interior functions are divided in two typologies: spaces of a strong public character, those of the day routine, located on the ground-floor, opened and fluid and the private spaces that host the night activities, located on the first floor and enclosed in a black volume. From the inside the delimitation is much more flexible and can be largely dictated by its users. The living room, kitchen and dining area are open functional areas contained by a large space, partially delimited by the white walls, similar to the courtyards. On the ground floor the space remains fluid, white and strongly flooded by natural light, minimally furnished with simple volumes. The large windows allow almost complete opening, counting on the flexibility of the interior/exterior delimitation.” Details please contact Parasite Studio webiste.  Photos © Attila Wenczel | courtesy of Parasite Studio       The post Black on White Residence by Parasite Studio appeared first on Home & House Design Ideas | Interior. |
| What is a hip-to-gable loft conversion? Posted: 02 Oct 2012 07:30 AM PDT In the current economic climate, many homeowners in the UK are choosing to improve rather than move – and it’s easy to see why. One of the easiest ways to create extra room in your home is to have a loft conversion, if this is a suitable option for your property. There are several different ways in which you can alter the space at the top of your house, of which a hip-to-gable conversion is just one.  What is a hip-to-gable loft conversion? What is a hip-to-gable conversion? As the name suggests, a hip-to-gable loft conversion involves changing one end of your roof from a hip to a gable. What this means in practical terms is that you will remove the hip – or sloped edge of your roof – and rebuild it as a gable, which is flat. The end result is considerably more space in your loft, which is just what you’ll require if you want to fit an extra bedroom or a study into your home. Can I have a hip-to-gable conversion? Not all properties in the UK have hipped roofs, so if your house is not designed in this way, you won’t be able to go for a hip-to-gable conversion. Of course, if this is the case, there are several other kinds of loft alteration projects you can take on, including dormer, Velux and Mansard conversions. Your roof should also be at least 2.2 m high, otherwise it will be necessary to replace the entire roof, rather than just the end section, to make this kind of conversion possible. Another thing to take into consideration is planning permission, which you may need to apply for depending on the size of your scheme and whether there are any restrictions on extensions in your particular area. Hip-to-gable conversions change the outline shape of your roof, so if you are unsure, it is best to get in touch with your local planning office first to find out whether this is a permitted development or one that you need approval for. At present, you can add up to 40 cubic metres of roof space to a terraced house and up to 50 cubic metres of extra room in a semi-detached or detached property. As you would expect, you’re also required to ensure any conversion you carry out is in keeping with the rest of your home and those on your street. Planning for a hip-to-gable loft conversion If there are no restrictions on your property and you are able to go ahead with your project, the next thing to do is organise the actual building work. As this type of conversion involves substantial remodelling of your roof, it is best to choose a time of year when the weather is more likely to be fine. As well as the expense of hiring contractors and builders to do the conversion, you’ll also need to account for the cost of materials, hiring a scaffolding rig and any other equipment you may need, and the installation of electrics – and plumbing if you’re going to put a bathroom in the loft. You also need to be prepared for the disruption of a hip-to-gable conversion, as it will usually involve between five and six weeks of work to finish. This is, of course, a rough guide and you should get a more accurate idea of how long the process will last from your contractor, as there may be specific features on your home that mean the job could take longer. It is always best to allow for some delays when embarking on any kind of construction project at your property. The post What is a hip-to-gable loft conversion? appeared first on Home & House Design Ideas | Interior. |
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