Projects of combined houses. Combined house: made of stone and wood

The main advantage of combined projects is the combination of various wall materials, from which their best characteristics and properties are taken. Simply put, these houses are more comfortable to live in than completely stone ones, and more reliable than completely wooden houses.

The lower, stone floor usually has a garage, boiler room, swimming pool or sauna, kitchen, storage room and laundry room. Thus, these rooms are not exposed to moisture and fire. However, concrete lacks the comfortable feeling of warmth and naturalness. This disadvantage can be solved by construction combined project, in which the second floor is designed from wood wall material, giving comfort and a healthy atmosphere. Upper, wooden floor This is a living area with bedrooms, a nursery, and an office for work. As you know, wood “breathes” because it has pores and allows air to pass through. Relaxing and sleeping in wood is much more pleasant and easier than in concrete.

The base of a combined house is usually made of:

  • brick
  • building blocks (gas blocks, foam block, wood concrete, keramite, expanded clay block)
  • monolith
  • a natural stone

The second and subsequent floors are designed from:

  • timber - regular, glued, profiled
  • log - planed or rounded
  • frame technology with wood-look cladding
  • made of sip panels - also with wood finish

An excursion into the history of combined projects

The combination of stone and wood has been used in the construction of houses for a very long time, both in Russia and abroad. Initially the basis for this method The construction was inspired by the chalet style, common among the inhabitants of the Alpine mountains. A stone foundation was necessary to firmly plant the house on the mountain slopes and to withstand snow and wind. The residential roof was built of wood and had wide roof overhangs to protect from rain, which is currently “ business card» of this architectural style.

In our country, houses using stone and wood were quite popular among merchants, wealthy artisans and kulaks. The lower stone floors were used by merchants as warehouses and shops, and by artisans as workshops. The second wooden floor was used as a residential floor. Such combined houses were cheaper than completely stone ones, and were more durable than completely wooden ones; thanks to the elevation of the wooden part above the ground, it was protected from flooding and less susceptible to fires. Total benefit!

Features of designing combined houses

As previously stated, the main feature of combined projects is the symbiosis of the strength of the stone of the first floor and the lightness of the wood of the upper floors. Of course, without good foundation this cannot be done, but its load will be less in the case of designing and building two floors from stone at once. And since the foundation is usually 25% of the total price of the house, you can save quite a decent amount on it. Unlike blocks, wood on the second floor will not require global finishing, except for priming and painting, so you can save money at this stage as well.

Combined houses do not require a long time to shrink. You can move into these houses immediately upon completion of the basic construction - having finished only the lower, stone floor. The wooden part, as in ordinary wooden houses, will shrink within 1.5-2 years, so it is not recommended to finish it and move in immediately.

Savings on the construction of combined projects can also be obtained on thermal insulation, because, unlike an entirely stone house, a combined one requires less thermal insulation. It is also not necessary to treat the entire house with an antiseptic, unlike the whole wooden house.

The tree is removed from the ground, and therefore from exposure to moisture. From stone building materials you can safely build rooms such as a boiler room, a bathroom - even with a sauna, even with a swimming pool, or a living room with a fireplace. As a result, the customer of the combined project will receive a competent, technologically advanced building at a low price, the materials of which are used by each person precisely for their own purposes.

A pleasant and unusual appearance is guaranteed if you choose a combined house project. A log or beam looks aesthetically pleasing and of good quality, and the finishing of the first floor is made of artificial stone or plaster will give the appearance respectability. Our company’s specialists can design the facades either as a single whole or by preserving an unforgettable combination of wood and stone!

The first floor of the combined houses is made of stone, and the second floor is made of wood. The combination of a stone bottom and a wooden top in one building divides the functions between stone and wood in such a way as to take advantage of the advantages of these building materials and, if possible, bypass or weaken their disadvantages, that is, “killing two birds with one stone” with one blow.

What's the point?

Building stone, whether ceramic brick or gas silicate, strong, durable, does not rot, is not as afraid of moisture as wood, and is fireproof. Stone buildings evoke a feeling of solidity and reliability. On the first (stone) floor of a combined house, all potentially fire-hazardous rooms that are in one way or another connected with fire are usually concentrated: a fireplace room, a kitchen, a boiler room, a sauna.

