You might gather from some of my descriptions that I am against basements and upper floors. You are generally right, but that does not make it right for you. You have to decide in your word picture what you want. It should be thought out carefully. Consider the ramifications.
Circumstances change hour by hour, day by day, and year by year.
Sometimes the changes are instantaneous, such as a crippling disease or accident. Other times, changes are much slower, such as aging. Bedrooms Bedrooms are often left without much thought. Will the bedroom serve more purposes than just for sleeping. A very adequate bedroom can be made in a seven foot square area.