Flat roofs are used in construction today modern house. Most often, this option is chosen by wealthy people who always keep up with the times. There are a large number of original house designs with flat roof, which are multifunctional and comfortable for living.
Wooden house projects
Project No1
The area of this structure will be 113 m2. Its dimensions are 14x10 m. This cottage, which has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Aerated concrete was used in the construction of the walls. The base can be strip or prefabricated reinforced concrete. PVC membrane is used for roofing. But this will help you understand what the foundation for a one-story house made of expanded clay concrete blocks looks like, and how its construction takes place.
Project wooden house with flat roof 113 m2
Project No2
The area of this house is 69 m2. He will become great solution for a family of 4 people. You can live in it year-round or seasonally. The first level contains a guest room with a fireplace. The entrance area is designed in the form of a small covered terrace.
With flat roof 69 m2
On the ground floor there is also a kitchen-dining room and one bedroom. And on the second floor there is only one bedroom. Here's what it looks like and how the foundation for an extension is made wooden house, you can find out from this
Project No3
What types of foundations exist for a private two-story house can be seen in the photo
Brick houses
Project No1
This project involves the construction of a modern, elegant house. Its feature is the guest room, which is concentrated on the front side. The exterior of the building is incredibly luxurious as it attracts attention with its architectural windows. They look harmonious with the overall ensemble. The terraces of the first and second levels are brought to the frontal plane.
Brick house with a flat roof 125 m2
The day area is very bright and spacious. It includes a living room, dining room and kitchen. U interior wall The living room has a built-in fireplace. Thanks to him, the room is filled with warmth and comfort. The first floor also includes a bathroom and a separate bedroom. But on the second floor there are 3 bedrooms. There is a garage that can accommodate one car. The total area of the house is 125 m2, and the living area is 105 m2. For this type of house, a foundation is needed, but the video will help you understand how to calculate the foundation for a house made of timber
Project No2
This project assumes the presence of a modern functional home. Its peculiarity is the large glazing area of the living room. Due to the laconic facade with vertical windows from the ground, the house acquires sophisticated lines.
Brick house with a flat roof 113 m2 with glazing
All rooms are designed on the same level. The day and night areas are clearly divided. The guest room is visually combined with the terrace and has smooth transition to the dining room and partially closed kitchen. The fireplace has an angular arrangement, so that the flame from it can be seen from any corner of the room. To the left of the entrance there are 3 bedrooms that form the night area.
Project No3
The total area of the brick house is 132 m2, and the living area is 105 m2. There is a garage with an area of 26 m2. The building looks dynamic due to the play of contrasts. To finish the building, dark wood panels were used, which stand out favorably against the background of milky-colored plaster.
Flat roof 132 m2 with garage
The garage is combined with the house, and the space of the latter is clearly divided into day and night zones. Since the roof is flat, it can be used as open terrace. It is perfect for barbecue.
The guest room, dining room and kitchen form one space, which is visually separated thanks to the terrace. The daily area is quite spacious, as there is no partition between the kitchen and the dining room. The fireplace located near the inner wall also adds to the cozy atmosphere. There is a spacious utility room near the garage. On the second floor there are 3 bedrooms and a shared bathroom.
Houses made of foam blocks
Project No1
The total area of the house is 181 m2, and the living area is 139 m2. This house is modern and comfortable. It is equipped with a garage that can accommodate 2 cars. A special feature of the project is the presence of a magnificent terrace on the second level. The house is presented in a cubic shape, so it seems as if it consists of separate blocks. Their independence is highlighted color design. Despite this, overall design it still looks restrained and harmonious.
House made of foam blocks with a flat roof 181 m2 with a garage
The day zone is concentrated on the first level. All the rooms required for living with access to the terrace are concentrated here. This includes 3 bedrooms, a spacious bathroom and a compact utility room. A feature of the project remains the spacious terrace. It is located above the garage. It will become great place for a relaxing holiday for the whole family.
