5
Essential Factors Of a Good Bedroom Design
by: Shrinivas Vaidya
Dear friends, successful
design is a relative term. What is good or successful for me may not
be so from your point of view.
But when it comes to interior
design, there are certain factors which are always present no matter
what the use of the space is. Let's have a look at the bare minimum
design factors a space must have so that it can be called a comfortable
and habitable space.
1) Proportions of the room.
The word "proportions"
is always used in the design field. Every interior space which is being
used by humans must be proportionate. Proportions are extremely important
in any design.
Every 3 dimensional object
has properties such as length, width and height. When these 3 are in
accordance with the proportions of various parts of human body we call
it a "proportionate" design.
For example a handle of a
wardrobe must have dimensions such that our fingers can hold it properly
for effortless and smooth action. or a chair seat must have enough are
so that we can sit comfortably. Again the type of seating will change
the dimensions of the chair. A chair in waiting lobby of a bank will
be different than a sofa.
So proportions play a major
role in interior design and furniture in your bedroom must also follow
these rules. The dimensions of the double bed, it's height from floor
level, height of wardrobe, dimensions of dressing table, etc...all these
matter as far as function is concerned.
2) Natural light entering
the room.
There is no alternative for
naturally lit spaces. Sun being the strongest source of light and also
helps to keep the biological balance of the planet Earth, it is very
much necessary in the interior spaces.
Study shows that natural
light can penetrate in an interior space up to 20 feet (Approx. 7 meters).
Using appropriate position for window opening can easily achieve this.
3) Natural Ventilation
A free and unobstructed flow
of air can be a great way to keep the atmosphere cool and clean in an
interior space. This is possible where bedrooms are located at the corner
of the building where 2 sides of the bedrooms have external faces.
Where it is not possible
to provide windows on adjacent faces or opposite faces, a ventilator
above the window is used. The concept behind the ventilator is simple.
The lower half the bedroom height is always used by the habitants. Because
of the constant use of this are the air temperature rises and air becomes
light weight.
This hot air rises above
and must need an escape. At such times ventilators above the window
openings play a major role of circulating the flow through the room
in an upward direction. When the lower portion of the room becomes empty
fresh air from window takes its position, thus maintaining a balance.
4) Clear Movement Patterns.
Every bedroom has certain
exit points attached to it. Such as
a) Exit to balcony/ terrace.
b) Exit to toilet block/ walk in closet
c) Exit to backyard (if on ground floor)
If we draw an imaginary line
from the entry point to all these exit points, ideally the should not
intersect. Since all other areas are already occupied with furniture,
keeping the inside circulation space clear, helps to achieve a comfortable
space.
5) Good Provision For Inclusion
Of Accessories.
Accessories in a bedroom
have equal importance. When all other factors mentioned above are fairly
met what remains is the use of accessories which can make quite a lot
of difference in the comfort level of the habitants.
a) The first and the most
important is a good provision of artificial lighting. This includes
basic lighting as well as special decorative lighting for decorative
purposes.
b) Special provision for
upholstery and linen. Small details such as curtain rods, provision
for bed canopies can make the room extra decorative.
c) Use materials that are
easy to clean and maintain. For example if you are using PVC flooring
sheets on top of standard tiled flooring, is it washable? Think of what
will happen if your child uses it as a painting canvas.
The discussion above was
an attempt to look for some universal factor that can affect the comfort
level of the users in a bedroom. Finally the feeling which you get when
you use your bedroom is most important and is a good measure to decide
the success factor of the design project.
However it is important to
note that these are not the only factors that need to be looked upon,
but I'm sure these can help as a starting point for further creative
thinking.
I hope this article was informative
to everyone.
Shrinivas Vaidya
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