I would build this all on one level. The steps don't add anything, and they present a tripping hazard. The big pantry adds the needed counter and storage space. Except for a few details i would change to suit me, this is a good plan
I like the fact that even though it’s a small entryway at least there is an entry instead of the open concept. I did not mind the stairs and personally have no issues with that even though I am older. Super that there is a nice sized pantry and kitchen is also good sized. Now if I could only find a builder in Texas. All new homes here are enormous and I find all of them to look alike no matter the price. Thank you for this lovely plan.
I love the exterior! I think it is lovely just the way it is! Upstairs would be lovely for guests who come to visit as well! Thanks great plan! Kitchen is fine Just toooo much stuff around! Neat it up!
I would want the interior to be all one level. I think of smaller homes as retirement/downsizing type of homes so the steps would be a challenge for many people in that situation. The exterior is beautiful and the inside has many positive points. I love the laundry room, pantry, and eating area.
Loved the laundry room. Finally a place to hang clothes that can not go in the dryer. What is with the steps inside? I would take the tub out of the 2nd bathroom and make it a shower. If you need a tub change the first to a tub shower combo. Also add a double garage.
I would swap the fridge and stove locations. The fridge would be closer to the Great Room for people getting drinks. It would also allow the island to be used as a landing area for taking foods in and out of the fridge. It would also allow the stove exhaust vent to be vented outside easier.
I think I would have to swap places with the smaller bedroom and the laundry and HW/HVAC closet. I think I would like to not have to take dirty clothes to the front entrance but if it were put in the hall it would actually be closer to plumbing stacks. I would also make it all one level (I'm old, need to not have things to trip over). Other than that, I really like this house. The simple footprint would be less expensive to build than houses with lots of corners.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts Andysuber! I appreciate your insights on the layout-it's always interesting to see how others envision optimizing a space!
Those stairs are most definitely a tripping hazard. I would leave them out and make sure that all the doorways are wide enough for a wheelchair or walker. I have mobility issues, so the fewer stairs, the better for me. I think I would also remove the wall dividing the entrance from the living room. Bedroom 1 would be my sewing studio, so I would remove the shower in Bathroom 1, and using the space to create more storage in Bedroom 1's closet. Bathroom 1 would become a powder room for visitors.
Why is it that none of the house designers hardly ever included a garage? Where do they think homeowners keep their lawnmower, garden tools, heavy duty shelving for storage, a freezer or second refrigerator? I would never buy a house without, at least, a two stall garage.
IT WAS LOOKING SO AWESOME AND THEN THE CAMERA SWINGS AROUND AND THERE ARE THOSE CRAZY STEPS GOING IN 2 DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS . NAH IT WOULD NOT BE A GOOD IDEA FOR SOMEONE WHO IS GOING TO AGE IN THE HOUSE OR FOR SOMEONE THAT HAS HAD A FEW COCKTAILS AND NEED FLAT SAFE FLOORING TO GET WHERE THEY NEED TO. THERE IS SOMETHING CALLED A COOKS TRIANGLE. THE SINK THE STOVE THE REFRIGERATOR NEED TO BE IN A COMFORTABLE TRIANGLE -YET NOT CRAMPED TOO CLOSE - YOUR FRIG IS WAY TOO FAR AWAY FROM THE STOVE ESP. THERE ALWATS NEEDS TO BE ENOUGH COUNTER ON BOTH SIDES OF THE SINK AND THE STOVE. TO GET COUNTER NEXT TO THE FRIG FOR A LANDING SPOT TO SET THINGS DN WHILE YOU RETRIEVE THEM - IS A SPECIAL BONUS . ADD IN CABS TO THE CEILINGS AND MOSTLY DRAWER BASES THAT IS THE MAKINGS OF A PERFECT KITCHEN AND IN SCHOOL YOU WOULD GET AN A+ GRADE ..... CHEERS
Thank you for sharing your insights Poppy! The concept of the cooking triangle is so important, and I appreciate your detailed advice on creating an efficient kitchen layout!
@@Bobrogers99 YES I AM SURE BUT I HAVE A SIGHT DISABILITY THAT IN ORDER TO FUNCTION MORE LIKE NORMAL PEOPLE DO - TYPING IN ALL CAPS IS ONLY ONE OF SEVERAL THINGS I DO TO MAKE THIS HAPPEN... KNOW THAT I GET IT .. BUT I NEVER WANT TO BE LEFT OUT.
Where is the back door? How do you access the deck? The main bedroom has no shower in the bathroom? Why do you never show the closets? is because they are too small?
I find the layout of the house a little odd. For instance the laundry/utility room is right by the front door. The house could also be all on one level. In the kitchen the upper cabinets are so high that most women wouldn’t be able to reach them without a stepladder. Where are the utilities like the furnace and hot water tank?
