Help with upstairs layout
Hi, first time posting. Have just moved into a 4 bed house and think the upstairs could do with a re-jig. At the moment there are two double bedrooms and two singles. The bathroom is fairly small and there is a big wasted space (large cupboard above the stairs). There is a small space in the master bedroom with a small shower and sink but no space for a toilet.
As a minimum I think we somehow need to fit in an en suite, but ideally we would balance the bedrooms so they are more evenly sized to create 4 doubles if at all possible. Maybe move stairs to do this? We have looked into extending over the garage but I think that is beyond our budget. Any ideas gratefully received!
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Kelly E
4 years ago
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4 years agoYour existing layout really isn't very bad, but it's not going to grow by moving walls and enlarging your ensuite. So either accept it's size and perhaps reconfigure bed#2 and #3, or turn it into 3 good sized bedrooms.
I had a little fun with your floorplan, here's three bedrooms and two bathrooms:
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Comments (11)Opening up some will surely help. Like Jonathan said, there are many many options. I changed the hallway, some coat space, double glass door to let in more light, loo. Then kitchen with pantry, as there are plenty full bathrooms. Backdoor for muddy/wet shoes on the side. Since it is such a large space, how about a massive sofa in the lounge? And window seat, if height allows. Keep the downstairs bedroom and bathroom, as it can be a playroom, a guestroom (b&b?) or even future master bed. I did open up the dressing area, to make it brighter. Washing machine could go anywhere, I drew them there, but it would be quite the walk with hampers, so might it be an idea to place it upstairs (eaves storage perhaps?). Upstairs I opened up the study, as the master bedroom ate the window. I tried keeping most loadbearing walls (or which seemed to be) though the chimney on the left had to go anyway. Kept the landing storage, for linen, towels, seasonal clothing, christmas decoration, there are always things that need a place. Certainly move the heater though (if it's still there). Also think about heating, insulation, efficiency. Things that will make it more comfortable and pay themselves back in the long run. Planning is key. Hope it will help with creating your future layout and dreamhouse pleasures....See MoreHow to design the upstairs to be a better layout
Comments (5)Hi Jackie, thank you for posting a new picture. You have different options here, see below: Option 1 - using the current bathroom (blue room) as family bathroom and creating an ensuite in bedroom 2. Option 2 - Having bedroom 4 as ensuite (together with the current bathroom) and building a wall in the middle of bedroom 2 so you can accommodate a family bathroom. Option 3 - Have you considered having the study in the eaves storage ? this would give you another empty space to work with. I would say that everything depends on the use you want to do of the space, have you chosen which bedroom you will use? What about the other bedrooms, what will it be their purpose? Perhaps guest bedroom or something else? As I said in my previous post, your house has a great potential so I don't see why you coudn't get what you are wishing for. I would love to help you further and assist you with layout options, floor plans, moodboards, as well as trade discounts access. Please visit my website www.amuriinteriors.co.uk Best of luck with your project, Ketty...See MoreKelly E
4 years agorinked
4 years agoA bit like this?
Bigger main bathroom, slightly smaller bed2, but larger bed3, still reasonably size master bed with ensuite.
I also added a landing cupboard, because they're really handy to store towels, soap+shampoos, bedding, etc.
Kelly E
4 years ago
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