hi

the long side overlooks roof on 1st floor and storage building. the short side (bottom) overlooks parking lot and is not obscured by roof/etc, so views are nicer...). I have thought of putting either bedrooms on bottom windows or kitchen. Not sure yet, I will try to upload some ideas later this week, but, for now, looking for initial inspiration too :)

Do you know what architects do?

You just described a tear down and new build. Not a renovation. Hire that architect.

Is this in a building that was not originally build for residential us? I am guessing it is an adaptive reuse of an older building. Am I right?

" Do you know what architects do? " I am sure they had an architect but to be honest, it scares to me to think how bad he/she were based on some other designs there.

" You just described a tear down and new build. Not a renovation. Hire that architect. " yes, it's an empty shell. i will probably get one for sure, but before i even move on with the ideas/place, I was hoping for some ideas on layout. right now, I am thinking move to move bedrooms on long wall with first starting around 10-12ft from entrance on top.

"Is this in a building that was not originally build for residential us? I am guessing it is an adaptive reuse of an older building. Am I right? "

correct. an old industrial building that they are re-purposing into condo units, except they are doing it very slowly (some been build out 13 years ago).

For something like that, in a multi family situation, everything will have much more stringent building requirements. Fire safety and insulation wasn't big in old factories. Plumbing and electrical is really challenging. Historic regulations and exterior appearance that can't be changed is a big player in design. That requires an architect from the beginning. Not as an afterthought. It's not optional either. The plans will need to be stamped. Then it will require a licensed contractor to implement. No DIY.

" For something like that, in a multi family situation, everything will have much more stringent building requirements. Fire safety and insulation wasn't big in old factories. Plumbing and electrical is really challenging. Historic regulations and exterior appearance that can't be changed is a big player in design. That requires an architect from the beginning. Not as an afterthought. It's not optional either. The plans will need to be stamped. Then it will require a licensed contractor to implement. No DIY. "

I am aware of all of that. This place is not historical afaik (I know in a historical place now). It's gutted inside stud to stud, so all new insulation inside, fire proof, sprinklers, etc.

the builder already has all the permits for work and board is fine with all of that...

Is the building sprinkled?

Here. Put in the bid and find a good local architect. You may be able to squeeze in a third bedroom or fly tying room.

thanks for the design ideas. yes, building has sprinkles already installed throughout

There are a lot of considerations about the space that are not clear. Is it a multi story building with plumbing chases running thru areas that are not mentioned? Where is the power/water/utilitys coming in? I think you would be smart to hire a professional who understands multi unit buildings to help you get on the right track.

Make a list of your wants and needs, save photos of spaces you like, and come up with a realistic budget.. then double it as its not going to be cheap to build this out.

it's 2 stories, this would be 2nd floor. I believe water and poor are running between 1st and 2nd floor. 1st floor is completely undeveloped and may not be for years... I totally understand the need for architect and such, I am also looking for a generic plan ideas for now :)

Following.

See, that is why I recommend contacting a local architect. They can pick up those minute details like, "it's 2 stories".

Thanks Mark, I will.

For now, I was hoping for some layout ideas. All piping will go below the floor and above 1st floor's ceiling, so there are no restrictions, and price will depend on how complicated or how spread it is...

"so there are no restrictions"

I love projects with unlimited budgets.

Now would be a good time to start talking to local architects

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I love projects with unlimited budgets.

Now would be a good time to start talking to local architects"

Not unlimited budgets, but yes, it's nice to potentially have flexibility in some projects.

yes, I will be talking to architects, but again, before I do that, my hope would be to have some idea what kind of basic layout I want.

Spend the money on the design professional... nothing is free in life. How do you think we make a living?

" Spend the money on the design professional... nothing is free in life. How do you think we make a living?"

Considering I said that I will at least several times above, and that my request was pretty specific, I do not see a point of stating the same thing multiple times.

Thank you though.

Where is the stairs?

