Buying a summer cottage is just the beginning. It needs to be planned, to choose the best house, to develop a general concept for its design. In this article, we will consider the most different projects country houses. From the smallest for one room, to very roomy - for 100 squares of usable area.
With veranda and terrace
When choosing a plan country house often try to find a project with a veranda or terrace. Similar covered area good not only for relaxing or dining on outdoors. On a rainy or hot day, under a canopy, you can do a lot of things that, due to a large number do not make garbage in the premises.
On a common foundation
There are projects of country houses with a veranda small area: the smallest are 6 * 4 meters in size, and the veranda occupies 2 meters along the long side, and the house itself is 4 * 4 meters or 16 square meters (taking into account the thickness of the walls, even less).
Another option - one room, in which there is space for several kitchen cabinets and a stove, costs a small dinner table and eat sleeping area. This layout is ideal for one person. Two people will feel good in it. IN this option There is no bathroom, so you will have to separate.
The layout of a country house of a small area (up to 40 meters) is quite simple: usually there are two rooms, the first of which is used as a kitchen and dining room at the same time. Most of the time it is a pass. The second room is living. More or less comfortably accommodate two beds here. So the projects of country houses with an attic of 6 * 4 meters are designed for 1-2 people.
If the construction budget is very limited, consider country house projects with pitched roof. They are unusual for our country, but the cost of a roof with a small area is much less. You just need to choose the right one (taking into account the amount of snow cover).
A medium-sized country house is shown in the photo above. The project is interesting in that the veranda here was originally “winter”, glazed. Most holders open verandas come to the need to glaze it, but for a pleasant pastime in the air. In this project, the veranda is a continuation of the living room, but a partition can be installed here. In general, a convenient and comfortable house with a traditional layout, all rooms are separate, there is a bathroom, a fenced-off corridor. All conditions for year-round living.
On a separate foundation
Please note that the above projects of country houses with a veranda have a common foundation. This is reliable, since even with spring heaving of the soil there will be no movement. But the cost of the foundation is significant. Therefore, such an approach is justified on complex soils prone to heaving. In normal soils, you can make a veranda on a separate, disconnected and lightweight (usually columnar or pile) foundation. One such project is presented below.
In general, a veranda can be attached to any building. It can be laid at the design stage, or it can be attached after (as happens very often).
Small country house 6 * 4.5 with a veranda on a separate foundation
The veranda can completely occupy one of the sides of the house, it can cover two or even three of its sides. But there are options with a small open area (as in the photo above). The foundation in this case may be separate, but there will not be much savings. For example, in the above project, only 1.1 meters of the “main foundation” were “won”.
We are so accustomed to comfort that even in the country we do not want to have "conveniences in the yard." For many, the main selection criterion is the availability of a bathroom. Even the need does not scare them. Not all projects of country houses of a small area can boast of such an "excess", but some have a bathroom (toilet and shower).
with attic
The idea to increase living space at the expense comes up often. It is believed that construction costs do not increase much, since most of superstructures - a modified roof. In reality, if the attic is operated all year round, the difference in the price tag on two-storey house and one-story with an attic will be small. After all, it must be taken into account that the area of \u200b\u200bthe premises of the attic floor is much smaller, and the costs will be high, since good heat, sound, vapor barrier is required.
Attics under a gable roof
A country house with a summer attic is really cheap. But at the same time, it must be taken into account that on sunny days without insulation it will be too hot there, so thermal insulation is still necessary, but not as “serious” as for winter operation.
A country house with a summer attic is really cheap. But at the same time, it must be taken into account that on sunny days without insulation it will be too hot there, so thermal insulation is still necessary, but not as “serious” as for winter operation.
The projects of country houses presented above are intended for seasonal visits. They only provide living rooms. In the room on the first floor, you can organize a kitchenette.
Below is the layout of a small garden or country house measuring 5 by 5 meters with a dedicated kitchen. Please note that the porch is attached and is not on the plan.
All these houses are designed as frame houses. With slight modifications, these projects will work for houses made of any other material. Only it will be necessary to take into account the thickness of the walls, choose the right foundation.
If desired, the covered veranda can be made open. However, the opposite usually happens. Having built an open one, it is glazed or driven out to half the wall, single frames are installed. If you want fresh air, you can always open the windows, and the area can be set aside for a summer dining room or kitchen.
