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Split Level House: Homes of Staggering Design Part 2
Some "Ups and Downs"
The interesting look of a split level house floor plan comes with many distinct advantages to a homeowner, but it also comes with some cons that you may need to be aware of.
Separation Anxiety: It's the best of both worlds—it's both open and closed. In other words, standing in the kitchen you can get the sense of the entire house, both upstairs and down, making the home have a sense of openness. Yet at the same time it is divided enough that there is no overflow: each room has its own focus and therefore has more privacy. However, because of the staggered design, steady heating and cooling can be a bit of a hassle because it's difficult to create an even airflow.
More Stairs, More Problems: Unlike like full-story homes, you are now a proud owner of several small staircases. So you'll be able to get some extra exercise as you walk about the home. And for those with disabilities, a small staircase is less of a chore than a large one. However, you'll constantly be dealing with multiple cases (including one outside, creating icy porch steps), so it can be a problem among the elderly and infirmed.
Innovation Opportunities: It's a unique blueprint, so there are many interesting design opportunities. Due to the layout, the main floor has nothing resting on top of it, which means you can install dormers, skylights, large windows, or cathedral or vaulted ceilings. You can open things up by creating spacers between the stories, allowing you to gain even greater visual access between the floors. Plus, each room is divided from the rest, allowing every space to have a diverse feel in terms of b while still maintaining an individual unity throughout the entire home.
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