Project No2
The total area of this building is 167 m2, and the living area is 119 m2. The project is the construction of an elegant and modern house with flat roof. The facade has an original façade with vertical panoramic windows and light color scheme. Thus, the house acquires a special lightness.
With panoramic windows
All necessary premises are located on the first floor. The house is divided into a sleeping area and a day area. The day room has access to the terrace. But the night contains 3 bedrooms.
Project No3
The total area of the house is 164 m2, and the living area is 129 m2. It has a modern laconic design And cozy interior. Done. For exterior finish white, gray and warm ocher were used at home. Thus, the building acquires an unusual and stylish appearance.
In cubic form
The peculiarity of such a house is that the entrance and exit are decorated with an arcade in the form of a frame. The project also has a swimming pool, which will be an excellent place for swimming and relaxing for the whole family. The spacious living room is divided into a relaxation area and a dining area. It is also equipped with a fireplace. Since the windows go all the way to the floor, the house is filled with daylight. This will save energy costs.
The night area consists of 3 rooms, one of which leads onto the terrace and the proposed pool. The utility room is located behind the garage. The garage can accommodate 2 cars.
Square houses
Project No1
The living area of this house is 31 m2. Its dimensions are 7x7 m. It is quite compact, but at the same time comfortable house. It can be used for both year-round and temporary residence.
House with a flat roof 31 m2 square shape
Cellular concrete was used to build the house. Metal or ceramic tiles are used for roofing.
Project No2
The area of this square house is 35 m2. This is a cozy guest house with a spacious terrace, made in classic style with modern finishing elements. And although the building area is small, it is perfect for permanent residence.
With a square terrace
Thanks to the presence of a covered terrace, you can enjoy nature in any weather. Such a house is very convenient in terms of construction and operation. It contains all the necessary premises for a full-fledged stay. Thanks to wooden elements facade decoration, the design acquires home comfort.
Project No3
This house was built in a traditional style. Its area is 36 m2. There is a garage and utility room. Cellular concrete is used for the construction of walls. Ceramic tiles and metal tiles are used for roofing.
With a square garage
Narrow and rectangular houses
Project No1
The area of such a house is 112 m2. This is a two-story structure that should be cocked on narrow area. Since the house has an elongated shape, there are no windows on one of the side flowers. It can be placed on a site with a width of 12 m. Since the layout is carefully thought out, all rooms are spacious and comfortable, despite the shape of the house. There are almost no internal load-bearing structures, making it possible to make additions to the layout.
Narrow rectangular shape
The open type of kitchen allows you to visually increase the space of the living area, although it is possible to separate it using wall partitions. Focusing everyone utility rooms nearby allows you to make them practical and versatile. There is the possibility of remodeling to create space for a compact pantry. In the sleeping area, one of the bedrooms has access to a balcony.
Project No2
This is another project rectangular house, which can be placed in a narrow area. The construction area will be 103 m2. Ceramic blocks were used to build the house, and the roof was made of PVC membrane.
Size 103 m2
The project involves the construction of a two-story structure. It has unique design who attracts the attention of others. The façade is finished in 3 colors. For this, wood, gray and white plaster are used. You can add lightness to your home with glass railings.
All zones are clearly divided by floor. The first is a day zone, and the second is a night zone. The presence of large sliding doors in the living room glass doors allows you to saturate it with light. They are the ones that lead to the terrace.
High-tech style
Project No1
This project involves the construction of a two-story house with a flat roof, made in high-tech style. Its total area reaches 162 m2, and its living area is 82 m2. The house has 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
Two-storey house with a flat roof 162 m2 in high-tech style
When constructing walls, cellular concrete or ceramic blocks are used. Solid type ceiling. PVC membrane is used for roofing. The foundation has the form of a monolithic strip.
Project No2
This modern design in high-tech style. Has two floors and a sauna. Its total area is 313 m2, and its living area is 256 m2. The house has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. A special feature of the project is the presence of a garage that can accommodate 2 cars.