Nothing charming about the fireplace or kitchen granite, change the color and cabinets. We want to enhance the charm not overshadow. I don't see the point of a pantry if the layout and space is not suitable or enough for entertaining. It's split level. I never liked the bedrooms being so close to the entrance either or the bathrooms not having a window if one of the walls access the outside area. Also hate toilets next to tubs. how does one access the back porch? I didn't see a door leading to the back porch. Best part of the house was the where the dining table sat. Nice view and window even though it felt cramped. 😅
Of course, too small. Terrible lack of storage, except for pantry which is very nice. The bedroom closet/bathroom block should be reconfigured to have closets back to back, and bathrooms back to back-it looks like they are equal size closets and bathrooms, so no problem. The advantages are in bedroom 1 the closet door would be behind the entry door giving back the width of the closet to wall space opposite the bed. Also, both bathrooms will be on exterior wall, so both can have a window. The steps are silly and over reaching in this design and as many have pointed out are potentially hazardous. Especially the steps to the bedroom are out of place. They do add a nice touch though and give the feeling of more space and separation on rooms. That said, I would opt for step down to living room and keep the second bedroom on the entry level. This is safer and also gives you a higher ceiling which is nicer in public spaces, which is nice. If there were more space there could be steps up to the kitchen. I would relocate the entry to the living room to be immediately on the right as you make the turn after entering the house. I do not like that a visitor would have to pass a bedroom and a bathroom to enter the public space. This gives more separation of private and public spaces. Ideally that corridor would be longer to establish this separation properly but then the house would have to be made longer as well. Very nice design. I liked it well enough to write this.
I retract the closet bathroom comment. I realize that the reason for this is to have hall access. I hope you out a source of natural light in the ceiling though.
I truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback Drumpointer! It's great to see someone so engaged with the design aspects. Your insights could help others envision how to maximize their space!
Too many narrow halls and doorways. The arched doorways are a nice touch…just too many. Unnecessary steps and stairs are definitely tripping and safety hazards. Pantry is perfect. Seems too closed off and isolated…needs a balance of openness and privacy.
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I would build this all on one level. The steps don't add anything, and they present a tripping hazard. The big pantry adds the needed counter and storage space. Except for a few details i would change to suit me, this is a good plan
Thanks Bobrogers for your feedback.
Yes I agree!
I like the fact that even though it’s a small entryway at least there is an entry instead of the open concept. I did not mind the stairs and personally have no issues with that even though I am older. Super that there is a nice sized pantry and kitchen is also good sized. Now if I could only find a builder in Texas. All new homes here are enormous and I find all of them to look alike no matter the price. Thank you for this lovely plan.
Good point!
I love the exterior! I think it is lovely just the way it is! Upstairs would be lovely for guests who come to visit as well! Thanks great plan! Kitchen is fine Just toooo much stuff around! Neat it up!
That would be cool!❤️Carolmassero
Love its,thank for but an tub cabnet,window in masterbedroom,patio door in eat area for kitchen,and love closet glass door
Thanks for sharing! JANETJACKSON.
I would want the interior to be all one level. I think of smaller homes as retirement/downsizing type of homes so the steps would be a challenge for many people in that situation. The exterior is beautiful and the inside has many positive points. I love the laundry room, pantry, and eating area.
Thanks for sharing Kkay!
This house is so beautiful, I can't believe it!
Thank u so much Virginiaescalera.
Loved the laundry room. Finally a place to hang clothes that can not go in the dryer. What is with the steps inside? I would take the tub out of the 2nd bathroom and make it a shower. If you need a tub change the first to a tub shower combo. Also add a double garage.
The house is split-level so we need steps to go to the living area.
I would swap the fridge and stove locations. The fridge would be closer to the Great Room for people getting drinks. It would also allow the island to be used as a landing area for taking foods in and out of the fridge. It would also allow the stove exhaust vent to be vented outside easier.
That's a great idea! Thanks for the tip Banebury.
I think I would have to swap places with the smaller bedroom and the laundry and HW/HVAC closet. I think I would like to not have to take dirty clothes to the front entrance but if it were put in the hall it would actually be closer to plumbing stacks. I would also make it all one level (I'm old, need to not have things to trip over). Other than that, I really like this house. The simple footprint would be less expensive to build than houses with lots of corners.
Thank you for sharing your thoughts Andysuber! I appreciate your insights on the layout-it's always interesting to see how others envision optimizing a space!
Lovely design 👌 😊❤
Thank you Donnajackson! Cheers!
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Thanks for your feedback Lusia-Lusy, its helps us to make our house design better.
Nice
Thanks so much Eio.
This is so cute!
Thank you
Those stairs are most definitely a tripping hazard. I would leave them out and make sure that all the doorways are wide enough for a wheelchair or walker. I have mobility issues, so the fewer stairs, the better for me. I think I would also remove the wall dividing the entrance from the living room. Bedroom 1 would be my sewing studio, so I would remove the shower in Bathroom 1, and using the space to create more storage in Bedroom 1's closet. Bathroom 1 would become a powder room for visitors.
Thanks For The Feedback TheKjoy.
What is the price on this?
So, you walk in the front door, and the first thing you see is the washer and dryer?
Change from glass door to solid and keep closed.
Why is it that none of the house designers hardly ever included a garage? Where do they think homeowners keep their lawnmower, garden tools, heavy duty shelving for storage, a freezer or second refrigerator? I would never buy a house without, at least, a two stall garage.
Thanks For Your Feedback Donlipsky.
