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June 22, 2023
Redevelopment of the interior can significantly improve the comfort of living, completely change the plan of the rooms and their purpose. During the execution of work, it is necessary to adhere to the requirements of building codes and regulations – this is the only way to guarantee the complete safety of new architectural structures.
REPLANNING OF INTERIOR ROOMS
The main condition is that it is strictly forbidden to touch the bearing walls. Work must be performed in the following sequence:
- External inspection of interior partitions: the presence and location of hidden electrical wiring, installation features of the heating system, sewerage and water supply are checked. If necessary, they are dismantled with the simultaneous preparation of a new installation plan.
- Checking the state of the floor, performing current repairs in order to increase the bearing capacity. Installation of new partitions. Important – the weight of the new partition should not exceed the weight of the old one. The fact is that the floors were originally calculated for a certain load and it is categorically not recommended to exceed these indicators.
- Installation of electrical wiring, heating and sewer pipes (if necessary) on a new partition
DESIGN OF DOOR AND WINDOW OPENINGS
First you need to inspect the wall, its condition and functions performed. The next stage is marking the intended locations of door and window openings, punching solid holes. Great care must be taken during work. The choice of special tools depends on the material of the existing wall. In difficult cases, it is necessary to knock out the opening in stages using props. If the wall is made of bricks or blocks, then it is necessary to install reinforced concrete, wooden or metal lintels. The dimensions of the opening should be 3–4 centimeters larger than the dimensions of the door or window frames.
In order for the final result of the redevelopment to meet the initial wishes, it is necessary to carry out the work carefully and in compliance with the existing rules.
June 22, 2023
Engineering systems include electricity, heating, plumbing and sewerage. Some homes may have separate forced ventilation and fire or burglar alarm systems.
ALGORITHM FOR PERFORMING WORK
Depending on the purpose of the system, the following operations should be performed:
- Power supply system. You need to start work with the dismantling of old electrical cables, revision of the main electrical panel and installed protective fittings. In the event of an increase in power consumption, it is necessary to replace the fittings with a suitable one in terms of indicators; a change in the amount of energy consumption should be previously coordinated with the owners of electrical networks. Before starting installation, a diagram is drawn up indicating the locations of switches, sockets and switchboard. All work must be carried out in strict compliance with the requirements of the PUE.
- Heating system. The type of new boiler, the total area of the building and the specific purpose of individual rooms are taken into account. Heating can be with forced and natural circulation in coolant radiators. For solid fuel boilers, it is necessary to provide a separate technical room. The installation of new heating should only be carried out after thermal engineering calculations.
- Water supply system. Old water pipes were made of metal – there are significant difficulties in dismantling them due to deep corrosion of the joints. During the execution of work, it is necessary to take into account the method of water supply (from centralized systems or autonomously). The calculation of the internal section of new pipes is carried out taking into account the maximum flow and minimum water pressure.
- Sewerage system. All old pipes and plumbing elements are dismantled, if necessary, an autonomous septic tank is repaired. Great attention should be paid to the methods of sealing the joints.
All works with engineering communications are classified as complex, calculations must be made before their implementation, professional specialists are involved in the implementation.
June 22, 2023
Often people are faced with a situation where they need to restore or completely restore a private house or cottage.
During the reconstruction of a cottage and a residential building, the main technical and economic indicators of the building usually change: the load on the supporting structures, engineering equipment, building volume, total area.
The purpose of these works is to improve the operating conditions of the structure, the maximum replenishment of its wear, both physical and moral. In this case, you can not do without an experienced contractor who has the skills to carry out work related specifically to the reconstruction of houses and cottages.
STAGES OF RECONSTRUCTION OF COTTAGES AND COUNTRY HOUSES
When contacting our company, you will be able to resolve issues related to the reconstruction of a cottage or a country house. We will perform the full range of necessary reconstruction works, including:
- Determination of the cost of materials required for work with the preparation of a detailed specification and estimate, which includes all costs associated with the reconstruction of a cottage or house. The finished estimate will be presented to the client for adjustment and approval. If during the restoration it becomes necessary to change some positions, we will make the necessary adjustments after consultation with the client.
- Conclusion of an agreement for the reconstruction of a country house or cottage, while the prices for the work are fixed at the time of the execution of the design project and are negotiated in a separate protocol.
- Carrying out the main and additional works in accordance with the concluded contract and solving all the necessary issues of the financial, technical and organizational plan after agreement with the customer. The progress of the reconstruction is constantly monitored by the management of the construction company.
- Completion of the reconstruction, signing of the relevant act upon acceptance of work by the customer and provision of a guarantee.
Our company has all the necessary documents allowing the reconstruction of houses. When carrying out work, we take into account all sanitary standards, as well as fire safety requirements. Anyone who needs a skilled and experienced contractor who will quickly carry out the reconstruction of your cottage or country house can contact ionosfera.