Flat roof 313 m2 in high-tech style with sauna
Cellular aerated concrete is used to build the house. The roof is made using PVC membrane. The base is a one-piece strip.
Project No3
This is a beautiful and modern cottage, designed in high-tech style. Its total area is 223 m2, and its living area is 105 m2. There are 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The project also provides for a garage that can accommodate one car.
Two-storey house 223 m2 in high-tech style with a garage
The walls were built from cellular concrete, and the roof was made from PVC membranes. The base is presented in the form of a strip monolithic prefabricated structure.
Pros and cons of flat roofs
The following advantages are characteristic of a flat roof structure:
- It has a smaller area than a pitched one, thanks to which it is possible to save on material and construction work.
- It is much easier and faster to erect a flat roof, which cannot be said about a pitched roof. This is due to the fact that all the materials for the construction are right next to the worker.
- The use of a flat roof allows you to get an auxiliary usable area that can be used for outdoor recreation and sports.
The flat roof structure also has a number of disadvantages:
- due to heavy snowfalls, a lot of snow is concentrated on such a roof, which, when melted, leads to leaks;
- sometimes it is necessary to use internal drains; there is a risk of clogging or freezing of the drain;
- Constant snow removal is required.
The video shows the pros and cons of flat roofs:
Not as popular as pitched ones.
Most often, their rarity is associated with the climate in middle lane: accumulation of snow on the roof, formation of puddles during rains.
But the ease of construction of such structures and the provision of decorativeness of the building can serve as a good help when deciding on the choice of roof structure.
Moreover, on such a roof it is possible to equip additional areas, which, especially in summer, will good place for relaxation and pastime.
Like any constructive solution to building elements, direct structures can have advantages and disadvantages. If there are roof features, it is important to identify those aspects that will influence the decision to design just such a roof.
The advantages of a flat roof are:
- First of all, such a roof performs quite effectively functions of protecting the building from external influences;
- does not require much effort or expense(material, physical) for its construction;
- long service life. The flat system does not require expensive maintenance when correct installation all major and additional elements roofs;
- possibility of installation on the roof additional amenities, right up to the swimming pool and garden area and sauna;
- good thermal insulation properties.
Negative factors for arranging a house with a flat roof include:
- Accumulation of snow or rain puddles on the surface;
- there is a risk of freezing or clogging of the internal drain;
- required mechanical cleaning outer layer from snow and leaves;
- inability to use sheet or piece types;
- there is no way to check the condition of the roofing pie (in particular insulation) However, drainage and ventilation duct systems are much easier to check.
The absence of an attic floor with a flat roof structure can be an advantage or disadvantage, depending on preference.
Southern house with flat roof
Types of flat roofing
Despite the fact that the design of a flat roof is quite simple and does not require special skills to design it, these roofs have variations. They are classified depending on their additional purpose and technical features.
To the varieties flat systems include:
- Exploited. The main requirement for this option is the rigidity of the base at which an important condition is to maintain the integrity of the waterproofing layer. The base can be made of concrete screed or . The requirements include the strength of the material and its resistance to static and dynamic loads. The most common exterior covering for flat construction is paving slabs , which is installed on additional stands or sand cushions;
- unexploited. Considering that a roof of this type is designed to perform exclusively the functions of protecting the building from external factors, then there are no special requirements for the rigidity of the insulating layer or the strength of the base. The installation of such a roof is much simpler than the structure in use.;
- classic. When arranging the classic type, a vapor barrier layer is laid on the base in order to protect the insulation (mineral wool or polystyrene foam) from moisture. Waterproofing is provided with bituminous materials;
- inversion. The structure of the roofing provides for the location of the waterproofing layer underneath the insulation, which prevents the accumulation of moisture in the insulation. At the same time, temperature changes that destroy waterproofing under the insulation are minimal.