How to increase the area of the attic floor
All projects of country houses with attic floor made under gable roof. This is good in the sense that the snow will not linger on such steep slopes. The second plus is easy rafter system. Minus - a small area of \u200b\u200ba “full-fledged” room at the top. Too much wasted space around the edges. There you can make cabinets, but this area is unsuitable for housing.
If it is important for you to increase the living space, the roof can be made broken. It is more difficult to construct and more expensive, but the area of the premises on the attic floor is much larger.
Another way to increase the area is to drive the walls above the level of the first floor. They say to build "one and a half floors." This option is good for cottages that are visited during the cold season. The roof can be made as you like, but a large area of \u200b\u200brooms still turns out under a broken line.
An example of a one and a half floor
When choosing a project for a country house with an attic for periodic visits, it is better to make the attic cold, and make the ceiling insulated. On the stairs leading to the second floor, it is necessary to provide a door / cover that will enclose the upper tier. Otherwise, heating will take a lot of fuel and time. In winter, there are usually fewer people, visits are short-term. Warming up both floors is too long and expensive, so it's not a bad solution.
Projects of two-story country houses
Construction two-story house not such an expensive undertaking. The foundation is still needed one, albeit more powerful, but its cost does not increase twice, but by 60%. The dimensions and insulation of the roof do not depend on the number of storeys at all, so there is no need to increase investments here. Wall costs are added - their area is twice as large, but in general the cost square meter area is cheaper than the construction of a similar one-story dwelling. Because many are looking for projects of two-story cottages.
The project of a small two-story house for a summer residence with an attached garage: living area 100 sq. m, total 127 sq. m, garage for one car
The above project is designed for aerated concrete or ceramic building blocks. Suitable for elongated areas. The attached garage is very convenient to use - you can get into the house from the garage. Another plus: this option saves space on the site, and it is always small in the country, no matter how large the plot you have.
In this layout option, a spacious terrace is supposed to be on the back of the house. It is not included in the total area of the house. Interesting design makes the house different from others: big window one and a half floors, a cubic-shaped garage and a shed in front of the house - do not affect the price tag too much, but make the house unique.
Another two-storey cottage project with a garage attached to the side is presented above. This option is more suitable for square or wide areas. Building spot in plan - 10 * 10 meters, living area - 108 square meters. The high windows on the second floor give this house an unusual look. The selection of finishing materials, a combination of light beige and brown. All in all, an interesting project.
A non-standard type of two-story house with a balcony that encircles the entire building. On the back is a large outdoor terrace. The roof is hipped, which complicates the construction, but gives the building a special flavor.
With a bath
For many, the dacha is associated with a bath. The bath, of course, can be built separately, but it is long and expensive. IN country house medium in size, it is quite possible to take the room under the steam room. It is usually done with an entrance from the bathroom / bathroom, as water procedures necessary. For true bathers, there should still be an exit to the street nearby: so that you can quickly cool off in a river or an outdoor pool.
The minimum dimensions of the steam room are 2 * 2 meters, the optimal ones are 3 * 3. Such premises can be entered even in houses of a small area, but the amount of living space will decrease. If there should still be enough rooms, you can consider the option with an attic floor. One such example is pictured below.
Pay attention to the layout. The first thing to focus on is that the stove is installed in such a way that it is heated from the next room. In this case, it's the rest room. The option is not too good, since the entrance is far away. You will have to carry firewood across the room, which is inconvenient and usually fraught with a lot of garbage.
Another drawback: in the above version there is no kitchen. For country life this is a major drawback. Kitchen corner can be arranged in big room, for bedrooms placed exclusively upstairs. Another planning option is to make a kitchen in the current “furnace / rest room”. Resting is more convenient in a large room. After taking a shower, it is convenient to go there.
Small and inexpensive
Small dachas are usually designed for the most inexpensive construction technologies. In our country, this is frame technology and wooden houses. Approximately in the same category, houses made of porous building blocks (,). But they are still not that popular.
Projects of country houses for frame technology
Small country houses are usually built according to frame technology. , you can buy ready - prefabricated. These are two technologies that minimal cost money and time allow you to have a good country house.