June 22, 2023
Extensions to the attic house can be of two types: increasing the height of the existing building (mansards, completion of the second floor) or increasing the width of the building (covered and open verandas, summer gardens). Depending on the type of extension, it is necessary to comply with the current state standards for the construction of residential facilities.
BUILDING AND ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES OF ANNEX
Before the construction of extensions, a set of measures is mandatory that will allow you to have safe and durable structures.
- Increasing the living space of the cottage through the construction of an attic or a second floor. The main requirement is a comprehensive check of the state of the foundation and, if necessary, an increase in its bearing capacity. Strengthening the foundation is a complex and expensive work, they can be performed only after expert permission and engineering and construction calculations. The best option is to increase the height of buildings using modern building materials with a minimum specific gravity. Superstructures require the complete dismantling of the truss system and roof covering materials. Such work is considered quite expensive and time-consuming.
- Increasing the cottage by adding additional premises. Work requires compliance with several rules. Firstly, the expansion of the house will not conflict with the allowable minimum distances to neighboring buildings or neighboring plots. Secondly, new extensions fully meet the fire safety requirements and do not lower this indicator of an existing structure. Thirdly, underground utilities are not located under the site of the new extension.
The expansion of the cottage should not have a negative impact on the stability of existing buildings; before starting work, specialists must develop a detailed design. The presence of the project is one of the prerequisites for obtaining permission and registration of extensions in state organizations.
June 22, 2023
Depending on the architectural features of the cottage, the roof can be of two types: flat and pitched. Materials of various cost and physical characteristics are used as digging. Let’s briefly consider their features.
TYPES OF ROOF
- Flat. The angle of inclination of the slope does not exceed 8 °; this type of roofing device is considered the simplest. For flat roofs, rolled coatings made of modified bitumen on a non-woven basis are used. More complex pitched roofs allow you to build winter gardens, swimming pools, car parks or recreation areas on them. Modern building materials make it possible to make flat roofs warm; pressed mineral wool, expanded clay or other bulk materials are used as insulation. The type of insulation is selected taking into account the maximum load on the roof and its functional purpose. Floor slabs – reinforced concrete.
- Broken roofs. The most used during the construction of country cottages can be simple (gable) or complex. Pitched roof covering material: profiled sheets, metal tiles, flexible tiles or natural pieced ceramic tiles. The number of slopes can reach four or more. Pitched roofs are the ideal solution during the construction of the attic. The more slopes – the more complex the truss system. When calculating the rafter system, it is necessary to take into account the maximum height of the snow cover, wind loads and the weight of roofing materials.
- Dome and cone. The most complex from a technical point of view, the rafter system and coating can only be performed by the most experienced craftsmen.
A specific roofing device should take into account the maximum number of individual factors of the cottage, the climatic zone of the building location and the existing weather factors. High-quality roofing is a guarantee of the durability of all building structures. The comfort of living and the optimal indicators of the indoor microclimate largely depend on the roof structure.
June 22, 2023
When building or reconstructing a house, as well as when arranging a multi-level apartment, one of the most important elements is the staircase, which is not only a necessary functional structure, but also largely forms the interior of the premises.
When creating an interior design project using stairs, our specialists follow the rule that the style solution of the floors and rooms of the house should be harmonious.
The staircase, in turn, links all solutions together, completing the entire design concept.
For those who have already solved the problem of equipping their home with stairs, it became obvious that it is better to entrust this work to professionals. Specialists will correctly calculate the geometry of the staircase, take into account all the nuances of the design of the premises, the wishes of customers, offer the most suitable materials, and most importantly, perform high-quality work on the manufacture, finishing and installation of the product at the facility.
ALL INTERIOR STAIRS CAN BE DIVIDED INTO GROUPS:
- According to their configuration: marching, screw, spiral or a combination of several of the above types.
- By the type of supporting structure: stringer, bowstring, bolt, cantilever, on a concrete base, on a central pillar (screw).
The main materials for the production and cladding of stairs are: wood, metal, stone, glass, as well as a huge number of their combinations. Great importance is given to fences, the number of types of which is difficult to calculate.
Here are some examples of different combination solutions:
- Staircase on a central metal stringer with wooden steps and a combined wood-and-metal railing;
- Ball staircase with brass railing;
- Wooden staircase on 2 stringers;
- Cantilever ladder;
- Spinal staircase.
Contact ionosfera and you will receive expert advice that will help you decide on the type and style of stairs in a country house.
June 22, 2023
The ionosfera company renders services in repair and finishing of elite country houses and cottages, mansions at a high professional level. We have a full staff of specialists from interior designers to construction crews, which allows us to offer major repairs of cottages and turnkey cottage renovations. Our more than twenty years of experience allows us to guarantee the quality of all work performed and document these guarantees. We create exclusive design projects tailored to the needs of a particular client and prefer eco-friendly materials in construction.