In order to design a house with a flat roof, you need to think about the covering option in advance.
Photos of modern one-story projects country houses with flat roof below:
Frame house with an exploitable roof
High-tech style house
Two-story unused house
Modular house with unused roof
Inversion roof
Country house with an inversion roof
Where to start designing
The purpose of designing any roof is making the right choice and quantity calculation necessary materials
, as well as in a clear expression of what load all elements involved in the structure will bear.
A project is a plan. The project plan should reflect each stage of work.
It is most convenient to carry out the project in a special program, which will help not only to display the future structure, but also to help calculate the dimensions of materials and their load.
Design is carried out step by step:
- A sketch of the roof is being made. On at this stage The color and geometric shape of the future roof are approved, and the load of materials is calculated with indicators of the roof dimensions, taking into account regional atmospheric influences. It should be remembered that snow loads on a flat roof are more significant than on pitched structures;
- calculations are made of the cross-section of beams and lengths of boards rafter system . It is very important to correctly determine the pitch of the sheathing, since it is truss structure withstands the entire load;
- a schematic drawing of the roof is being made. At this stage, the location of all additional elements of the roof structure is taken into account.
After completing the roof drawing, we begin to draw up an estimate.- costs for materials, structural elements and tools (if necessary) that are required to complete the work on arranging a flat roof.
Don't get carried away decorative features of these elements, the most important thing is to pay attention to their functional features.
Roof project
Two-story project
Lightweight flat roof
The flat, lightweight design system is installed in regions with minimum quantity atmospheric precipitation.
The construction of a lightweight roof is very similar to the construction of a classic flat roof structure.
However, there is some features of its construction:
- At the installation stage of the support beams, it should be taken into account that they will support the entire structure. They must be secured with through anchors. The cross-section must be calculated taking into account the maximum snow load;
- the sheathing laid on the beams must be continuous, without gaps, thickness more than 2.5 cm;
- waterproofing laid on the sheathing is overlapped, which is hot-fastened. The edges of the film should extend beyond the roof line;
- Solid insulation without gaps is laid on the waterproofing layer. The joints are sealed with polyurethane foam;
- Further lay down OSB boards or waterproof plywood board.
This is what a lightweight system pie looks like. All layers are fastened with anchors and covered with an outer layer of waterproofing.
Lightweight roof
Operable flat roof
Flat roof that performs additional functions, in addition to protecting the building from cold, wind, snow and rain.
The main advantage of such a roof is the ability to arrange free space at your discretion: install a recreation area, terrace, court, bathhouse and even a swimming pool.
Such roofs are ideal for both a summer house and a cottage.
To ensure that the necessary buildings on the roof are securely equipped, it is necessary to take care, first of all, about the strength of the foundation.
- thermal insulation;
- Economic benefit. The cost of arrangement is lower than that of a tent structure (more simple design and smaller area);
- Additional usable space. There is a possibility of it rational use(flower garden, playground, recreation area, swimming pool);
- Availability of maintenance and operation (cleaning drains, installing air conditioners, antennas, inspecting coatings, ventilation and smoke ducts);
- A layer of snow acts as additional thermal insulation, reducing heating costs.
- Original appearance building.
- unexploited;
- exploited;
- green (lawn);
- combined.
- With internal drain;
- With external water discharge (along the perimeter of the roof).
- Classic;
- Inversion.
- a slope is made from cement-sand mortar on reinforced concrete floor slabs;
- lay vapor barrier and insulation;
- lay a waterproofing membrane or roofing felt carpet;
- if the coating is to be used, the waterproofing is protected with ceramic tiles.
- Mortar screed on the slab;
- Insulation, changing the thickness of its installation.
- Beams are mounted on the walls in increments of 50-100 cm, fixing them to the masonry with anchor pins. The cross-section of the beams depends on the span width, the design load and can range from 10x20 cm to 15x25 cm;
- OSB slabs are laid along the beams, joining them tightly together;
- Spread the waterproofing membrane in 2 layers, carefully gluing the joints of the sheets.