To optimize the budget for building a country house, look for projects whose foundation on the plan is a rectangle or square. The presence of any protrusions leads to an increase in the cost per square meter. Not only do the costs of the foundation increase, the area of \u200b\u200bthe walls increases, and, therefore, the cost of them. The roof is also more expensive - the truss system is more complicated, there are more complex nodes.
Layout of a country house 6 * 4 with a kitchen, a toilet, a summer veranda
Another point for those who plan to visit the cottage in winter time. So that when walking back and forth from the house, he does not “run away” warm air, it is desirable to make an entrance with a vestibule. If the area does not allow it to be built-in, make an extension. This will greatly reduce fuel consumption and time to warm up the house.
Beam and log
One of the most common building materials in our camp: timber and logs. The advantage is that a small country house is being built very quickly. Minus - with prolonged shrinkage (from six months to a year, depending on the initial moisture content of the log and climatic conditions). Before the end of the period of active shrinkage, carry out Finishing work not worth it, which delays the possibility of operating the building. This does not apply to standing log cabins (ready-made kits) or glued beams. But the price is solid (two times) for such options is higher.
A small country house made of 4 * 4 timber is a very simple project
If we talk about the smallest country houses, then they are 4 by 4 meters in size. Doing less just doesn't make sense. The layout in this case is quite simple: it is just one room. They can differ only in the orientation to the cardinal points, the number and location of windows. More doors can be located in the middle or on the side. All. Options are over.
A little more in area will be a house of 6 * 4 meters. Here, in a "pure" form, we have about 22 squares of area, place 14-15 in the previous version. The layout still does not differ in variety, but it is already possible to fence off the kitchen area.
If we talk about optimal costs, then the above projects of country houses are not the most the best option. The fact is that timber or log cottages are best done 6 * 6 in plan. The fact is that the standard length of both timber and logs is 6 meters. If the walls of your house are smaller, you need to either look for a non-standard of a suitable length, or saw off the excess from the standard ones. Yes, non-standard costs much less, but you will have to look for it at different sawmills. Even at the largest sawmill, it is more than difficult to find timber or logs 4-5 meters long in sufficient quantity for construction. So you have to "iron" all nearby. It is difficult to say what the quality of the material will be in this case. Although, if it doesn’t “burn” with you, you can buy the same non-standard logs for several years, put them in piles, bringing them to operational humidity. All in all, this is a good plan. It just takes a lot of time to implement.
If you think that the small area of your country house is a good reason why it cannot be beautiful, comfortable and cozy, then think again! We have selected photos of amazing country houses, the area of which does not exceed 40 sq.m. And most of them are much smaller! You will see inspiring examples of the successful organization of a small space.
Summer residents create houses that are not only compact, comfortable and beautiful, but also incredibly original, and the photos of houses in these summer cottages are truly unique.
Country house with two bedrooms on different levels: 7 photos
This house, with the exception of the porch and carport, has an area of 37.6 sq.m. Despite small size, it has two bedrooms - one downstairs, the other in the attic.
The house combines a seating area, a dining room and a compact kitchen built along rear wall. At the entrance to the house from the side of the carport there is a wardrobe closet.
On the other side of the house is a small bedroom.
Next to the bedroom is the bathroom, which is accessible from both the living room and the bedroom.
In the attic above the bedroom and bathroom is the second bedroom.
Because the upper bedroom is spacious enough, then if the family is small, but likes to receive guests, you can increase the area of \u200b\u200bthe living room on the lower floor, abandoning the bedroom there.
For the same purpose, you can make a wider terrace at the entrance to the house, which will also give more space for guests.
Modern country house with a loft style: 6 photos
The area of the house in the photo is a little more than 37 sq.m, the house has a living room, a kitchen-dining room, a bathroom and 2 bedrooms. 
Looking at photos of the interior, it's hard to believe that it all fits into this tiny space.
Thanks to the large number of windows and light, from the inside the house does not seem small at all. On the contrary, it creates a feeling of spaciousness and comfort at the same time.
Behind the kitchen are the bathroom and bedroom. The place under the stairs to the attic is used as a storage room.
Small bedroom downstairs large windows seems light and cozy.
In the attic there is a fairly spacious children's bedroom.
Country house with a bright interior: 3 photos
And this lovely house, immersed in greenery, was built by a married couple with their own hands. They did absolutely all the work themselves (including making furniture!), and it took them six years to build this house!
The interior of the house is filled with retro things and bright colors.
As well as original design solutions.
