Frame house project “Smila” 26.4 m² with a mono-pitch roof (26.4 м²)

Frame house project «Smila» 26.4 m²

«Smila» is a project of a compact frame house with a total area of 26.4 m², a simple rectangular shape and a mono-pitched roof. The house has dimensions of 4.11 × 8.42 m, making it well suited for a narrow plot, a country house or as a separate guest house next to the main residence. The project is designed for year-round living: the house includes a vestibule, a main room with a kitchen area, a separate bedroom and a bathroom. Thanks to this layout, «Smila» can be used not only as a seasonal dacha, but also as compact housing for the temporary or permanent residence of one person or a couple.

Layout of the compact house

The floor plan is as simple and straightforward as possible.

• The vestibule of 1.1 m² keeps cold air out and makes the house more comfortable to use during the cool season.
• The main room of 14.8 m² combines the functions of a living room, dining area and kitchen. A compact kitchen unit, a table, seating and the necessary storage furniture can be placed here.
• The separate bedroom of 6.8 m² allows the sleeping area to be separated from the common space. This is an important advantage for a small house, as the layout is not reduced to a single studio room.
• The bathroom of 3.7 m² has enough space for a shower cabin, toilet and washbasin.
• For heating, the room is designed with the option of installing a small steel wood-burning stove.

The total area of the project is 26.4 m². Despite the small area, the house has a complete set of rooms necessary for comfortable living.

Architecture and appearance

The architecture of the house is laconic and practical. The rectangular volume, mono-pitched roof, simple facades and horizontal cladding create a calm modern look without unnecessary decoration. This project fits easily into a dacha plot, a private yard or an estate.

The facades are finished with horizontal siding in a light warm shade. Dark window frames, neat surrounds and a small metal canopy above the entrance add character to the house. The mono-pitched roof emphasises the compactness of the volume and simplifies the structural solution.

Structural solutions

• The project includes strip monolithic reinforced concrete foundations.
• Floor on a monolithic concrete slab with 150 mm polystyrene insulation.
• External walls are built on a timber frame with 250 mm mineral wool insulation.
• Floor structure — on wooden beams with 300 mm basalt wool insulation.
• Roof — pitched, with a steel corrugated sheet covering.
• Ceiling height, from floor to ceiling beams 2.47 m.

For a house of this size, frame technology is a fitting choice: the structures are lightweight, do not require an overly complex foundation, and the insulated envelope of walls, floor and ceiling helps reduce heat loss.

Who is the «Smila» project suitable for

The «Smila» project is suitable for those looking for a small frame house project. It can be considered as a compact dacha for seasonal recreation, a house for parents, housing for one person, a guest house or an additional building next to the main house.

Thanks to its small dimensions, the project is easy to place on a narrow or restricted plot. The simple layout, mono-pitched roof and frame construction make this house a rational solution for quick construction without excessive costs.

Project advantages

• compact dimensions 4.11 × 8.42 m;
• total area 26.4 m²;
• a separate bedroom, not just a single studio room;
• a full bathroom;
• a vestibule at the entrance;
• simple rectangular shape of the house;
• mono-pitched roof;
• frame construction.

FAQ — frequently asked questions about the «Smila» project

Is the «Smila» project suitable for a dacha?

Yes. The project is well suited for a dacha plot, as it has a small area, a simple shape, a bedroom, a bathroom and a room with a kitchen area.

Can the house be replanned to include a sauna?

Yes, such replanning is possible, but it needs to be considered separately. For a sauna it is necessary to check the ventilation, moisture insulation, fire distances from the stove and the convenience of placing a shower.

Can screw piles be used instead of a strip foundation?

Yes, but the floor structure would then need to be changed. Instead of a floor on a concrete slab, a wooden floor on joists with insulation and draught protection should be provided.

Can solar panels be installed on the roof?

Yes, but before installation it is necessary to check the orientation of the slope, the load-bearing capacity of the roof and the method of fixing the panels to the corrugated sheet. For a small house this can be a useful solution, especially for seasonal or autonomous use.

Conclusion

«Smila» is a small frame house for a plot where a compact and technically simple solution is needed. The project can be ordered as a ready-made set of construction drawings or adapted to the conditions of your plot.

Other ready-made frame house projects can be viewed in the «Frame houses» section