Two 2BHK Flats in 55’ × 32’ Space — Need Layout Suggestions
I have an empty first-floor hall measuring 55 ft × 32 ft that is currently unused and generating no income. I’m planning to convert it into two rental flats and would really appreciate help with the floor plan.
Plot Dimensions:
- 55 ft × 32 ft
- 55 ft on the left and right sides
- 32 ft on the top and bottom sides
- Tall rectangular layout
Site Constraints:
- The entire left 55 ft side is blocked by another building, so there can be no windows on that side.
- The top, right, and bottom sides are open.
Existing Entry:
- The staircase opens onto the first floor near the bottom-left corner of the hall.
- I’d prefer to keep the staircase and entry in the same location.
Goal:
Convert this empty hall into two comfortable flats that can be rented out.
Desired Rooms in Each Flat:
- Living room
- Dining room
- Kitchen
- 2 bedrooms
- 1 common bathroom between the two bedrooms
- 1 additional bathroom near the living/dining area (if possible)
Preferred Flow (if possible):
Living Room → Dining Room → Kitchen → Bedroom 1 → Common Bathroom → Bedroom 2
Main Concerns:
- Proper cross ventilation
- Good natural light
- Efficient use of space
- Practical room sizes
Sketch Notes:
- The purple line represents the 55 ft side that is completely blocked by another building.
- The green line on the left represents the existing staircase/entry area.
- The two additional green lines show where the entrances to the two flats need to begin, since a narrow hall comes from the staircase and reaches that point.
- This arrangement works well because the left side is blocked anyway.
I’m attaching a simple sketch showing the plot orientation and blocked side.
Any suggestions on the best way to design this space would be greatly appreciated. Thanks!