Original hut house: 4 photos
This pretty country house captivates with its atmosphere: the tree is everywhere in it, and this creates a unique charm. But admit it, you are one of those who look at such houses and sigh: “Yes, it’s original, but it’s difficult to properly place everything in such a house ...»
Let's see its interior, how everything is conveniently placed in this small space. The stairs lead to a cozy bedroom.
And on the ground floor there is a neat compact kitchen, a living room and a surprisingly spacious bathroom.
The kitchen has access to the terrace at the back of the house.
But the main thing in this house is the spirit of solitude and quiet life.
Practical country house 25 sq.m
Beautiful and functional - no extravagance. It is not difficult to imagine such a house standing in the most ordinary village or on suburban area.
The same can be said about the interior.
The house has everything you need, while its area is only 25 square meters.
Country house from a construction trailer.
It turns out that a construction trailer can be turned into a stunning open-plan country house.
At the same time, the space inside such a structure cannot be called cramped.
Inside there is absolutely everything for a comfortable life up to the shower and toilet.
Unusual country house in the form of a castle.
This house rightfully bears the proud name of a miniature castle. Being located quite high in the mountains, it impresses not only with its design, but also with picturesque views.
Despite its modest size, there was room for everything inside, including a bedroom, modern kitchen, fireplace and - of course! - rocking chair.
Country house from old windows.
We change everything to new ones, while throwing away a lot of old windows of varying degrees of wear. The owner of this house is just installing windows, and she was always tormented by the desire to find a use for still good old windows. This is how the house was built.
The special charm of this house is given by various cozy little things: iron bed, old painting. Huge windows let in a sea of light, so sleeping until twelve in such a bedroom is unlikely to succeed!
Country house with a sleeping attic: 9 photos
This 31.2 sq.m country house is made from used materials: wood and roofing iron, at the same time, for safety reasons, the electrical wiring and plumbing in the house are brand new.
Downstairs the open plan kitchen is connected to the living room. This small room It is quite comfortable for relaxing and accommodates a sofa and an armchair. In addition, a folding dining table is provided on the back wall of the kitchen island.
It is also possible to place dining area on the covered veranda at the back of the house.
The bathroom is located behind the kitchen and is equipped with a toilet, sink and shower.
As you can see on the plan, next to the bathroom there is a pantry, and at both ends of the house, the country house has sleeping attics.
On the one hand, the bed is located above the bathroom. The stairs up are successfully combined with a rack for the kitchen.
At night, the house is lit by candles, oil lamps, and electricity accumulated from solar panels during the day.
Country house in the trunk of an old spruce.
But the first place in terms of originality should be given to this incredible structure. It is so small that it is very difficult to call it home. But the history of its creation is truly fantastic! The fact is that this house is carved by hand from the trunk of a giant spruce. All this enormous work was done by the artist Noel Wotten alone. It took him 22 years.
So if you dream of a small cozy country house, then know that your dream is feasible!
Country houses are not usually intended for year-round use, but this does not mean at all that you can neglect the design of the premises. For a country house, no matter what style it is decorated in, more thin walls And autonomous systems heating, and water supply.
Features of suburban buildings
The modern interior of a country house often resembles the design of city apartments. Today, house designs from wooden materials, although brick, cinder block and other options for building materials are no less often used.
The choice may depend interior dachas:
- wooden walls can be left unfinished, and you get rooms in rustic style;
- for a country house made of panels, an interior in modern style using decorative plaster or paints;
- the interior of a country house made of brick or cinder block requires serious finishing work.
For any country house, you will need to prepare all the surfaces of the walls, ceiling and floor. This is ensured by a full range of rough work, which represents the leveling of surfaces, as well as their preparation for the application or installation of finishing materials.
Fireplaces, Russian stoves of a country house
The center of the interior of a country house are many designers or who are gaining popularity again, displacing the gas and electric systems that replaced them not so long ago.
Among the advantages of such heating, experts note:
- stoves and fireplaces look great in the interior of a country house in the living room, kitchen or bedroom;
- they can be decorated in a rustic style or given modern look design;
- a fireplace can be made one of the design elements of a Russian stove for beauty, as well as efficient heating;
- such systems do not require gas or electricity, and fuel is cheap.