- Thermal insulation is made from durable (extruded) foam, gluing it to the membrane. A slope for water drainage is created by laying insulation in layers of different thicknesses;
- The heat insulator is protected from above cement screed, reinforced with mesh or tiled.
- A flat roof allows you to optimize costs. It is smaller in area than any pitched roof. This allows the developer to save significant amounts on materials.
- Simple form roofing significantly reduces installation time.
- For the same reasons, repairing and maintaining the flat roof of an already constructed building is incomparably easier than in houses with pitched roofs.
- But the most important advantage of house designs with a flat roof is the additional usable space that the home owners can use at their discretion. Some elements can be placed on the roof of such a house engineering systems, for example, ventilation and air conditioning systems. Or you can install solar panels.
- But most often the flat roof space is used as an additional area comfortable rest. Here you can equip a solarium or a place for sports. By the way, there are even projects that make it possible to equip a swimming pool. The roof garden looks very impressive. Modern technologies make it possible to pave the roof with paving stones. And in combination with the lawn and ornamental trees, comfortable wicker furniture, garden gazebo with a fireplace, this place will become the center of a family holiday.
- More careful design and installation of the roof will be required, otherwise retribution in the form of expensive interior repairs is inevitable.
- You will also have to pay additional costs for organizing internal drains.
- There are certain inconveniences associated with maintaining a flat roof. Firstly, constant monitoring of the moisture content of the insulation and the tightness of the roof is necessary. Secondly, there is always the possibility of clogged or frozen internal drains. Thirdly, in snowy winters there is a risk of leaks due to large accumulations of snow. But this disadvantage can be easily circumvented if you install an Anti-Ice system on the roof. True, this leads to additional costs.
- House with roof garden. Here we can distinguish two main options - designing a “green” roof using only lawn grass or planting a full-fledged garden with a rose garden and flower beds. An important nuance is the material from which the house is built, since garden planting will be quite weighty and it is advisable to place it on the roofs of concrete houses, while a green grass lawn can withstand any structure. You can also arrange paths and arrange garden furniture. Plants should be chosen with bendable stems and resistant to hot sunlight. Usually they are planted in containers and, in this form, placed in the desired combination on the roof. The equipment of greenhouses and “mini-gardens” is also quite common.
- Houses with a flat roof equipped with a terrace. One of the modern and rather popular methods of roofing. In this case, it is necessary to pay attention to the coating, for which you can use terrace board. It is worth taking care of furniture - it should be practical and moisture resistant, as it will be exposed to natural factors in open space. When equipping the terrace, you can also arrange "green" islands with trees and shrubs that create shade in hot weather. It will not be superfluous to install a barbecue or barbecue, allowing you to have a good time with friends over a barbecue.
- Projects of houses with a flat roof equipped with a beach area. Swimming pools and artificial ponds on the roof of a private house, these days, have ceased to be a curiosity. Typically this technique is used on a site whose area is small. Rooftop pools can be built in any shape, as well as open type or closed. The main requirements are the supply of communications and the strength of the house structure. Near the reservoir, as a rule, sun loungers and awnings are placed, protecting from direct sunlight, you can also complement the decor with green spaces.
- Private houses with a flat roof equipped with a sports ground. A very relevant option in our time, when the trend towards sports and keeping yourself in good shape is growing every day. Any sports activities require a certain space, which can often be lacking on the site. This is where a flat roof comes in handy. The playground of the house with a flat roof can be equipped for playing volleyball, basketball, tennis. If desired, you can place simulators, horizontal bars (they have the disadvantage that they get very hot in the sun), arrange treadmill- it all depends on the personal preferences of the family members living in the house. In any case, you need to take care of the coating - it must be elastic, wear-resistant, absorb moisture well and have a certain degree of roughness in order to avoid unnecessary falls. Rubberized coatings may be suitable for this, rolled materials with artificial grass or natural lawns.