STAGES OF REPAIR OF HOUSES AND COTTAGES ON A TURNKEY
As a rule, the repair of a cottage includes the following steps:
- Dismantling various types of coatings and ceilings.
- Repair of the foundation and roof.
- Repair of extensions (balconies, terraces, mansards and other similar structures)
- Repair of engineering systems:
- power supply systems;
- heating systems;
- water supply systems.
- Renovation of floors.
- Repair of ceilings.
- Construction of partitions.
- Align walls, floors and ceilings.
- Wall decoration.
- Ceiling trim.
- Installing floor coverings.
- Installing the Smart Home system.
- Interior renovation:
- Stairs (repair, replacement and installation)
- Interior decoration (according to design project):
- Facade decoration of the cottage.
You can also use the service landscape design and design.
REPAIR OF ELITE COUNTRY HOUSES AND COTTAGES IN IONOSFERA INCLUDES:
- Detailed budgeting
- Personal foreman to maintain the facility
- Professional team of specialized workers
- Purchase and delivery of rough / finishing materials
- Production of rough and finishing works
- Arrangement of engineering systems (wiring, etc.)
- Regular audit of work performance by the quality control service
- Cleaning and removal of construction debris
- Author’s supervision of an architect-designer
Optional: When repairing and decorating houses and cottages, we take into account hygiene and sanitary standards, fire safety standards. Prices for house renovations can be viewed here.
June 22, 2023
When choosing a specific type of foundation for a cottage, it is necessary to take into account the total weight of the structure, the physical characteristics of the soil and the climatic zone of the location.
TYPES OF FOUNDATIONS
- On screw piles. A new method of foundation construction, piles are made of low alloy steel, screwed to different depths. To increase the durability and bearing capacity of the cavity piles can be filled with concrete. Advantages: minimum construction time (depending on the number of piles and the terrain, construction work can be continued in a few days), versatility of use. Disadvantages – relatively high price. But if we take into account all the costs, then the use of pile foundations reduces the estimated cost of construction. The grillage can be made of wooden beams or metal bars.
- Columnar. The depth of the columns is ≈ 50 cm, on clay soils it is imperative to make a sand cushion 15 ÷ 20 cm thick, the linear dimensions of the columns depend on the architectural features of the building. Advantages – low cost, the possibility of self-construction. Disadvantages – some restrictions on the physical characteristics of soils, they cannot be erected in waterlogged or swampy areas. The grillage can be made of reinforced concrete.
- Reinforced tape shallow. In all performance characteristics, it occupies an intermediate place. The depth of occurrence is up to 60 cm, building reinforcement of a periodic profile Ø 10÷12 mm is used for reinforcement.
- Traditional tape. Suitable for heavy multi-storey buildings. Advantages – high bearing characteristics, resistance to uneven loads. The depth of occurrence should be 15 ÷ 20 cm higher than the maximum depth of soil freezing in winter. Disadvantages – high cost, a large amount of earthworks, an increase in the construction time of the building.
Before making a decision, it is better to consult with professional builders.
June 22, 2023
The design of the facades of private and country houses is able to tell about the tastes and preferences of their inhabitants. Beautifully decorating the facade of the house, you can express your own style and personality. To update the facade of a private and country house, restaurant, shop, office, make it unique, give it a corporate identity, the specialists of the ionosfera company will help. They will develop an exclusive design project for the facade of a private house, cottage, restaurant, shop, taking into account all your wishes. You can find out about modern trends in the design of facades of country houses here.
STAGES OF DEVELOPING THE DESIGN OF FACADES OF HOUSES AND COTTAGES:
- The initial stage of developing a design project for the facade of a house or building includes a meeting with the client in our cozy office, where they get acquainted with the existing building plan. Based on it, all possible options for changing it are considered, taking into account the ideas and ideas expressed by the customer regarding the future design and decoration of the facade. Within 2 hours, the company’s specialists will give explanations on all the points of interest to the client and offer the client their initial sketches of the project in order to familiarize the customer with them.
- After reaching an agreement on further cooperation, we will send our specialist to inspect the facility and taking the necessary measurements. After that, the customer will be offered solutions to create a facade design in accordance with his wishes. At this stage, a bilateral contract is signed.
- The customer is invited to draw up a technical assignment with a detailed and complete description of his preferences in terms of facade decoration, its decorative design, insulation, color schemes.
- Next stage consists in the joint work of the architect and designer of the company on the concept of facade design, drawing up a planning solution and showing it to the customer. At the same time, alternative solutions will be presented to his attention, so that the client has the opportunity to choose the final version.
- After the customer approves one of them, the company’s employees begin to create a working model of the design project. in the process of work, the selection of the necessary materials is carried out by our specialists together with the customer.
- After the creation of the project, if necessary, it is coordinated with the relevant authorities.
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Alexey Molchanov
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