The II-68 series of block structures formed the basisfor the development of several buildings: II-68-02, II-68-03. The buildings were built only in a tower configuration, with 12, 14 or 16 tiers, in most cases they were paired. Apartments in houses from to three-room layouts. The construction period of the building dates back to the Brezhnev era. The main advantage of this type of house is wide balconies, which, with effective thermal insulation, can significantly expand the living space. In some buildings, housing has a niche between the kitchen area and the living room, which removes the difficulties with its transformation. With an apartment area of more than 34 square meters, this is especially important. A successful construction technology of that time was also a dressing room - or its other name is a pantry. The stove in such houses is exclusively electric. Let's consider three methods of redevelopment.
Option One: for a couple and a child with a children's playroom
The bathroom has been enlarged at the expense of the corridor.As a result, an area for a washing machine was formed. The fence between the living room and the hallway was removed. The entrance door to the kitchen was moved and placed at an angle, as a result of which it increased in size due to the merging of the wall with the bathroom. The room is divided into two areas: the living room (which is also their bedroom) and the children's room (a playroom with a bed, table and shelves). The partition is made with a height of about two meters. Advantages. This layout allows a family with a child to live in a small area. The kitchen area remains independent. The baby has his own secluded place, which will help to establish the right atmosphere in the house. Disadvantages. The area of the corridor has become smaller. The parental couple is left without a full-fledged bed (however, you can exchange the sofa for it).
Option Two: for two adults with a workspace
The bathroom has been enlarged using the corridor.The difference from the first variation is the preservation of a small area of the hallway at the entrance. You can also find a place to place a washing machine. The wall between the living room and the hallway is dismantled. The entrance door to the kitchen has been moved to the window opening and enlarged. The living room is divided into two functional areas: a bedroom with a full wide bed and an office desk. These parts are separated by a narrow fence, the width of which is no more than a meter in height, as well as a TV stand. Advantages. The kitchen space has been kept separate. A spacious bed and an office desk for one person make it possible to work comfortably at home. Disadvantages. It is difficult to receive friends, since there is no guest room.
Option three
For a bachelor or a couple with an open kitchen
The bathroom has been enlarged at the expense of the corridor.All the walls, except for the bathroom, were removed, resulting in an open space. The guest and kitchen areas are separated by a small fence in the central part of the room and different floor finishes (parquet for the living room and tiles for the kitchen and hallway). There is also a desk. Pros. The layout is more suitable for a young unmarried man. The walls do not clutter the space, there is an office space, you can comfortably receive friends. Cons. Combining the kitchen and the room brings some inconvenience as a result of the appearance of odors during cooking. The sofa is installed instead of a bed.
