There are some room types that many people find beautiful but hesitate to buy. The duplex penthouse is one of them.

Then is it true that you can't enter top floor duplex? It really depends on how you plan it, but benefits of thermal insulation and waterproofing are still obvious.

Two examples to illustrate:

Chicago Penthouse

Highlight: integrating life and use

by: Wheeler Kearns & Symbiotic Living

Area 590㎡ including living room, dining room, family room, living room, master bedroom, second bedroom, children's room and two studies.

Because this is due to office needs, enough space is reserved for activities.

The living room is connected from above and below, ceiling height is 6.7m. The effect of floor-to-ceiling windows is still very shocking.

At opposite wall is an industrial-style two-tiered bookshelf that almost looks like a showroom with plenty of sunlight on top floor.

The overall style of the dining and kitchen area is a combination of classic and modern with a richer sense of hierarchy.

Spacious and bright office space almost corresponds to configuration of an A-class office building.

Private living spaces are also sensibly separated, with almost all of them using thermal insulation panels.

Swedish duplex

Highlight: sophistication and elegance

From: Louise Lilliencrantz

The main colors are white and brown, creating a fresh and elegant atmosphere.

Irregular lines bring some fun to plain white walls. Not tiresome.

The curved dome can also effectively reduce heat absorption rate of roof.

The dining room and kitchen are connected, decorated in classic and elegant colors, and metal finishes add a touch of sophistication.

Upstairs is bedroom, with an adjoining dressing room for storage.

An irregularly shaped corner space is used as a seating area, increasing space utilization.

Note. In China, it is forbidden to close and build a solarium on a rooftop terrace, which is an illegal construction. Or do a good job of waterproofing honestly.