Baths with a relaxation room and a bedroom: projects and design of one-story baths, photos

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A country plot with a house is considered finally equipped when the architectural design of a bathhouse with a terrace, a relaxation room and a barbecue area is completed. The bathhouse was an element of Slavic life. It served to cleanse the body, hence the ancient name “soap box”.
The Slavic peoples had a bath cult. They loved to steam.
The process of going to the bathhouse itself is a kind of ritual, including: knitting brooms, preparing herbal decoctions, natural mixtures for cleansing the body with birch tar, honey. Many religious rituals are associated with the bathhouse.
The design of a bathhouse with an attached spacious terrace and gazebo is the most common type of structure. Despite the fact that the role of the soap bar was replaced by a bath or shower stall, they could not displace the bathhouse. For a modern person, this is a place for wellness treatments, leisure, an opportunity to relax, and have a great time in the company of friends.
The desire to implement a bathhouse project on the site is subconsciously built into our hereditary code. The owner may not brag about the house, but he will emphasize “what a bathhouse I have.”
A suitable project is selected from catalogs on the Internet. It is possible to combine a bathhouse with a summer kitchen and billiard room.

Choosing a place to build a bathhouse

The choice is simplified when there is a lot of space, and therefore the owner has room to maneuver. In this case, you can consider several options for placement and size, seek advice, and choose the most worthy one. In a small area, the location is determined quickly; it is additionally regulated by standard standards for the location of the bathhouse (enshrined in SNiP 30-02-97). In addition to the official rules, there are everyday ones, determined by convenience and common sense; Also, the features of the site are not discounted. The main factors are as follows:

Fire safety . The rules determine the minimum distances between buildings and the distances to the boundaries of neighboring plots. The footage is influenced by the material of the buildings (the bathhouse is allowed to be located closer to a brick building than to a wooden one) and the size of the site.
Sanitary standards . This indicates the minimum distances to the neighbor’s fence (the bathhouse should not obscure the neighbors), sources of drinking water, roads and reservoirs.
Features of the landscape . It is convenient to place the bathhouse in an elevated place (if there is one). The outflow of water will be natural, and you will not have to think about the drainage system. If the area is flat, you can build an artificial hill.

The bathhouse is located at a safe distance from their own and neighbors’ buildings Source pinterest.com

Soil Features . The properties of the soil will determine the choice of foundation. On difficult soil (peaty, marshy or sandy), the bathhouse is placed on a pile-screw or slab base. On loamy soils and soils mixed with gravel, a strip or columnar foundation is erected. If you are lucky and the site has dense soil, you can choose any type of foundation.
Natural conditions . The bathhouse is often used in the afternoon, so they try to position the building with windows facing west to prolong the natural light in the rooms. If possible, the wind rose (prevailing winds) is taken into account and the bathhouse is located so that the smoke flows towards residential buildings (your own and neighbors) as little as possible.
Limited area . Sometimes the best option is to build a bathhouse with an attic or combine a bathhouse with a residential building. True, in the latter case it is better to arrange a sauna - there will be fewer problems with damp walls, the smell of dampness and mold. The construction of a traditional Russian bath will require additional measures to protect the structure and prolonged ventilation.

Project of a country house with a bathhouse and an attic Source zen.yandex.com

Exterior decoration of the house

The facade of a Scandinavian-style house involves simple and natural cladding in neutral colors.

Facade of a private house in Scandinavian style

For the exterior decoration of the walls of a private cottage, wood is mainly chosen. They prefer wood panels or siding. No less relevant is the construction of walls from beams or logs. It is also appropriate to use fiber panels, lining or various boards coated with paint as building materials.

The photo shows the external cladding of a house facade in a Scandinavian style.

The surface of the walls is often decorated with plaster and laid with artificial or natural stone. This type of finishing can give a stylish and beautiful look to even a simple frame house.

Light exterior cladding will look advantageous in combination with a dark brick foundation and roof.

Roof finishing in Scandinavian style

Proper design of the roof gives the exterior an aesthetic and attractive appearance.

