How to save a chicken rib floating window and close it?

Now many new residential quarters have bay windows. From the indoor point of view, the extended space makes the room more spacious.

This area of about 1.5m2 always feels wasted when it is empty, but it feels tasteless when it is finished. Perhaps the key problem lies in the wrong method of transformation.

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Convex window structure

Inner bay window and outer bay window?

Domestic bay windows are mainly divided into outer bay windows and inner bay windows. The biggest difference is that:

From the outside of the building, the window form of the outer bay protrudes from the wall, and the bottom is suspended, which is a prominent form.

▲ The bay window of a community in China.

The inner convex window and the external wall of the building are in the same plane, mainly depending on whether there is a platform in the window.

▲ The floating window inside a domestic community.

From the inside, it is generally divided into floor-to-ceiling bay windows and bay windows with platforms.

Generally speaking, most of the beautiful pictures we see abroad are floor-to-ceiling windows, and the area will be larger. It is perfect to put a comfortable sofa in front of the floating window.

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There are too many bay windows with platforms in domestic houses, which also makes the transformation of bay windows more troublesome.

▲ Domestic communities generally have platforms.

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Can you break it?

Previously, bay windows were not included in the construction area, and developers usually attracted owners in the form of gifts, and owners could also dismantle them themselves;

After 20 14, bay windows are included in the construction area, so most new commercial houses are outside the bay windows;

The platform is basically cast-in-place reinforced concrete. Even if the platform is short, it can never be removed.

▲ Whether it can be smashed depends mainly on the internal structure of the platform.

(1) The bay window is a part of the external wall and must not be smashed.

(2) Before starting work, be sure to ask about the property. If the property says it can't be smashed, don't smash it without authorization.

If you knock off the convex window of the load-bearing structure, you will see the internal structure of reinforced concrete. You can't make up for it after it's smashed.

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How to reform

The bay window can be smashed, but if it can't be smashed, it often becomes a chicken rib:

Small area-generally, the height of bay window sill is about 45cm and the width is between 65 cm and 80 cm. Except for occasional leaning, the utilization rate is not high.

Things can't be placed by the window-foreign bay windows don't have platforms, so furniture will be placed more freely; The existence of domestic platforms makes it impossible to place large pieces of furniture on the whole wall where the bay window is located.

▲ The left picture shows foreign countries, and the right picture shows domestic countries.

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I don't know how to use it-the platform can't be destroyed and rebuilt, but the space above the platform can only be used. The most common situation is to pile up debris.

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As for the good lighting and ventilation promoted by developers, the role of bay windows has been exaggerated, and the most obvious advantage is that the indoor space is more spacious.

If your room has bay windows and you want to make use of this space, try these methods.

tatami

If the height of the bay window sill is not particularly high, it can be transformed into tatami, and the size can be adjusted according to the bay window area.

Tatami, together with a low table and cushion for drinking tea, becomes a comfortable indoor leisure place.

▲ Turn into a simple small tea room.

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If the bay window is wide, extend the mesa of the bay window into the house and combine it with tatami to form a bed.

The following cabinets have added storage function, and the space in the bedroom has been better utilized.

▲ Make a tatami bed for rest, which greatly saves indoor space.

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desk

The floating window sill has a narrow surface and a high height from the ground, which can be transformed into a desk.

▲ It is best to install blinds on the desk in front of the window, not in direct sunlight.

Generally, the height of a desk is about 75cm, and the desktop of the bay window extends to the desktop, so the leg activity area should be reserved.

The desktop protrudes from the platform at least 30cm, and people's legs are more comfortable under the table. The desktop should not be too wide. Before installation, test whether the bay window can be easily closed.

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cassette tape

The highest utilization rate of bay window is to give full play to the function of seat, and it is a good choice to transform it into a card holder.

Generally, the sitting height of sofa and chair is 40-45cm, and the bay window is within 45cm. You can add cushions to make up for the height difference.

If there is enough space, you can make a dining area or leisure area in front of the floating window.

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In order to facilitate access, it is best to leave a distance of 40cm on both sides of the table for easy access. It is suggested to use a round table, which can increase the number of seats and prevent waist injury.

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A cat/dog house

The limited space of bay windows may limit our activities.

But for cat owners and dogs, it is an excellent place to play, entertain and rest.

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Don't be a window cabinet

A lot of renovation of bay windows will mention the design of lockers around bay windows.

But in fact, many beautiful pictures you see making bay window cabinets are not transformed from bay windows, but bay windows added by bay window cabinets in front of the window.

▲ This picture is an ordinary bay window cabinet, not a bay window renovation.

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If you want to add a bay window cabinet in front of the bay window, it seems to increase the storage function and improve the utilization rate of the bay window.

It will also appear that the bay window area is particularly deep, the lighting surface becomes smaller, the field of vision becomes narrower, the light is blocked, and the room will be particularly crowded.

▲ Ordinary bay window cabinet

▲ bay window cabinet

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These details

in public

The most common material of the floating windowsill is stone, and a few are plates and tiles.

Although the floating windowsill surface of the plate can make the floating window feel warmer, it is more troublesome to maintain, because it is easy to crack and fade after long exposure; When it rains, we have to consider the problem of rainwater infiltration.

▲ Wooden countertops are also more suitable for wooden window frames.

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It is also not recommended to use ceramic tiles, which need to be patched, which is very unsightly.

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Artificial stone is the most widely used. You can choose artificial marble according to your needs, which is durable and not deformed, and you don't have to worry about the influence of water seepage and sun exposure.

▲ Pure white artificial marble looks good.

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If you are worried that marble is too cold, you can put a cushion and pillow on it.

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It should also be noted that domestic bay windows are used to adding windowsills and window covers.

Even if you don't plan to make window covers, you will leave an "ear" for your countertop by default, which is redundant and unsightly. You need to make it clear in advance when you construct it.

▲ "ears" on the windowsill?

▲ Trimming effect

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curtain wall

The choice of curtains is also a way to improve the bay window space. Choose walls, windows or double curtains as needed.

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The window curtains are usually screens, venetian blinds or roman blinds. It's very pleasant to sit here and feel the sun shining from the curtains.

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If it is a bay window in the bedroom, it is recommended to use large curtains for the whole wall.

First, when you pull it all up, you feel that you have a big French window, which looks very imposing; Second, it will not leak light and is suitable for sleeping.

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Piaochuangtao

Some people will choose to make all-inclusive or half-inclusive floating window covers, which is also not recommended.

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Visually, the bay window will become heavy and bulky, which will not only waste money, but also be easily injured by the protruding window cover.

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No suspended window cover is included, which enhances the lightness and breathability.

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Matters needing attention

(1) Before buying a house, confirm the filing drawings and formal engineering drawings to see if there are bay windows and sizes.

② The roof and floor of bay window need heat insulation, and the northern partners had better choose double-layer insulating glass.

(3) To design bay windows for children's rooms, fences must be installed.

(4) Usually, attention should be paid to cleaning the window ventilation, especially to the replacement of the bay window cushion and headrest.

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In fact, the transformation of bay windows should be as simple as possible. Highlighting bay windows can increase the advantages of indoor space and maintain a wide field of vision.

After a busy day, I came home and sat on the bay window, enjoying the tranquility and leisure.

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