At the same time, we are tired of stone in the city; in stone rooms there is often a lack of comfort -
doesn't warm our souls. In combined houses, living quarters are located on the second floor, built of wood. It’s easier to breathe in them - and this is not an allegory or an illusion: natural wood, as is known, reacts sensitively to fluctuations in humidity, absorbing and releasing excess or missing moisture - as they say, “breathes” - and maintains an ideal microclimate in the room for the human body. In a wooden volume, a different, more personal and emotional perception of a home arises than in a typical cell of a typical city high-rise building. At the same time, the tree, raised to the height of the second floor and separated from the moist soil by three meters of masonry, does not suffer from water, does not rot or mold, and is preserved much longer than in conventional wooden buildings. And the wide roof overhangs characteristic of of this type buildings, protect wood from rain and direct sunlight.

A completely natural and already familiar division arises: below are public areas and technical premises, above is housing.

A little history

The combined floor is a very beautiful and time-tested type of construction. Similar buildings were erected in the dark times of the Middle Ages in the Alps, in the disputed province of Savoy, which belonged alternately to France and Italy. These were, of course, not villas and palaces, but shepherd’s huts - simple and durable. Constructed from massive timber and natural stone, they served reliable protection for people and livestock from bad weather, so frequent and sudden in the mountains. The buildings were erected from various available building materials - stone and wood, and lime was used as whitewash. High ground floor has always been stone. This was dictated by the peculiarities of the local climate and geology - heavy snowfalls and the proximity of rock that served as a natural foundation. The sloping roof resisted strong winds (sometimes shingles or shingles were pressed on top with cobblestones so that the roof would not be blown away by the wind), and its large overhangs protected the walls from slanting rain. It is curious that they usually tried to orient the shepherd's dwellings according to the cardinal points, with the face - that is, the most beautiful main facade - facing the east.

This is how the now popular chalet style, so common in the architecture of combined cottages, was born.

But it was not only Alpine shepherds who learned to combine stone and wood. Since ancient times, in Rus' they also erected log cabins on a high stone cage, which served as a storeroom for some, and as a trading post for others. Here, among the dense forests, where stone is not such a natural material as in the mountains, two-story houses With a stone bottom, only relatively rich people, most often practical merchants, could afford them. And we, by building combined houses for ourselves, thereby continue the centuries-old merchant tradition.

Gradually alpine chalet they looked less and less like wretched huts, acquiring a more residential and comfortable appearance, turning into permanent shepherd's dwellings. More and more attention was paid to convenience, warmth and coziness. Now in such a chalet it was possible not only to wait out prolonged bad weather, but also to live for a large shepherd or peasant family. Perfected by the harsh mountain nature and centuries of folk art, traditional houses the chalets have survived to this day. And now the most common architectural style combined houses are ennobled and modern style chalet.

Chalet interiors traditionally gravitate towards the “country” style, playing with the juxtaposition of stone and wood. What is characteristic of this style? Mostly used natural materials: stone, wood, lime plaster, woven draperies. The walls of the first floor are most often covered with lime. Almost always the interior is decorated with protruding wooden ceiling beams; They are often painted in a contrasting dark color and decorated with carvings. In residential interiors, attics like to use aged wood, dark, with a web of microscopic cracks. A large fireplace is almost mandatory, around which the whole family can gather on dark winter evenings. All this creates an atmosphere of comfort, warmth, security, peace, good traditions with a touch of some patriarchy - the atmosphere of Home with a capital H.

What materials and how to build a combined house?

Modern construction technologies present a wide range of options on how and from what to build
in accordance with the budget.

The stone first floor can be made of brick, gas silicate or porous ceramic blocks. Brick according to modern requirements It is advisable to insulate heating equipment. For this, there are proven technologies - the “ventilated facade”, without which not a single urban construction site can do today, and “ wet facade"when special plaster is applied to the insulation layer. Thickness brickwork in this case, it can be made minimal, as long as it corresponds to the necessary strength characteristics of a residential cottage.

Walls made of gas silicate or porous ceramics do not need to be insulated - the house will already be warm. They are usually plastered on the outside; in this case, you should use special plaster compositions for gas silicate, with good vapor permeability.

Log, timber or frame?

The choice of specific material and technology for constructing the second floor of a combined house is even wider. A residential floor can be built from rounded logs, profiled or laminated timber, ordinary unplaned timber, insulated from the outside using the “ventilated facade” method, or made into a frame.

Rounding and laminated veneer lumber are the most traditional options, which are suitable for those who simply love wood, its beauty, warmth, texture, smell.

In fact, a low frame is being cut on a high stone plinth under a sloping roof - that’s all the features.