Flat usable roof
Flat roof terrace
Green roof
Conclusion
So there are several options. When constructing a direct structure, special attention should be paid to providing ventilation and creating conditions in the structure to prevent moisture from entering.
The originality of a straight roof may lie in the arrangement of additional areas for recreation on it, and this option should be considered during the process of creating the project. If everything is calculated and used correctly quality materials, such a design will be in no way inferior to pitched options.
Useful video
In this video you will see one of the projects of a house with a flat roof:
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Flat roofs nowadays are undeservedly forgotten and not spoiled by the attention of developers. In private housing construction, they are found mainly in the southern regions, where heavy rains and snowfalls are rare. Hip roofs, on the contrary, have firmly established themselves in the projects and minds of homeowners.
This state of affairs can be explained simply: until recently, builders did not have reliable and durable waterproofing.
Standard roofing felt - cardboard impregnated with bitumen - cannot resist moisture and temperature changes for long. Even a thick 4-layer coating from it has to be changed after 6-8 years.
Today, interest in flat roofs is beginning to grow.
There are several reasons for this:
Types of flat roofs
Strictly speaking, you will not see a completely flat roof on a building. Any of them has minimum slope from 1 to 4% required for precipitation runoff.
There are four types of flat roofs:
Unused roofs are found on industrial buildings.
Operated roofs have found application in public and private construction. They are equipped with recreation areas, cafes and restaurants, and used as parking lots and helipads.
Green (lawn) coverings are made to decorate buildings, as well as when there is not enough space on the site. In addition to the aesthetic function, they perform an important practical task. A layer of plant turf is an excellent heat and sound insulator.
Combined roofs with a flat surface are the most common option. Comfortable relaxation in the fresh air surrounded by green grass and flowering plants everyone likes it.
According to the method of drainage, houses with a flat roof are divided into two types:
Internal drainage cheaper than external because it does not require large quantity gutters, pipes, funnels and high-altitude work on their installation. It is more difficult to execute. Errors in creating a slope and poor-quality sealing of joints lead to leaks and damage to the integrity of the protective layer of waterproofing.
In operation, flat coverings with internal drainage are more profitable. In winter, icicles do not grow on the eaves of such a roof. Drainpipes run inside the building and therefore do not freeze. Cleaning debris funnels is easier and easier than hanging gutters.
Device Features
According to the method of arrangement and arrangement of structural layers, experts distinguish two types of flat roofs:
The classic roofing “pie” is equipped using the following technology:
Classic flat roof structure
The main disadvantage of the traditional design is the vulnerability of the outer insulating layer from solar ultraviolet radiation and temperature changes.
Working to solve this problem, engineers came up with the idea of an inversion coating. In it, the main structural elements (insulation and waterproof membrane) are swapped. The waterproofing is hidden under the foam, which is protected from external influences by a ballast layer of gravel or tile trim.
Inversion coating design
The technology of work is changing accordingly. A waterproof carpet made of roofing felt or EPDM membrane is glued to the slab or spread on it, fixing it in places adjacent to the parapet.
The slope in this case is created in one of two ways:
Installing thermal insulation on a flat roof
Water intake funnels and pipes are installed at the lowest points of the slope. In addition to them, ventilation is installed to remove water vapor that accumulates in the area of contact between the vapor barrier and the insulation.
When arranging a covering designed for planting plants, the structure is supplemented top layer waterproofing. Drainage layers of gravel are poured over it, geotextiles are laid and a fertile layer of soil is poured.
Except roofing coverings, laid according to reinforced concrete slabs, designs of houses with a flat roof on wooden beams have been developed.
Construction technology in this case may include the following operations:
Examples of private houses
There are many supporters of flat roofs among developers. They are attracted by the ease of construction, low cost of work and the possibility of placing a site for summer recreation.