For the interior of a country house, a fireplace will be simple ideal option, as it becomes a practical element heating system, but also emphasizes the special atmosphere of a country dwelling. This is exactly the detail that the owners of city apartments cannot afford, because in the country the fireplace is very relevant.
Furnishing of premises
What is also typical for a country house is that they usually use old furniture for interior decoration, which is taken out after being replaced with a new one from a city apartment.
This imposes some features of the country interior:
- he is a mixture various styles in design;
- often people decorate the interior in the country with their own hands, make home-made furniture;
- the colorful and varied design belongs to the kitsch style, and the soft one is simply called country style.
It looks good at home, on which they usually equip an outdoor recreation area. Veranda glazing is a good modern move to protect the room from the wind, but to maintain an open view and a beautiful view of the picturesque courtyard.
Beds and homemade furniture
Another feature of the house cottage style is the need for additional beds.
The interior of a country house is approached from the position of practicality in the first place, because the sofas are usually selected folding, with the ability to expand. This is required, since a lot of people periodically gather at the dacha, relatives and friends come for weekends or holidays.
Furniture in a variety of styles will fit into the decor of a country house, and mixing is acceptable. different styles for the interior design of such a house. But it looks best in the country wooden furniture, even if these are outdated options and models. It is only very important that the house is cozy and comfortable for everyone who lives in it from time to time, since the atmosphere should relax and help to relax.
Complementing the interior with handmade furniture
Rustic country interior does not require serious financial investments - it does not make sense, and is not rational.
If there is no old furniture, which could be transported from the apartment to the country house, then you can try to make it yourself. Also relevant homemade designs in the house, including partitions or verandas.
Fine homemade furniture looks far from every style:
- Provence is good for a bright and gentle country house;
- wooden structures look great with country style;
- rustic style allows you to combine any furniture options;
- very bright and unusual style loft for any premises;
- will be bright and free.
A modern interior for a summer residence can be decorated with wooden finishing materials or stone. Loft allows places not to use Decoration Materials, as it is a style feature.
Planning, its features
On the plan of a small country house there may be only one room combined with a kitchen, and there may also be several rooms that are typical for a classic house for year-round use.
If you plan to regularly receive guests, then you should get a dining room. And if a small number of people are planned to stay at the dacha, then limit yourself to the minimum area.
Allowed to give:
- thin walls and partitions;
- lack of electric or gas heating;
- makeshift staircases and dining on the verandas.
Dachas are usually used in the summer, and therefore there is no need to ensure that the heating is sufficient for living in the winter. Although if you plan to spend winter holidays in the country, then you need to create independent heating.
designer stuff
The interior design of the cottage involves the use of a large number decorative elements, including outdated decorations from city apartments.
When a person does not have old things in stock, then an excellent move to decorate the house and revitalize the situation will be:
- flowers or artificial trees in massive tubs;
- light curtains combined with a lot of wood;
- semi-antique lamps or with a minimum of decorations.
Pictures or copies look great at the dachas. However, it is not recommended to store valuable canvases in dachas, because it is such housing that is more susceptible to attacks by thieves and marauders if long time remains without owners. It's good when a country house is located on the territory of a protected village, but this is typical only for suburban villages near big cities. Otherwise, there is a great risk of robbery if the house is decorated with very valuable items.
Private house bathroom
For rustic decor, old-fashioned, outdated cast-iron bathtubs are used, mounted on large legs, often made in the form of animal paws. Often, and this is a great alternative to street summer soul and village toilet.
For the bathroom of a country house are typical:
- installation of an autonomous sewer system;
- the location of the water pipes under the desired slope;
- space saving and compact environment.
If you have or plan to have children, then you should take care of stone or tile flooring. This will allow children to play without fear of getting the floor boards wet, as the wood can rot quite quickly from water and moisture.
Features of the design of the kitchen
Kitchen in country house can be designed in both modern and classical style, and wide windows in this room are of great importance - they allow you to save on lighting during the daytime, since bright sunlight enters the kitchen through the windows.
In this case, it is necessary to choose a furniture option for the kitchen from materials that are not afraid of not only moisture and pollution, but also direct sunlight. There are usually few lockers in the country kitchen, since the main part of the dishes is usually stored in permanent housing, and only the most necessary is located in the country house.