" Where is the stairs? " there are 2 sets, on on top door side, 30ft or so left out and other set on lower door side about 50ft down the corridor.

No indications of plumbing drain locations.

No indications of electrical service amperage, or location.

No indication of stair location. Or even that it was a two story.

No indication of the internal steel supports and bracing for the masonry walls.

No indication of floor construction or method of hanging from masonry walls.

No indication of infrastructure of any kind.

No indication of general location and climate.

No indication of AHJ regulation, involvement, and oversight.

Not even a decent as built drawing.

Are you are being disingenuous for some unknown reason? Or do you understand so little about construction and design that you are failing to post even the minimal required information for people to rough sketch?

Existing conditions and infrastructure can not be ignored. There is no "blank slate" here. There never is in any remodel. But something like this has many more restrictions on the potential design.

The information required here isn't being shared, and posters are getting bits and pieces like teeth being pulled. That is not how you excite people about your project enough to volunteer thousands of dollars in free work. Most people feel pretty disinclined to keep on pulling teeth. They'll tell you to just go to the darn dentist and pay by the hour.

Do you have to leave your potential unit on the first floor to get to the second floor of your potential unit?

" Do you have to leave your potential unit on the first floor to get to the second floor of your potential unit? "

first floor has no units. afaik it's like a 80x200ft space that hasnt been used in 20 years or more. no idea what's there. they will develop all 2nd floor first on that side of the building and then, unknown. extra to 2nd floor in from outside via stairs, the back entrance also has stairs but also loading dock access.

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" No indications of plumbing drain locations.

no plumbing is yet installed anywhere, hence why I wanted to have an idea for layout to see what I like or disline, before going to Architect and contractors to specify all that. right now, they are clearing out the area and installing studs to create separate units.

No indications of electrical service amperage, or location.

same as above whatever is there now is old and will be gutten out/rewrited. idea for 200amp circuit.

No indication of stair location. Or even that it was a two story.

stairs nowhere near the unit, one is about 20ft down the corridor and other 50ft or so.

No indication of the internal steel supports and bracing for the masonry walls.

those are specified on picture by black squares. they are columns and support wide/long old growth beams that support roof.

No indication of floor construction or method of hanging from masonry walls.

that, i do not know, but floor is old growth pine.. could be 50+ years old. i seen it refinished in other units in building and even with patching/etc, it looks good.

No indication of infrastructure of any kind.

it's really an empty shell right now.

No indication of general location and climate.

northeast within 80miles of boston.

No indication of AHJ regulation, involvement, and oversight.

I do not know exactly, right now, as I do not yet own the place.

Not even a decent as built drawing.

I do not have anything yet as of now. Plan to update it later when I do.

Are you are being disingenuous for some unknown reason? Or do you understand so little about construction and design that you are failing to post even the minimal required information for people to rough sketch?

Not being disingenuous. I do not have any construction experience. I am not sure what is required as I do not own that space yet. I am trying to have basic layout done in my mind to even have some ideas what I can do and cannot do before I start something that will be harder to unwind.

Existing conditions and infrastructure can not be ignored. There is no "blank slate" here. There never is in any remodel. But something like this has many more restrictions on the potential design.

The information required here isn't being shared, and posters are getting bits and pieces like teeth being pulled. That is not how you excite people about your project enough to volunteer thousands of dollars in free work. Most people feel pretty disinclined to keep on pulling teeth. They'll tell you to just go to the darn dentist and pay by the hour"

please ask me questions that you need to know and if I know, I will share what I can. I do not want to provide location for a simple fact that is very premature as I do not own it and my own privacy, in case I decide to go ahead.

There is A LOT of information needed to give you proper advice, more than you can give here. Bite the bullet and hire an architect to give you accurate council. It will be worth the investment and you won't waste anybody's time.

A friend mentioned that something maybe confusing. I keep referring to first floor and so on. I want to make it clear. This space is only on 2nd floor. First floor exists but it's not developed and may not be anytime soon and except for plumbing probably be attached from there, it has no other bearing on this space.