Redesigning a Standard Two-Room Apartment: How It Was Done

Recently, we told about the interior of a standard two-room apartment from series II-29 based on Galina Berezkina's project. Today, we'll go into a bit more detail about how the designer improved the layout and found space for storage systems.

What do we know about this apartment?Area45 sq. mRooms2Budget2.5 MILLION RUBLES

Combined Kitchen and Living Room

The apartment owner plans to cook at home, so the tiny kitchen needed to be enlarged. To do this, a wall was demolished between the kitchen and living room, merging both spaces into one. The apartment has gas, and to approve the redesign, a sliding partition was installed.

Since the entrance to the kitchen was moved, a niche formed in the corner. It was fitted with a refrigerator and storage system.

Isolated the Bedroom

The bedroom with a balcony is the owner's private space. Therefore, it was completely separated from the common area. Originally, the entrance to the bedroom was located in a niche. It was relocated and the room geometry was adjusted. The area remained almost unchanged.

Expanded the Entryway

A full-size wardrobe didn't fit in the tiny entryway, so the hallway was widened. To achieve this, the entrance to the bedroom was moved.

Expanded the Bathroom

A small bathroom is a timeless issue in standard apartments. The designer suggested enlarging it by using part of the hallway. Now, it easily accommodates a washing machine (not on the kitchen counter) and a towel and toiletries storage cabinet. Also an important feature for any woman.

What was the result?