A thick layer of snow on a flat roof is not a problem, but additional insulation
The design of buildings with such a roof fits perfectly into the style of minimalism, providing project developers with a wide field for creativity.
Spacious, comfortable and nothing superfluous is the motto of everyone who chooses a house with such a roof. A pitched roof visually weighs down the building, while a flat roof, on the contrary, makes it light and airy.
The appearance of the facade of a one-story house with a flat roof compares favorably with the rather boring variations of the “teremkovy” character.
On it, most often you will not see gutters and pipes, the water from which gets on the walls and spoils the appearance of the finish. Internal drainage is efficient, practical and invisible.
It cannot be said that houses with a flat roof are so common in our area. Still, we are more accustomed to seeing classic gable or multi-slope roofs. It is believed that houses with a flat roof look exclusive, even eccentric, and speak of their owner as a great original, a modern person who thinks outside the box.
By and large, “flat roof” is a rather arbitrary name. There should always be a slight but obligatory slope. Otherwise rainwater or water will accumulate on the roof after the snow melts, which will ultimately lead to serious troubles and costs for repairing not only the roof, but also interior spaces.
In addition to its direct functions - thermal insulation and protection of the house from precipitation - a flat roof can be used as an additional recreational area.
Let's try to figure out how appropriate it is to choose a house design with a flat roof in our area. To do this, you need to imagine the advantages and disadvantages of this type of roofing.
Advantages of a flat roof
Naturally, like any roofing system, a flat roof has its disadvantages
Project of a house with a flat roof: is it worth doing?
It can be said quite definitely that with careful design study and competent work builders, it’s worth it to build a house with a flat roof. Ultimately, you get original housing with additional square meters useful area and save money on construction work and materials. And the Dom4M company hopes that you will live for many years in a cozy and comfortable house built according to our design.
Private houses with a flat roof, or, more precisely, their designs, came to us from the southern countries of Western Europe. It was there that the first cottages and villas with similar designs began to appear. Contrary to popular belief that maintaining such a roof is quite difficult, one can safely argue that this is not the case at all. It is worth noting that a flat roof in any case has a slight slope, ranging from 2 to 15 degrees. The use of special materials, for example, PVC membranes when covering the roof, will ensure good waterproofing and will relieve owners from problems associated with maintenance, and the snow that collects on the roof in winter is quite easily melted with the help of special heating elements.
How beautiful and original houses with a flat roof, the photos in our catalog demonstrate it best. This type of construction has become especially widespread among wealthy people, whose financial situation allows them to keep up with the times and build their homes in a timely manner. modern styles(high-tech, modern, etc.). Another advantage of a flat roof is the possibility of obtaining additional space by placing on it a recreation area, a swimming pool, a sports ground, including a tennis court, or ornamental garden, thereby saving space local area. Let's look at some projects of houses with a flat roof.
One-story houses with a flat roof: photos of the most original projects
Projects of houses with a flat roof are replete with their diversity and uniqueness of architectural forms. The owner of the site on which construction is planned must, before starting construction, carefully weigh all the pros and cons, and it is very important to take into account in this decision financial side. Quite often, especially within the city, you can find one-story houses with a flat roof. Such buildings require significantly less money than, say, two-story houses or houses with a hip roof. In addition, they are quite simple to build - building materials such as gas silicate blocks and large-format ceramic bricks.
Particular attention should be paid to the roof here - after all, it can be used quite rationally. It would be a good idea to equip a recreation area with a barbecue or barbecue here. You can also use the area for the construction of a sports ground. Often, nature lovers create real gardens on their roofs, which is facilitated by a direct hit sun rays. This use of roof space is a good help for owners of plots with small area. Some projects one-story houses with a flat roof can be seen in the photos presented in the article.
Two-story houses with a flat roof: what we pay attention to
Projects two-story houses with a flat roof, in their diversity, they are not inferior to one-story ones. As a rule, the first floor is a multifunctional area with a kitchen, dining room, living room, bar, and bathroom, and the second floor is reserved for the sleeping area.
