Small homes and studios
Sleeping zone Services and Power Planning for Small homes and studios
Locate the equipment first, then coordinate outlets, switches and maintenance access with the relevant trades.
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Walkthrough checklist
- Make a schedule of fixed and portable equipment and note where each will actually be used.
- Overlay service routes and outlets on the furniture drawings before approving joinery.
- Keep shutoffs and frequently serviced connections reachable and have the relevant specialist verify the provision.
Worked example
Bedside charging outlets are hidden behind a tall headboard and inaccessible from the mattress.
Set outlet height and position against the selected bed and headboard drawings, leaving cords clear of walking routes.
How to test it
Check locations against the final furniture and appliance drawings before walls or cabinets are closed.
Apply it to this space
- Layout
- Place the bed in the least-through area and use a low or open divider if separation is needed.
- Detail
- Use wall-mounted reading lights and under-bed drawers for seasonal items.
- Trade-off
- A full-height partition adds privacy but cuts light and air movement.
- Check daylight reaches the rear zone
- Test bed access and drawer clearance
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