Insulated timber is perhaps the most modern version, corresponding to heat standards in a residential building. Outdoor decorative finishing The façade can be anything from imitation of prestigious laminated timber to reproducing the traditional appearance of authentic Alpine chalets.

When planning the construction of a combined house, do not forget that, thanks to its stone foundation, the house will be very heavy, which will most likely require the construction of a fully buried strip foundation or reinforced concrete slab of considerable thickness. Be that as it may, the design and calculation of the foundation must be done competently and responsibly.

The frame also allows you to give the attic any appearance. But in this case, the environment may suffer: it is not living wood that comes into contact with living spaces, but a synthetic vapor barrier film. However, an interesting modern version of the construction frame attic — half-timbered technology With large area glazing. Energy-saving double-glazed windows comply with heat standards, and the appearance is both strictly traditional and completely unusual. It can be said that panoramic glazing Attic facades are very suitable for a modern combined house.

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The abundance of technologically advanced building materials and a variety of design solutions make it possible to create combined houses made of stone and wood, the designs of which combine the environmental friendliness of natural solids and the strength of brick. The customer of such buildings receives an aesthetically pleasing and affordable building.

Classic combined house: a combination of a plastered first floor and a wooden superstructure

Combined houses at the current stage of market development are one of the options for quickly building a modern country house on a limited budget. Visual and functional characteristics are not inferior to more expensive projects.

History of combined houses

The first mention of the use of combined materials in the construction of houses dates back to the 15th century, when houses made of stone and wood first appeared in the northern and mountainous regions.

The European tradition in the construction of combined houses is half-timbered dwellings that were built on the territory of Eastern Europe and Scandinavia.

Distinctive feature similar buildings consists of erecting a massive wooden frame, which is then filled natural stone.

The combination of a solid stone foundation (or plinth) and bright elements made of natural wood not only looks aesthetically pleasing, but also allows you to create a durable home that can withstand harsh weather conditions. In medieval Austria and Germany half-timbered houses often used for city buildings.

A modern interpretation of a classic half-timbered house

Chalets are a variant of combined houses, common in the mountainous suburbs of Europe. It is believed that the Alps were the birthplace of the chalet, and the first houses of this style were built by shepherds. During the period of the 16th-17th centuries, solid and spacious buildings that could easily accommodate several generations of families were created from stone and wood, exterior finishing made of limestone. Unlike half-timbered houses, the roof of the chalet was quite low and sloping, thanks to which the interior was reliably protected from the weather. The upper floors of the house were built from massive pine timber, which darkened over time, giving the appearance of the home an even more majestic appearance.

A Swiss chalet is one of the ways to style your home in an original way

Modern construction of combined houses made of timber and brick, with all the variety of technologies, has not undergone significant changes. The foundation and ground floor are still based on stone structures, the frame is still made of durable wooden beams, and the external finish often imitates traditional plaster.

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Features of the combination of materials in the construction of combined houses

Modern combined houses are made of various modifications of stone or concrete on the first floor, and wood on the second.

Traditionally, the ground floor is made of natural or artificial stone, foam or gas blocks, monolithic reinforced concrete structure, brick and even frame-panel construction. The latter option belongs to the economy class category, and has reduced strength, making the construction of buildings higher than 3 floors unacceptable. First floor of combined houses of average price category used to accommodate utility rooms: kitchen, boiler room, garage. If the owners are planning a fireplace design, it is also recommended to place it on the ground floor.

Technical structure of the basement floor of a combined house

Living rooms are traditionally located on the second and third floors, made of natural wood. Popular materials for fireproofing and anticorrosion treatment of wood retain the pleasant appearance and functionality of the material. That's why Finishing work most often they are limited to covering the walls with transparent varnish, as well as installing additional elements decor.

Common combinations of materials for such houses

A combination of a reinforced concrete structure, trimmed with stone, at the base of the house, in which the ground floor is arranged, and a superstructure made of rounded logs. This combination not only looks respectable, but also ensures durability and environmental friendliness of the entire building. Houses made of timber and stone are the most durable and expensive construction option.

A house made of timber and stone is a reliable building for a harsh winter

A more aesthetic and expensive option is a combination of smooth timber and a brick plinth, located on a strip or slab foundation. The large weight of the final structure requires serious investment in the construction of the slab or strip design foundation. Similar houses suitable for construction on heaving soils, and when creating slab base housing can withstand construction near bodies of water.

