There should be a reason for the size, shape and scope of each room in a home. For instance, a standard tub is 5 feet long. If you desire a larger one, this must be taken into consideration when planning the bathroom size. Non standard items, including an oversize tub will cost more. Stairways A stairway in a home provides various pros and cons.
Stairways are natural separators.
Most people do not like to walk up or down stairways, and they will not do so without some motivation. Children go up-stairs to get away from their parents, and parents go downstairs to get away from their children. When we get older, stairways become even more of an obstacle to our life style. On the other hand, stairways are often viewed as a form of decoration and beauty. We have built homes with an upper floor that had a spectacular view out over the mountains, the valley and the trees.