Bouquets of fresh or, or flowers in pots can freshen up the atmosphere. Still lifes in reality and in paintings also look good. Despite the fact that we are talking about a country country house, you should not abandon the modern household appliances, which can greatly facilitate the work of cooking and cleaning, so that the rest becomes complete, and household chores do not interfere.
Country houses outside
Country houses are great for spending time in in summer or spring, and garden plantings are usually placed in front of the building. Vegetable gardens with greenhouses are often taken out to the backyard, or even outside the courtyard. If there is space, then it will be relevant to install a pool or a pond with fountains and streams in the courtyard of the country house.
Paths to the house lay out decorative brick or poured with concrete, and unpretentious flowers are planted along them, which do not require regular watering and care.
To facilitate the care of the yard, you can use special coatings with lawn grass, and lighting can be done with built-in motion sensors.
As soon as winter begins to fade on the street, every day it becomes warmer, and summer residents increasingly begin to gather on their suburban areas. But it’s true, what could be better than outdoor recreation, and if it’s also in the company of relatives, friends, relatives ... Only the extension of this wonderful time so that it lasts as long as possible!
To begin with, decide before talking about how to decorate a country house and choose a house project with how often you plan to use it, how many people it should be designed for, whether you plan to visit the site in the summer, or will you come even in the cold season of the year? Depending on this and many other factors, what will be your housing in the country, as well as what will be the design of the country house.
Project for a country house
This direction is quite developed in our time. Here it is important to take into account the features of all landscape area. Projects are conditionally standard or individual. Turning to a specialized company to develop a standard project, it will probably already be ready and translated into reality. So, you will see live what this or that house looks like. As a rule, the price for such a project is more profitable and affordable.
Well, if you do not want a typical construction, and you prefer originality, then you should order an individual version of the project. But it should be noted that it will cost more, and it will take longer to make it, of course. But in this case, you will certainly get the most beautiful country house.
What material is the house made of?
There are many options to consider for this. Let's discuss the main ones:
- Wood.
- Brick.
- Stone.
- Foam block.
- Frame products.
Foam block house
A very common material for the construction of residential buildings. They are durable, quite comfortable, economical and energy-saving. The surface of the foam block is easy to process.
The advantages of foam block products are:
- In a comfortable microclimate, in any season.
- IN high level fire resistance and fire safety.
- In excellent soundproofing properties.
- At an acceptable cost.
- In the durability of structures.
- In a not too heavy load on the foundation under the house.
Their disadvantages include:
- The need to build a foundation.
- More time is spent on construction compared to the construction of frame-type dwellings.
Facing such houses can be done using decorative panels.
Country house built of brick or stone
This housing option will save you even in the cold season, and the building will last for quite a long time. And how magnificent they are, you can see in the photo of beautiful country houses! You might be interested turnkey solutions from our photo collection.
Advantages brick houses, as well as from stone:
- Durable, reliable and durable.
- Resistant to temperature extremes and high humidity.
- Provide excellent sound insulation and thermal insulation.
Disadvantages in such housing:
- Materials are expensive.
- Building even small house take a lot of time.
- The foundation can be laid only of a monolithic type, for which you will need to hire special equipment and wait for some time.
For the cold time of the day, keep in mind that a chilled stone / brick house warms up during the day.
Photos of the best country houses made of wood
Initially, it was the tree that most people lost preference for. In addition, this material will definitely never lose its relevance. After all, it is natural, respectively - environmentally friendly. Today, most of these buildings are beautiful small country houses made of wood, a photo selection of which you can see on our website.
Their advantages:
- Not too high material prices.
- Construction will not last very long.
- The foundation can be built of a pile-screw type, and on any soil.
- The tree provides peace and tranquility inside the home.
- Excellent thermal insulation properties.
- In winter, it can be heated very quickly to keep warm.
- It is possible to translate into reality the construction of a house of any size and shape.
- The material is eco-friendly for everyone.
- The tree has the function of self-adjusting the level of humidity.
Material disadvantages:
- High degree of fire hazard.
- Possible fungus and rot.
A wooden house is a great option for relaxing at any time of the year, especially if you come to your summer cottage for just a couple of days.
Frame private houses
A lot of people like to get a house in just a few days. After all, for this you just need to choose the building project you like, and then sign the contract. The "constructor" of your house is delivered to your site by the contractor in a semi-assembled form. The final stages of assembly are carried out as quickly as possible.
