What would you change?
Ann L
4 years ago
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What would you change on this floor plan?
Comments (27)@Em I think that your current plan is much better. If you think that you want a single-story, then you need to ask your builder and architect about the additional costs, if any, to build relative to a two story. It may make sense given your legitimate concern about achy joints. A 1-story home, of course, has more roof and foundation, but I think that you should at least explore the that option so that you can make an informed decision. Again, I'm not a pro...just guy with an opinion going through the process just like you. Perhaps you do a larger lower level and a partial second story. For me, single-story living is significantly better than other options. You're not wasting space on stairs and they feel less cramped and if, heaven forbid, you become disabled and need to be in a wheelchair, then you retain use of your entire house instead of one floor. I think that if you have the right architect, then they can make spaces work harder you and your future....See MoreWhat would you change about the exterior?
Comments (28)I agree with all the others and neither the front or layout are to my personal taste. BUT, I am curious about what you loved about this layout. Because if you truly love it, I think the design could be saved if you lowered the roof/ceiling in that section of the house. As I look at the design, it seems like these massive two story windows/ceiling (which really mess with the front) are part of a guest bedroom and an office space — not exactly prime real estate for them. (Unless I’m missing a second floor). But maybe it is salvageable if you reconsidered those vaulted spaces....See MoreWhat would you change about the exterior?
Comments (4)Let your imagination go!! I think a porch would add a lot....See MoreOur house plan -what would you change?
Comments (27)Random thoughts: - The perimeter is complicated /lots of corners. This makes building more expensive and pushes the roofline into a complicated shape. Simplify. - You're looking at two fairly large bathrooms for two kids ... one of whom doesn't live with you full time. I'd consider a Jack-and-Jack bath ... give each boy a toilet and vanity and have them share a tub /shower and linen storage. - The tub/shower bath you're showing now has too small a vanity. - I think the boys' closets are a comfortable size. - I'd add a pocket door to the boys' hallway ... this will allow you someday to "close off" and avoid heating this area when they're no longer home. - I agree with what people above said about orientation to the sun. - To add to that thought, consider that your living room /kitchen will be dark ... the porch will prevent light from reaching these rooms. - You seem to have an outdoor kitchen planned? But it's quite far from the indoor kitchen ... it'd be better placed closer. - Note that your only door to the backyard is blocked by the table. Getting in /out will be problematic all the time, especially when people are seated at the table. - I always appreciate a big pantry! But look at the long pathway to reach yours ... I'd look into opening a small door between the garage and the pantry so you can "set things through". Also, windows in a pantry are not good ... light is the enemy of food storage. - The whole mudroom - laundry - master suite could be better. - The mudroom area will be dark. You could go with motion-sensored lights, but that won't make the area any more appealing. - Do you really need a closet that big? Even if so, don't waste that much exterior wall on a closet. - In contrast, the laundry room should be on an exterior wall ... dryers are best on exterior walls so they can vent directly to the outside. This is cheaper to build and more fire-safe, as it's easier to keep the vent clean. - I do like the proximity of the laundry to the master closet. - The master bath is overly large, which means more to tile and more to keep clean, and something this large can end up feeling empty and cold. Knee space? Do you mean in the toilet closet? I'd do away with the toilet closet altogether. I'd place the tub directly across from the bathroom entrance, as it'll be a nicer focal point /will allow you to walk towards a window. - I agree with the above poster who suggests a door directly out to the hot tub; I'd rather be able to go from the bathroom to the hot tub. - You say you're planning a bonus room above the garage? Why? For four people (one who doesn't live in the house full time), you already have a living room + a study that's going to be more of a den. Why go to the expense of the staircase and upstairs area? - Your bathrooms and kitchen are spread quite far apart ... you might consider separate hot water heaters. Otherwise, whoever's on the far side will be waiting a long time for the hot water to "make it" to that space....See MorePPF.
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