Single-pitch. It may have different levels of inclination, depending on the overall architectural design, landscape design and climate. When finished with high-quality materials, such a roof is resistant to Scandinavian weather conditions. The snow cover falls on the roof in the form of an even layer and creates a uniform and safe load.
Gable. Thanks to the steep gable roof, there is no need to constantly clean off precipitation.
Flat. May have a square, rectangular or more complex shape. In order to avoid the accumulation of moisture on the roof surface, correct calculation of slopes and installation of a drainage system is required.

The photo shows a country cottage with a gable roof, finished with metal for painting.

For roofing, it is suitable to use tiles or metal for painting. Due to the harsh northern climate, materials in dark gray or rich brown tones are mainly chosen.

An interesting highlight of country houses in the Scandinavian style is the Norwegian roof. To do this, landscaping the plane with plant cover in the form of lawn grass or even small flower beds is used. This solution not only looks impressive, but also allows for better heat retention.

Doors and windows

To ensure maximum daylight penetration into the house, large or panoramic windows are installed. Such openings will give the interior space spaciousness and emphasize the originality of the exterior. The windows are distinguished by fairly massive frames with rough processing and have minimalistic trims that contrast with the facade. Due to the cold and harsh Norwegian winter, warm wooden structures are generally preferred over plastic products.

The photo shows the exterior of a beige Norwegian-style cottage with brown windows and doors.

The design of the doors has the same color scheme, shape and design as the window openings. Door leaves can also have panoramic glazing. As an entrance door, it is appropriate to use paneled structures made of solid wood, metal, glued, panel-shaped models or products covered with veneer.

The photo shows the design of wooden entrance doors with glass inserts.

Advantages of bathhouse projects with a relaxation room

Owners of suburban areas want to manage their land with maximum benefit. Modern landscape design is ready to offer hundreds of ideas for landscaping and dozens of ways to make living more comfortable and fulfilling. One of the most successful ideas turned out to be a bathhouse with a relaxation room and a bedroom, offering several obvious advantages:

Saving space . Any hospitable owner would like to have not only a bathhouse, but also a special place to relax with friends, and it would also be nice to have a barbecue area and a guest house. If the plot is small, the recreation area will take up most of the land, leaving no room for other ideas. Such a contradiction is easily resolved by building a bathhouse, supplemented with the necessary details - a terrace, a relaxation room, and a barbecue area. This combination creates a pleasant atmosphere of relaxation, lifts your spirits and makes visiting the bathhouse especially comfortable.
Organization of space . You don’t have to build several separate buildings; the site will have a dedicated recreation area and a neat, well-groomed appearance.

Log bathhouse with terrace and relaxation room 6x9 Source ixnext.ru

Taking care of your health . Not every body is able to quickly adapt after a steam room to street air (especially in winter). The relaxation room provides an opportunity to cool down and drink a cup of herbal tea while enjoying a pleasant conversation.
Variety . A relaxation room can significantly diversify your leisure time. In addition to the table and sofas, it is often equipped with a multimedia center or billiard table, a refrigerator and other electrical appliances are installed.
Housing . There are options for bathhouse projects with living rooms, but most often the recreation room can easily be converted into a bedroom for guests staying for the weekend. The owners may also find this room useful - the room will become the most convenient and practical accommodation option in case of renovations in a residential building.

There is only one significant disadvantage to a project with a recreation room - its cost will be higher than that of a standard building.

The relaxation room can easily accommodate guests for the weekend Source remontik.org

See also: Catalog of bathhouse projects presented at the “Low-Rise Country” exhibition.

Decor and plants

The loggia is decorated with a variety of soft pillows, capes and blankets to keep you warm on cool evenings. To maintain the northern style, the furnishings are decorated with a small rug, natural or artificial leather.

The photo shows a Scandinavian-style loggia, decorated with light rugs and a carpet with a geometric pattern.

Plants will help bring positive energy and comfort to your design. Flowers in pots with simple geometric or floral patterns will harmoniously fit into the interior of the loggia.

On the balcony you can place or hang on the wall identical wooden boxes of different sizes and plant coniferous greenery in them. The room is also decorated with different types of cacti, floral panels and unusual phyto-shelves.