The construction of such structures will require much more time, building materials and therefore financial costs. First of all, Special attention it is necessary to pay attention to the foundation - the foundation. During the construction of a two-story house, they will be used reinforced concrete floors(especially if the design of a house with a flat roof involves its arrangement), and the object will create a huge load on load-bearing walls and foundation.
In some cases, the roof plays its main and only role, protecting the premises from precipitation and scorching sun rays. But much more interesting projects, in which the roof also serves as a recreational area. Nowadays you can find modern two-story houses with a flat roof equipped with a tennis court, garden and even a swimming pool. The latter is undoubtedly stylish design solution allowing you to enjoy beach holiday without leaving home. In this case, it is necessary to take care of the correct calculation of the supporting structure, as well as the system that supplies and drains water.
Frame house with flat roof
Particularly noteworthy is the type of construction that is so common these days as frame house with a flat roof. Its popularity is justified, first of all, by the ease of construction, or rather assembly, and the relatively low cost. There are quite a few options frame structures, which include “Finnish”, “half-timbered” (old German), “Canadian” and others.
Such houses are built on the basis of a frame, the material for which is metal or wood, or sandwich panels. Then a layer of insulation made of polyurethane foam, basalt or mineral wool, which is ultimately covered with cement-bonded particle boards or plywood.
After the structure is erected, its walls are treated facade plaster. The disadvantage that a frame house with a flat roof has is the lightness of its construction. Such buildings, in most cases, are built one-story and rarely two-story. The roof can also be multifunctional, which is worth taking care of before starting construction and providing a strong foundation (the most reliable is a pile-grillage). On the roof you can arrange a small recreation area and plant plants. Experts do not recommend placing them on roofs frame houses bulky objects, such as a swimming pool or tennis court.
Houses with a flat roof: setting up a recreation area
As mentioned earlier, a flat roof can provide excellent additional space. Depending on the lifestyle and preferences of the owners, various recreational areas can be located here. The main requirements for any flat roof where people are expected to go out are: good lighting and the presence of borders. Let's look at some successful house designs with a multifunctional flat roof, namely:
Various designs of houses with a flat roof may involve many options for its arrangement. The article touches only on the fundamental options. Various combinations are also quite acceptable, where, as they say, you can combine business with pleasure. For example, by placing a treadmill in a winter garden equipped on the roof.
Modern houses with a flat roof: photos of house projects made in different styles
Flat roofs allow for more variety in the exterior. At the same time, they will perfectly complement any style in which the main design is maintained. There is an opinion that houses with a flat roof are built in newer directions, such as high-tech, modern and others, but this is not entirely true. The following article will look at houses with a flat roof, the designs of which are made in a wide variety of styles, and the photos successfully confirm this.
The classic style is often used in the construction of country houses and dachas, as it carries a reminder of culture noble estates is it rectangular or arched windows, columns, symmetrical facades, decorative carvings and stucco moldings. It would seem how a flat roof could complement such an exterior. It’s very simple, and the photos clearly demonstrate this.
A house with a flat roof is one of the components of the French Art Deco architectural style, which is characterized by chic, scope and outrageousness. When building houses in this style, only natural materials. For the most part, these are stepped structures with towers.
Minimalism is the most progressive style in our time. We can say that houses with a flat roof are a unique attribute of this trend.
Modern is a style in architecture that involves rational designs. As building materials, reinforced concrete, glass and ceramics are widely used for cladding. Frame forms are also used in structures. The flat roof is, to some extent, an innovation in this direction, but has already proven itself on the positive side.
And finally, let’s look at a high-tech house project. This direction originated in the second half of the last century with the period of the beginning of development innovative technologies and, to this day, has gained enormous popularity. High-tech style in construction and design involves the use of materials such as metal, glass and plastic. It is important to maintain straight lines and shapes, which can be best emphasized by a flat roof.
