Hello, Expert Community. I have just expanded my top floor room to convert it to a nice 300 Sqft, Home office and Home Gym divided by a wall which has opening of 4 feet wide between 2 areas. I am confused on design, materials to be used etc. For home office I am trying to find a solution for Standing desk that can be designed to sit and stand while working. A full bright color office without any wood colors. For Gym I am thinking about a few machines (Treadmill/Ellipitical+ plus a yoga area. Any reference pictures ideas are welcome.

I have an extra floor in my house. It is the topmost one. What all cam i create apart from rooms? Im considering movie hall, gym, pool table. A new Ideas anyone??

Referring to the sketch above as option 1 you can have two option, option 1, as obvious cutout at the middle of the u shape staircase, in addition to this you can also have a double height entrance foyer with a chandelier in between hanging from the top. on first floor you can shift the balcony door side ways as mentioned with a circle. referring to the image above option 2 option 2 would be a complete change of staircase orientation , bringing the staircase in front foyer, extending the upper cutout as marked in dotted line, the new found area can help you extend your both bathrooms areas or can help you put some ground floor furniture or a informal study area.(see if your FSI permits to all these changes). and on the top your new area can accommodate your big gym equipment's like treadmill , and some additional gym storage. here you can also get to know from top who has arrived to your front door peeking downwards. further the walls of this area can be decorated while doing interiors and make the foyer look grand & luxurious. option three, If you are thinking of giving a cutout in center of the hall, please avoid, your areas above wont be usable in an appropriate way. cheers

Various area serves various purpose in a house, thus they have their own requirements. The ambience and character of every space could be unique yet in sync with the overall design of the house. Flooring plays a major roll in developing the character and mood of a space, so i would suggest to get a professional help (as there are various layers of detailing which adds on to the interior subconsciously) and work with them to identify what works for you according to your need, preference & lifestyle. Regards, Priyank Mangalam Principal Architect Meraki-PMA