Needs to be higher off the ground homes sink over time!
Thanks for your suggestion Marshabass.
IT WAS LOOKING SO AWESOME AND THEN THE CAMERA SWINGS AROUND AND THERE ARE THOSE CRAZY STEPS GOING IN 2 DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS . NAH IT WOULD NOT BE A GOOD IDEA FOR SOMEONE WHO IS GOING TO AGE IN THE HOUSE OR FOR SOMEONE THAT HAS HAD A FEW COCKTAILS AND NEED FLAT SAFE FLOORING TO GET WHERE THEY NEED TO. THERE IS SOMETHING CALLED A COOKS TRIANGLE. THE SINK THE STOVE THE REFRIGERATOR NEED TO BE IN A COMFORTABLE TRIANGLE -YET NOT CRAMPED TOO CLOSE - YOUR FRIG IS WAY TOO FAR AWAY FROM THE STOVE ESP. THERE ALWATS NEEDS TO BE ENOUGH COUNTER ON BOTH SIDES OF THE SINK AND THE STOVE. TO GET COUNTER NEXT TO THE FRIG FOR A LANDING SPOT TO SET THINGS DN WHILE YOU RETRIEVE THEM - IS A SPECIAL BONUS . ADD IN CABS TO THE CEILINGS AND MOSTLY DRAWER BASES THAT IS THE MAKINGS OF A PERFECT KITCHEN AND IN SCHOOL YOU WOULD GET AN A+ GRADE ..... CHEERS
It would be easier to read your comments if they were not in all caps.
Thank you for sharing your insights Poppy! The concept of the cooking triangle is so important, and I appreciate your detailed advice on creating an efficient kitchen layout!
@@Bobrogers99 YES I AM SURE BUT I HAVE A SIGHT DISABILITY THAT IN ORDER TO FUNCTION MORE LIKE NORMAL PEOPLE DO - TYPING IN ALL CAPS IS ONLY ONE OF SEVERAL THINGS I DO TO MAKE THIS HAPPEN... KNOW THAT I GET IT .. BUT I NEVER WANT TO BE LEFT OUT.
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The two different levels within the house is a mistake as it is a tripping hazard.
Thanks for your feedback Lindathompson.
Where is the back door? How do you access the deck? The main bedroom has no shower in the bathroom? Why do you never show the closets? is because they are too small?
back door is near the dining table as a glass door slider.
I find the layout of the house a little odd. For instance the laundry/utility room is right by the front door. The house could also be all on one level. In the kitchen the upper cabinets are so high that most women wouldn’t be able to reach them without a stepladder. Where are the utilities like the furnace and hot water tank?
Thanks for the tips! chandarussell.
Nothing charming about the fireplace or kitchen granite, change the color and cabinets. We want to enhance the charm not overshadow. I don't see the point of a pantry if the layout and space is not suitable or enough for entertaining. It's split level. I never liked the bedrooms being so close to the entrance either or the bathrooms not having a window if one of the walls access the outside area. Also hate toilets next to tubs. how does one access the back porch? I didn't see a door leading to the back porch. Best part of the house was the where the dining table sat. Nice view and window even though it felt cramped. 😅
Thanks for your feedback Janesoto, it help us to make our house design better. There is sliding glass door near the dining table for the back porch.
It’s absolutely ridiculous to have the laundry at the front door. Get rid of the split level
Thanks for your feedback Barbara, it help us to do better house design
Of course, too small.
Terrible lack of storage, except for pantry which is very nice.
The bedroom closet/bathroom block should be reconfigured to have closets back to back, and bathrooms back to back-it looks like they are equal size closets and bathrooms, so no problem. The advantages are in bedroom 1 the closet door would be behind the entry door giving back the width of the closet to wall space opposite the bed. Also, both bathrooms will be on exterior wall, so both can have a window.
The steps are silly and over reaching in this design and as many have pointed out are potentially hazardous. Especially the steps to the bedroom are out of place. They do add a nice touch though and give the feeling of more space and separation on rooms. That said, I would opt for step down to living room and keep the second bedroom on the entry level. This is safer and also gives you a higher ceiling which is nicer in public spaces, which is nice. If there were more space there could be steps up to the kitchen.
I would relocate the entry to the living room to be immediately on the right as you make the turn after entering the house. I do not like that a visitor would have to pass a bedroom and a bathroom to enter the public space. This gives more separation of private and public spaces. Ideally that corridor would be longer to establish this separation properly but then the house would have to be made longer as well.
Very nice design.
I liked it well enough to write this.
I retract the closet bathroom comment. I realize that the reason for this is to have hall access.
I hope you out a source of natural light in the ceiling though.
Oh, also, this is not what’s meant by the term split level, as you must know.
I truly appreciate your thoughtful feedback Drumpointer! It's great to see someone so engaged with the design aspects. Your insights could help others envision how to maximize their space!
Too many narrow halls and doorways. The arched doorways are a nice touch…just too many. Unnecessary steps and stairs are definitely tripping and safety hazards. Pantry is perfect. Seems too closed off and isolated…needs a balance of openness and privacy.
Thanks for your suggestion and feedback Appalachianqueen.
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