ᐅ Floor Plan Planning: Who Has the Master Bedroom on the Ground Floor?
Created on: 27 May 2024 17:46
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Pfefferfisch
Hello everyone,
Since we (M31 / W24) will soon have the notary appointment to purchase our desired 463 m2 (4991 sq ft) building plot in our hometown in southern Baden-Württemberg, we are currently starting to think about the plot and floor plan design. Fortunately, we are not in a hurry to start construction due to a very favorable rental situation.
First of all: we are already in contact with an architect who will create a preliminary design for us. Nevertheless, we are curious about completed projects that reflect our ideas.
We would like a classic single-family home of medium size (170–180 m2 (1830–1940 sq ft)?), for which there are countless proposals. However, it is very rare to see our wish realized: in addition to a large living/dining/kitchen area, a guest WC, and a utility/technical room serving as a passage to the attached garage, the master bedroom with a walk-in closet and a suitable bathroom (WC, double sink, large shower) should also be located on the ground floor — not just as a “possible option for old age,” but right from the start.
We understand that such a design will naturally consume a rare amount of space on the ground floor, while there is plenty of space available upstairs. This wish comes from my physical condition, as climbing stairs is sometimes difficult for me (balance issues, etc.).
Since we do not yet know whether having children is in the cards, we are considering planning only an office and a storage room upstairs, with the larger remaining area designed as a possible granny flat or separate apartment, which could be integrated back into the main living space during the “20 years with children” phase if a family develops.
As an example, the Living Haus Sunshine 210 is in this class but seems quite large to us.
So, what do you think? Has anyone implemented something similar and can share pictures, advice, or tips that should be considered for this specific kind of planning?
Good luck,
David
Since we (M31 / W24) will soon have the notary appointment to purchase our desired 463 m2 (4991 sq ft) building plot in our hometown in southern Baden-Württemberg, we are currently starting to think about the plot and floor plan design. Fortunately, we are not in a hurry to start construction due to a very favorable rental situation.
First of all: we are already in contact with an architect who will create a preliminary design for us. Nevertheless, we are curious about completed projects that reflect our ideas.
We would like a classic single-family home of medium size (170–180 m2 (1830–1940 sq ft)?), for which there are countless proposals. However, it is very rare to see our wish realized: in addition to a large living/dining/kitchen area, a guest WC, and a utility/technical room serving as a passage to the attached garage, the master bedroom with a walk-in closet and a suitable bathroom (WC, double sink, large shower) should also be located on the ground floor — not just as a “possible option for old age,” but right from the start.
We understand that such a design will naturally consume a rare amount of space on the ground floor, while there is plenty of space available upstairs. This wish comes from my physical condition, as climbing stairs is sometimes difficult for me (balance issues, etc.).
Since we do not yet know whether having children is in the cards, we are considering planning only an office and a storage room upstairs, with the larger remaining area designed as a possible granny flat or separate apartment, which could be integrated back into the main living space during the “20 years with children” phase if a family develops.
As an example, the Living Haus Sunshine 210 is in this class but seems quite large to us.
So, what do you think? Has anyone implemented something similar and can share pictures, advice, or tips that should be considered for this specific kind of planning?
Good luck,
David
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motorradsilke28 May 2024 22:08Buchsbaum066 schrieb:
I wouldn’t recommend having a bedroom on the ground floor. It’s not a good idea. I personally slept on the ground floor during the construction phase, and it was a disaster. No idea why — maybe underground water veins or the noises. In any case, it was unpleasant and bad for our sleep. My wife also had issues. We were happy to go back to sleeping upstairs. That might apply to you, but then everyone with a bungalow would have the same problems. We sleep perfectly well on the ground floor, and the cat can easily go in and out.
Buchsbaum066 schrieb:
I wouldn’t recommend having a bedroom on the ground floor. It’s not ideal.the original poster addsPfefferfisch schrieb:
We understand that such a design obviously takes up scarce space on the ground floor, while there is plenty of space available on the upper floor.
This request comes from the fact that I have some physical limitations and, in particular, find climbing stairs difficult at times (balance issues, etc.).Basically, in such a situation, at least the initial planning for a home lift is quite reasonable.
Buchsbaum066 schrieb:
At least with the elevator, she could get up to the bedroom. But that’s not necessary if you plan a bedroom on the ground floor right from the start.
Buchsbaum066 schrieb:
Whether there were water veins under the house, I think those had something to do with what they did.
Take a look at the Schwörerhaus E15 263.2 bungalow. It roughly matches your space requirements – whether it suits you depends on your needs. If you have children, need a hobby room, or want to expand the attic later, this could work.
The classic two-story town villa 2VG creates a large upper floor with your layout, which might never actually be used. Since I pass by it every day, have a look at the Orlando model from Rensch-Haus. It has an extension on the ground floor with an extra room, showing how much unused space is upstairs.
If you plan to use a two-family house like the Schwörerhaus M15-199.2, it will never become an open, modern single-family home. It remains a compromise.
Are you expecting mobility difficulties or even the need for a wheelchair? Hanse Haus offers the Bungalow 139, which would work in that case. In the model home, there is a staircase to the basement where the storage room would normally be.
To allow for more design flexibility, I would not consider a direct connection between the garage and the house as mandatory. Especially since this creates a second small hallway inside the house (a circulation area).
The classic two-story town villa 2VG creates a large upper floor with your layout, which might never actually be used. Since I pass by it every day, have a look at the Orlando model from Rensch-Haus. It has an extension on the ground floor with an extra room, showing how much unused space is upstairs.
If you plan to use a two-family house like the Schwörerhaus M15-199.2, it will never become an open, modern single-family home. It remains a compromise.
Are you expecting mobility difficulties or even the need for a wheelchair? Hanse Haus offers the Bungalow 139, which would work in that case. In the model home, there is a staircase to the basement where the storage room would normally be.
To allow for more design flexibility, I would not consider a direct connection between the garage and the house as mandatory. Especially since this creates a second small hallway inside the house (a circulation area).
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Buchsbaum06629 May 2024 13:51ypg schrieb:
I think they did something with Die.There are reasons why a bedroom is usually located on the upper floor.
I have two floor-to-ceiling windows with French balconies and can look out over the garden from my bed.
I don’t want to sleep on the ground floor with open floor-to-ceiling windows in the summer. But that's true, modern houses have ventilation systems, so you don’t need to open windows.
But that’s just my opinion. Everyone can do as they please. There are also people who sleep in the basement or in the attic.
For me, it’s important that I sleep well.
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