A budget option for building a combined house is a combination of foam blocks and natural wood. Such materials require careful finishing of the first floor, taking into account the additional waterproofing required for the use of blocks.
Projects of such combined houses are most in demand in modern market thanks to its affordable price and durability.

Design and construction of combined houses

A distinctive feature of such projects is the combination of durable stone walls ground floor and attic made of lighter materials. Therefore, although a full-fledged foundation will be needed here, the loads on it will be lower than when building a two-story stone house. Considering that the foundation is almost a third of the budget, the savings can be significant. In addition, wood often does not require additional finishing, so facing materials for the second floor may not be needed.

One of the options for a combined house: a low foundation gives the structure a more elegant and at the same time finished look

The combined technology significantly reduces the time for shrinkage of a finished home: it is recommended to “shrink” a completely wooden house for up to 2 years to avoid deformation finishing materials. You can move into houses with a stone plinth after completion construction work, finishing only the first floor for living.

Additional savings when building combined houses include small expenses for thermal insulation. Unlike brick house, combined requires less quantity thermal insulation materials. Unlike a completely wooden home, a house that combines both materials does not require careful treatment with moisture-repellent compounds.

Natural wood not only looks aesthetically pleasing, but also lasts a long time if you remove it from the ground using a basement floor

As a result, in addition to affordable price and a pleasant appearance, the owner of a combined house receives an optimal building from a technological point of view, in which materials are used “in their place.” The moisture-sensitive wood was removed from the ground, and fire-resistant stone, which was uncomfortable for living (without proper finishing), was used to build “technical” rooms.

The visual characteristics of the finished building are an additional “bonus” when choosing a combined house. Natural wood looks good and aesthetically pleasing, and the plastered base gives the entire building a respectable appearance. Modern finishing materials make it possible to decorate the façade both in a single style and while maintaining the “unity of opposites” in the combination of stone and wood.

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Advantages and disadvantages of combined house technology

The main advantage of choosing a combined house made of stone and wood is its durability, resistance to external influences. Thanks to stone first floor, the building is less damaged by moisture, and wooden superstructure retains heat better.

The aesthetic qualities of the finished building will delight lovers of stylized buildings, extensive panoramic windows and simply original architectural solutions.

Stylization of a combined building is limited only by the customer’s imagination

The final cost of such housing is often lower than the cost of building a simple wooden or stone house due to the maximum effective use materials, which reduces processing costs.

A separate floor, built of stone, allows you to separate utility rooms from residential ones. Thus, the house is divided into common and private areas, which increases the comfort of living.

The main feature of the construction of such houses, often considered a disadvantage, is the need to strictly adhere to construction technologies. For example, for a combination of wood and stone, it is necessary to install strong steel pins in masonry and provide high level waterproofing.
You should also take into account that chalet houses can be built according to both budget and VIP projects. In the latter case, the first floor will be massive and its construction will require specialized equipment and highly qualified construction teams. The upper limit for the cost of such a house will be limited only by the imagination and capabilities of the customer.

Construction of a comfortable combined house is a serious financial investment

Budget options for combined houses

Options to save cash, using the technology of building combined houses, there are two.

Reducing the area of ​​the final building will reduce the cost of construction and finishing materials. For example, the weight of the house itself will be small, so no complex foundation will be required. Tiny houses don't need power heating system, careful preparation of the site and design of a large-scale foundation.

A riskier option is to save on building materials. It is strongly recommended to consult with specialists, architects and designers, before choosing a more affordable housing project. In general, choosing cheaper materials for the first floor of a house will help reduce construction costs: for example, gas blocks or frame structures will save owners a lot of money.

Small size is a guarantee of decent savings on building materials

Construction stages and prices of turnkey combined houses

Ordering a turnkey house consists of several main stages.

The initial stage is drawing up a design project for future housing, taking into account all the client’s wishes. As a rule, ready-made projects are used, adapted to the requirements of a specific customer.

The agreed project is transferred to the construction team. First of all, the foundation for the future house is built, taking into account all the soil characteristics. Common options are tape and slab foundations, suitable for most soils.

Walls made of brick, blocks or stone are erected on the finished foundation, forming the ground floor of the building. At the end of this stage, the floors on which the floor of the second floor will be laid are installed.

The walls of residential premises, which are traditionally located above a stone plinth, are built from rounded logs or laminated veneer lumber. In this case, it is necessary to install metal pins so that the wood fits tightly and securely to the stone base.

Varnished wooden walls in a combined house

Having completed the construction of the walls, they proceed to installing the roof, as well as supplying the house with insulating materials. The final stage of the construction work itself is the installation of the roof roof.