The photo shows potted plants in the interior of a Scandinavian-style balcony.

More plants

Our short summer is a reason to make the most of every sunny day. One way to do this is to organize a small green garden on the balcony, another characteristic element of the Scandinavian style. Plants can be grown in tubs, wooden boxes, or indoor flowers in ceramic pots can be taken out for a walk.

Lately, trees have also become especially popular: why not plant a palm tree or a lemon, which can be brought indoors with the onset of cold weather, where they will delight you with their exotic appearance during the long winter months.

Decor and accessories

To decorate rooms for which the Scandinavian style was chosen, you need to choose textiles in limited quantities. To make the decor look harmonious, place a couple of small pillows and a blanket on chairs or a small sofa for spending time in the evening or in cool weather.

Designer wallpapers serve as decoration in many cases. They, like other materials, should have neutral shades. They can be plain or in several colors. However, we must remember that wallpaper should not stand out from the general background.

If the balcony is closed, then designers do not recommend hanging curtains on the windows. They can be replaced with blinds or fabric roller blinds. If desired, use tulle, which makes the atmosphere more cozy.

Despite the fact that the Scandinavian style is characterized by neutral shades, you definitely need to take care of the presence of several bright accents. Otherwise, the room will look boring and monotonous. Such items should have a simple and elegant form:

one or more colorful paintings;
pillows decorated with a bright print with an interesting plot;
bright tea set;
decorated pots with indoor plants;
original vase;
plastic watering can of rich color for watering plants.

Closed balconies, furnished in Scandinavian style, look equally beautiful in small and large apartments. Walls painted in light colors make the room light and spacious. Carefully selected decorative elements and bright accents will make the environment functional and at the same time cozy. Therefore, before renovating the loggia, you need to carefully study the features of the Scandinavian style in order to harmoniously combine them with the wishes of the homeowner and get a good result.

Selection of building materials for the construction of a bathhouse

Sometimes, in order to choose a material for a bathhouse, you have to take into account the characteristics of the soil and, therefore, the type of foundation suitable for it. The correct foundation is especially important when planning a full-fledged brick kiln. If the soil is stable, a one-story bathhouse with a rest room can be built from any available material. Most often, one of the following building materials is chosen for a bathhouse.

Rounded or solid log

Traditional material for the construction of a bathhouse. The most suitable types of wood are coniferous - pine and larch. Both natural moisture logs and dried lumber are used. It will take 1.5-2 years for final shrinkage. Log baths have several tangible advantages:

Price . Wooden buildings are cheaper than brick ones - the material is cheaper, and a powerful (and therefore expensive) foundation is not needed.
Reliability . Compliance with construction standards increases the fire safety of any wooden bathhouse. It is recommended to impregnate the wood with flame retardants that inhibit combustion.

Project of a log bathhouse with a relaxation room Source strbuild.ru

Thermal efficiency . Wood is a material with low thermal conductivity, which allows it to retain heat in a room for a long time. Unlike brick and panels, wooden walls do not need additional thermal insulation.
Aesthetics and environmental friendliness . Factors that are decisive for many.
Durability . It is influenced by the quality of lumber, compliance with construction technology and subsequent maintenance of the building.
Ready log house . Construction companies offer a convenient option - a ready-made log house. Models are available in different sizes and layouts; Thanks to the ready-made set of wall parts, the bathhouse can be erected quickly.

timber

When designing a bathhouse made of timber, the predisposition of this material to shrinkage is taken into account, which implies an extension of construction time.

Solid (sawn rectangular) timber . The material is valued for its naturalness; it does an excellent job of regulating the microclimate in the room, and the facade takes on a spectacular appearance. The disadvantage of solid timber is significant (8-12%) shrinkage compared to other types of timber, which takes 6-12 months.

Recreation room in ethno-style made of profiled timber Source freepatriot.club

Steam room frame

First you need to install and sheathe the ceiling. Only then do they move on to building walls. This algorithm ensures the reliability and rigidity of the corners of the room, and it is also the simplest.

