I really think the loft suggestion your builder made and you decided to go with is a good one. You would’ve had a lot of wasted space if it had just been a vaulted ceiling or attic, and the great room is on the small side. While the stairs location is not ideal based on what I can figure from the thread, I don’t think you’ll regret having the loft. I wish there were an updated pic of the layout so I could better visualize what the space with the stairs will look like, but it might not be so bad with some of the creative ideas some people posted for stair areas. Whenever I get my hair done, I love it in the salon and hate it when I get home. Then my husband tell me it looks good and in a week or two I like it again. It’s buyer’s remorse. Keep in mind why you liked the idea in the first place, and after you’ve lived in it for a while, you might come to love it. Trying to find your silver lining! Good luck with whatever you decide to do!
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