This home is an answer to those who seek to build a small home that offers them with all the conveniences offered by a typical house but at a reduced footprint. Whether it’s constraints in space, funds or one just has a preference for smaller homes, this home is just for you. It offers lots of natural light due to its windows, livability and privacy to the residents.
The following plan has the following features:
- Living area (9.5 by 12 ft)
- Bedroom 1 and Bedroom 2 (8 ft by 12 ft)
- Closed Kitchen (6 ft by 7ft)
- Separate bathroom and toilet
- A front and back port with two entrance.
Being 7m by 6m, the total area of the house is 42 SQM. To find out the total cost of building this 42 SQM Two-bedroom house plan, in Kenya, find out the cost of construction per square meter then multiply with the floor area. This can range from Ksh 15,000 – 30,000 / SQM depending on finishes. If you would like to make the living room feel bigger, then consider having an open kitchen in place of the closed one.
How to build internal walls in a mabati house/iron sheet house: The internal walls are built using gypsum boards fixed on a frame. One creates frames using either dry timber or aluminum that will eventually divide the internal space into rooms. Then gypsum boards(similar to the ones used on ceilings) are fixed on the frames to create partitions. The joints are filled using gypsum filler and tape and painted over for a neat finish.
How to tile walls in a mabati/iron sheet house: Once the gypsum panels are up, one can use tile adhesive to fix tiles on the walls the same way one does it on a masonry wall.
This small two bedroom home with a closed kitchen is perfect for a small family or a starter home. You can enlarge the spaces and keep the same layout should you need to. If you are looking for a slightly bigger two bedroom with a master ensuite check out this Simple two bedroom layout. Let me know what you think, and I hope this read has been helpful. Build wisely!
Note that these drawings are mostly for inspiration. Should you wish to build something like this, consult a professional.