The finished building is equipped with utilities, and external and internal finishing work is carried out.

Before ordering the construction of a turnkey house, you must choose a reliable company that can not only quickly but also carry out the work efficiently in compliance with all technological features the buildings.

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Depending on the area, materials and reputation of the developer, the cost of turnkey construction can start from 2 million rubles (combined houses made of foam blocks and wood, building dimensions 10x8 meters, housing area - 140 square meters). Comfort or luxury class housing, equipped attic rooms, with extensive verandas, garages and spacious staircases, can cost up to 4 million rubles. In general, the upper limit of the cost of housing depends only on the imagination of customers and the selected materials.

Small combined house made of foam blocks and wood

Typical designs of combined houses

Most modern owners of suburban real estate prefer to build houses on the basis of already agreed standard projects. Necessary changes are made at the stage of coordination of the architectural project with the company’s specialists.

On our website you can get acquainted with the most popular combined house projects from construction companies represented at the exhibition of Low-Rise Country houses.

Combined chalet houses

A classic combined house made of stone and wood, a chalet in the modern sense - with a sloping roof, a second floor made of wood, and a light plaster stone base.

Turnkey Swiss chalet with low pitched roofs, traditional stone and plaster finishes

Panoramic windows – universal decoration for similar houses

The combination of ribbon balconies, stone and wood creates the authenticity of the building

Combined houses made of stone and wood

A traditional, durable and very respectable option in appearance is houses made of wood and stone, delighting owners with a combination of durability, pleasant microclimate and natural materials.

A strict architectural project with a hint of chalet style looks perfect in Russian latitudes

A large-scale house combining wood, stone and plaster - a laconic and bright option

Modern architecture in houses made of stone and wood

Combined houses made of brick and wood

The brick base looks more interesting visually; in addition, such dwellings do not require external finishing, which saves the owners time and financial resources.

Facing bricks, plaster and wooden elements create a successful stylization in a modern home

Wood and brick house with siding under construction

Laconic a budget option the buildings

Economical housing projects made of foam blocks and wood

A popular construction option for Russian market– durable and economical projects made of foam blocks and wood. A wide variety of finishing materials allows you to create almost any appearance for such a building.

Small combined house made of wood and foam blocks

Covering foam blocks with plaster and stylizing them using frames made of dark wood adds elegance to a simple project

Panoramic window and small decorative elements give the most modest home its own zest

Conclusion

Combined houses are an original and durable option for creating a country home. The non-trivial appearance, the optimal use of wood and stone from a technological point of view, as well as the low cost contribute to the widespread use of this execution technology.

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Ideas combined construction have existed for a very long time: centuries ago, chalet houses were built in Switzerland: wood was combined with processed natural stone, fastened together with mortar. This made it possible to combine positive sides two traditional materials and minimize their shortcomings. Modern technologies have significantly expanded the capabilities of builders, and today a combined “brick-log” house can become a very profitable solution.

What are the advantages of combined buildings

Any future home owner will one day be faced with the question: log or brick house build, which will be cheaper and more profitable? Wood has many disadvantages that are difficult to deny: it burns, quickly collapses when high humidity , it will be gradually destroyed by rodents and insects. At the same time, it is also the most environmentally friendly material , and live in wooden house

always comfortable. Brick is very expensive, and two-story cottage Not everyone can build one out of brick. In addition, it requires additional finishing and cladding; a complete interior renovation

Design features of a combined house

Houses made of brick and logs have a number of special features: it is necessary to correctly combine materials so that the house becomes a single whole, and not a set of disparate elements. A brick building requires a strong foundation; the thickness of the walls depends on the use of the house and the climatic conditions of the region. The lower floor is most often insulated and finished using ventilated facade technology: the multilayer structure does not violate the environmental friendliness of the house, while it will allow for good heat conservation.

At the junction of brick and logs, the walls must be laid with a waterproofing layer; usually for this, roofing material is used, which is laid in several layers. To combine the structure into one whole, reinforcing pins are used: they are laid in the masonry, and then the wooden material of the walls of the second floor is fixed to them. This design ensures the strength of the structure; the building will not begin to crumble, even if it is seriously impacted by the forces of nature.

A few more requirements for the construction of a combined building:

There are a huge number of combined building projects online, although today no more than 10% of such houses are being built. total number buildings. You can choose a ready-made project online, or you can order a custom design taking into account the individual requirements for a country house.

