The Easy Building Designer allows you to add a mezzanine to a building. Mezzanines are especially practical for barndominiums, barns, and storage lofts, any place where you might need a second story or additional storage space.
It’s important to have a plan for your mezzanine before you do the engineering on your building, as your purpose will determine how the mezzanine is installed. Here are a few questions to consider when you need a mezzanine in your building.
- Is there room? Is your building tall enough to add a second floor? Is there room to move about without a normal-sized person hunching over? Make sure your building has plenty of head room above and below the mezzanine floor.
- Do you need a full second story or just a partial? A partial mezzanine is not a bad choice, especially for a barndominium. The area of the first floor without a mezzanine can enjoy a high ceiling and a more spacious living area. Now you can get that twelve foot Christmas tree you always wanted.
- What’s it for? Is it a second story loft with a bedroom and possibly a bath? Will you need electrical and plumbing run to the second floor? Will you be using it for storage? If so, how heavy will the loads be?
- How will you access the loft? Knowing the purpose of your loft will determine if you need stairs, an access ladder, or other means to reach the second floor.
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