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Advantages, Disadvantages of Single and Double Storey House

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Constructing a home is something that everyone dreams and longs for. It is an exciting experience and a major milestone in life.

Exciting because you will be the boss – making all the decisions on how the house will look like from its layout to colours.

The question that will always crop up, especially for those looking to construct a modern home is – should I go for a big single storey house or a small double storey house? An answer to this tricky but vital question will depend on a number of factors.

This article takes you through some of the advantages and disadvantages of building a single storey house and a double-storey house.


List of advantages of building a single storey house

-         Open Design: Single storey houses have more open designs ie open plan living areas, wider hallways and higher ceilings

-         Accessible and safe: If you have family members who are elderly or disabled, it will be easy for them to access single-storey buildings which are also safe for children – you will not have to worry about them falling from the balcony.

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-         Cost: Building experts say a single-storey building is usually 30% cheaper than a double-storey. This is largely because a single storey house requires less and lighter materials, and is also easy to construct.

-         Time: It is definitely easy and quicker to construct and finish a single storey house.

-         Flexibility in design: When working with a single storey design, you can be as flexible as possible because you have no worry about how the second storey will be.

-         Natural light: If you’re the kind of person that value natural light in a house, stick on single-storey house.

Despite the above-mentioned advantages, single storey house also have their disadvantages.

One of the disadvantage is the utilization of space. A single-storey building will eat up more of your land compared to double storey one. With a single storey home, you might end up with limited or no space for things like gardens, a swimming pool etc.

If by chance you are planning to build a double-storey house, here are the advantages:

·         Space – A double-storey home lets you build up, giving you more living space even on a smaller block. You’ll have more space left over for the garden, a pool, and outdoor living.

·         Views – A double-storey design is an excellent option if you want to take advantage of great views.

·         Zoning and privacy – Double-storey homes are better placed for zoning and privacy, with the clear separation of living areas downstairs and bedrooms and bathrooms upstairs. You also have the added benefit of noise reduction as bedrooms are farther away from the street.

·         Presence and features – Double-storey houses can stand out as substantial, attractive properties on the street. The staircase itself can be a defining feature in the home. These factors could boost appeal and market value.

Just like single-storey houses, double-storey also have their disadvantages which include: need to clean hard-to-reach spots like top-storey gutters and windows. You will also likely be paying more for heating and cooling, as temperature regulation tends to be more of a challenge in a double-storey house. You might need to invest in bigger, more complex cooling and heating systems.

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