They weigh quite a bit. This means that you can use a pile type of foundation. These types of houses are very attractive and not expensive.
The disadvantage of this structure is that you can use the house only in the warm season. And no options for heaters or heating systems will absolutely help to cope with frost and keep warm. In addition, you will not feel very good in them in the sultry heat, since the house is very hot in the sun and it is simply unbearable to be inside. In this case, you will definitely need to install a ventilation system or air conditioning. Yes, such options for houses are inexpensive, but their operation will cost a lot!
Therefore, think carefully about what type of material it is worth stopping at so that the cottage in the country is practical, reliable and beautiful!
100 best photos of beautiful country houses
A country house for lovers of relaxation in a summer cottage is often necessary not only for seasonal short-term residence, but also for a longer period.
Therefore, when choosing buildings in a summer cottage, you need to carefully familiarize yourself with all modern proposals on the construction market, think about the material and functional purpose of the future home.
It is necessary to immediately decide what communications will be needed in the house. It depends on how much time you plan to spend in the country.
Country house project
Sample projects
offered by construction companies. The projects are universal, they are completed on a turnkey basis and have all the necessary drawings. Construction risks according to standard projects minimal and affordable.
Individual projects
They are ordered from developers or architects if the layout, exterior and interior of the house must be unique. Such a project will be completely exclusive and designed for the customer. It will cost more and take longer to develop.
Building material for a summer residence
Wood is the leader in the market of building materials for country houses. It is followed by brick, stone and foam block. Closes the list of the most popular materials of the product frame. Let's analyze their advantages and disadvantages.
Foam blocks
Pretty young material that is used for suburban construction not so long ago. Such houses are considered durable and comfortable for living.
The cladding of such houses is done decorative panels, which gives the cottage a solid and attractive look.
Material advantages:
- affordable price;
- durability;
- fire resistance;
- comfortable microclimate;
- climate resistance;
- the load of the structure on the foundation is low.
Material disadvantages:
- the need for additional costs for the construction of the foundation;
- construction time is increased compared to the frame version.
stone or brick
A good option for building a house for year-round use. Caring for such a building will not require a lot of investment, and it will serve for many years.
Material advantages:
- moisture resistance, resistance to temperature extremes;
- excellent soundproof qualities, heat capacity;
- durability, reliability and strength of the house.
Disadvantages for suburban construction:
- high cost of work with stone and brick;
- the cost of the material itself;
- the construction of even a small country house made of stone will take a long time;
- the need to build a monolithic foundation;
- increased mass of walls.
A cottage made of stone or brick is suitable only for those who are planning a vacation for a long time.
Tree
The most popular material for the construction of country houses. They are comfortable and environmentally friendly. Small buildings of one floor are most often built of wood. You can also find houses with attics made of wood (as well as full-fledged two-story buildings).
Advantages of wooden houses:
- environmental friendliness, thermal insulation, sound insulation;
- pile-screw foundation on any soil;
- price-quality ratio (building a summer house from wood is cheaper than from stone);
- little construction time.
A wooden house is perfect for those who are building a cottage for a short stay (for example, for a weekend).
Flaws:
- fire hazard (it is necessary to specially process the material, which deprives it of its environmental properties);
- fungus may appear on the tree (or rot begins).
Foundations for wooden houses can be pile monolithic or columnar.
Frame country houses
A good solution for summer cottage construction in many respects. The frame house is being built very quickly.
It is enough to choose a project of such a house from a construction company, and in a few days this house will be produced in production. It will be brought to the site in the form of a constructor and erected in a matter of days.
Foundation for frame houses pile is made, due to the fact that the weight of the house is small. pile foundation also requires very little expense in time and materials. Which is very beneficial for those who do not want to invest huge sums in the construction of a country house.
Frame houses look very dignified, and at the final cost they are much cheaper than construction wooden house or brick.
Flaws:
The frame house is only suitable for seasonal living (during the warm season). The production technology has been developed for regions with a climate warmer than in Russia.
Some use insulation during construction, but the heat loss at home will still be large. And the cost of heating such a house in the winter will be significant.
During the summer, intense heat frame house is also poorly tolerated. The walls become very hot and the rooms become very hot. An air conditioner needs to be installed.
The operation of the house will not be as cheap as its construction. Wall insulation does not allow the walls to let air into the premises.
Photos of beautiful country houses