The construction of combined houses meets modern trends. People are trying to make their homes reliable, durable and environmentally friendly. Structures made of stone and wood fully meet these requirements. They are very practical and are becoming increasingly popular among private developers. Experts tell us what you need to know before drawing up a project, what are the pros and cons of houses of this type.

Combined houses: what is it?

Similar type buildings - not know-how. Back in the days Kievan Rus They noticed that such houses are strong, light, more resistant to fire and retain heat better. With the development of technology, there are more variations in the combination of materials for combined houses. However, the stone remains closest to the ideal.

Two-part houses, as a rule, have 2 floors. The basement level is built from durable stone, which is not afraid of fires, strong winds, precipitation, groundwater and abundant sun. Besides, stone base The house becomes an excellent support for the second floor, which is assembled from wood. The timber helps to increase the energy efficiency of the structure, adds coziness, beauty and convenience. It can be of several types, depending on the purpose:

Houses made of stone and wood are warm and reliable

  1. Glued. One element consists of many thin glued lamellas made of softwood.
  2. Unprofiled. Regular timber, obtained after processing a log at a sawmill. The cheapest option for construction.
  3. Profiled. It has grooves and bulges for reliable fixation and improved thermal insulation at the joints. Has clearly defined parameters.

Among the projects of composite private dwellings, the chalet style is in demand - Swiss shepherd's houses with characteristic strongly protruding eaves overhangs. The cottage got its shape for a reason. It allows maximum transformation Sun rays V thermal energy. The second wooden floor of such a house is.

Attention! Other options for combination with wood: concrete, foam blocks, expanded clay blocks or reinforced concrete.

Pros and cons of combined houses

The popularity of such cottages is explained by the large advantage positive characteristics over negative ones. This type of building is actually quite practical. Its advantages:

  • lightweight construction, reduced pressure on the foundation (compared to a conventional stone or brick house);
  • the possibility of construction in a place with close groundwater;
  • durability;
  • the possibility of construction using modern eco-materials that are safe for the environment;
  • wide choose design solutions along with high aesthetics;

  • efficiency;
  • higher fire safety (compared to buildings made only of wood or modern combustible materials);
  • increased protection against moisture;
  • The function of the second floor is a thermos: in hot weather it will be cool there, in cold weather it will be warmer.

Attention! Environmental friendliness of materials is not a fiction. It has been proven that living in a wooden environment improves sleep and normalizes nervous system and prevents the development of respiratory tract diseases (if the timber is made of coniferous trees).

There are not many disadvantages of two-part houses:

  • wood lasts less than stone;
  • Stone and wood have extremely different physical and technological properties, which is why difficulties may arise after use in severe frost or heat;
  • even in combination with a non-flammable neighbor, the timber remains a flammable material.

Stone is not as light as foam blocks or expanded clay building materials. Such a house should be additionally strengthened against subsidence with a high foundation. Nevertheless, combined housing is a solution for those who cannot afford a two-story cottage. Architects also recommend this type of structure when, due to heavy load, the foundation of a 2-story brick or stone house may burst or cause distortion. In fact, an ordinary foundation for a 1-story house is sufficient for the construction.

The design approach to the arrangement of rooms can be anything, but usually fits into the natural concept. The facade of the house is also usually not additionally covered - the more natural the texture looks, the better. The stone part can be additionally decorated in a rural or other direction, and the timber can be decorated with carvings.

There are exceptions when, with the help of modern facing materials both floors result in a uniform design style. But in this case, do not forget about different characteristics materials. On one, after a few years, the cladding will still look good, on the other it will no longer hold up.

When drawing up a project, the size of the home does not matter. In the photo you can see cottages that are completely different in size and design. The condition of the soil is also unimportant. The main thing is that the ground is not swampy and can support a one-story stone house.

The construction of such a building takes relatively little time. The main period will be spent pouring, drying the foundation and raising the stone walls. A lightweight wooden level develops much faster: it does not require finishing. At least at first you can live with naked people wooden walls while you decorate the lower floor. Even before you pick up a spatula or cladding panels, carry out communications. They are advised to be located only on the 1st floor.

Attention! The combination of premises for business and life in a 2-story combined house is quite in demand. Downstairs the owners are setting up a commercial area, and upstairs they live themselves, making a separate exit and communications.

The combination of materials in housing construction opens up ample opportunities for his styling. You can make a home to suit every taste. To avoid disappointment with the result, work only with experienced builders.