Before you begin installing the frame, you need to measure the diagonals of the room - it must be strictly rectangular in shape. If this is not the case, it should be corrected.
For the frame, pine beams with a section of 50*50 are used. The installation option depends on how you plan to place the lining.
It is necessary to retreat from the wall at a distance equal to the thickness of the thermal insulation. The frame should be installed from the corners.
The outermost beams along the perimeter are fixed with long screws or anchors. For ease of installation of intermediate elements, a tensioned thread is used.

Since the stone stove is mounted on a ready-made wall structure, the embedded parts should be provided ahead of time - they must match the mounting holes of the heating device.

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Frame

Frame baths are gaining popularity due to the comparative cheapness of the material and quick construction. Such a bathhouse can be built at any time of the year; the structure turns out to be warm, it can be used for its intended purpose immediately after construction. The disadvantage of a bathhouse is the need for high-quality insulation and finishing (which can offset savings on the foundation). It is advisable not to delay the insulation process and carry out it in dry weather.

Drawing up a project for a bathhouse with a relaxation room

Having decided that a bathhouse with a relaxation room is an ideal option, the owner begins planning. First of all, general questions are considered:

Size . Its limitations are the size of the site and the budget.
Scheduled use schedule . Seasonality and intensity are important.
Capacity . The number of people who can use the sauna at the same time.
Design features . Do you need a terrace, attic, porch or balcony?
Features of layout and equipment (choice of stove model, ventilation system).
Possibility of connecting utilities.

A relaxation room for 8 people in a bathhouse made of northern pine logs Source ro.aviarydecor.com
You can take a ready-made project as a basis and carry out a small redevelopment. The design drawing for a bathhouse includes the main premises, often with combined functions: a locker room, a washing room, a steam room, a relaxation room, a bathroom, as well as a veranda or terrace. When redeveloping, take into account

Rest room area . For a bathhouse with an area of about 30 m2, 8-10 m2 are allocated for this room. If guests are welcome in the house and they often stay overnight, it is better to increase the size.
Terrace or veranda . It can be located along one wall of the bathhouse or between the bathhouse and the home, performing a connecting role. It will be more convenient if you provide several entrances, outside and inside. Often the terrace is replaced with a porch.
If there is a barbecue oven , care must be taken to lengthen the pipe (otherwise the smoke will interfere with proper rest).

Design Features

To avoid the need to rebuild and remodel the bath room, the initial stage should be designing a steam room. The finished project will give you the opportunity to decide on the purchase of materials and necessary goods, this will save your time and money. You need to choose the right place on the site to locate the steam room with adjacent rooms.

When choosing a location, you need to know a number of important points:

places where groundwater passes close to the surface are excluded;
if you manage to place the steam room on a hill, then the problem of draining dirty water will be solved naturally;
the bathhouse should be located at a great distance from other buildings, the distance from the country house should be at least eight meters, and about 5 meters to the well;
if there is a lake or reservoir nearby, then it is advisable to build a bathhouse at a distance of 10-15 meters from the shore, which will eliminate the need to build a pool (any nearby body of water will solve the problem of water supply);
the entrance to the bathhouse should be located from the south, so that during the cold season, snowdrifts do not block the door;

Design of a relaxation room in a bathhouse

A compact sauna measuring 3x3 m can be used by no more than 4 people at the same time. This building accommodates a recreation room with an area of 3x1.5 m. The average bathhouse in a country house is designed for 4-6 people.

When designing, the size of the locker room, washing room and steam room may vary, since these rooms are rarely used by the entire company at the same time. Sometimes a washing room and a steam room are combined to increase the usable space. All guests should be able to comfortably sit in the relaxation room, so they try to make it as spacious and cozy as possible.

Interior materials

There are special requirements for the interior decoration of the bathhouse, which, of course, is due to the peculiarities of the operation of the building (the air temperature in the steam room of a classic Russian bathhouse reaches 60-70°C, and humidity - 70-80%). The atmosphere in the relaxation room is not so extreme, so the choice of materials for its decoration is wider.

Natural materials are the key to quality relaxation Source pinterest.com