skip to main content

Building a Home Design Dilemma

house on a hill

5 years ago

we have a choice of sites across a hilly landscape, parts of the hill are 45 degrees. wondering what the best option is, should build split level or dig out a site of flat land. cost is the deciding factor.

Comment (1)

nasmijati
5 years ago
An architect could help you site the house and determine what sort of plan will make the best use of your land.
Related Discussions
I need help with my kitchen island and my fire place
Q
Comments (11)
Well, you could certainly provide some counter height stools without adding onto the counter. I would make the stools simple ones that don't call attention to themselves. Look at how the ones below are there to be sat upon but there's no overhang. The height you will need is called a counter stool. Or you have space for 2 at each end of the island with just a big of an overhang. People just like a place to perch while they chat with you while you're cooking. White stools would blend right into the island and be inconspicuous.
...See More
Help - first coat on, is it too dark?
Q
Comments (55)
Hi Travis and SoYoung - thanks for mentioning the fireplace.....I was thinking that I would keep it simple with a wood shelf over it and a large piece of Art but I now think it might be a bit lost. Would love some ideas as it needs to work with the built-ins which are slightly domineering. Also, Liam_Boyle - agree re the unbalance. The TV will be staying but I have a lovely coffee table and 2 identical sofas coming so I'm hoping to lay out symmetrically in the room. Will keep 1 of the chairs. Hope this will balance up. Thanks.
...See More
what type of lights for traditional dining room and kitchen
Q
Comments (5)
thank u . yes need a bigger table for room. this one is to small. also I have two semi circle wall light lights on each wall. light fittings are brushed chrome no sure if this matter when choosing ceiling lights. I want to keep it traditional . thanks for all ur help.
...See More
under stair space
Q
Comments (4)
If it's done smartly, shelves and doors won't necessarily make the space feel closed in. You could have a built-in seating/platform with a couple of shelves above, or all shelves for different functions, maybe a small home office...? Or you could have a slim mirror (in the space between the door and top of stairs, and then just hooks for the little one(s) coats, rucksacks, etc. Or if you want storage, you could have cupboards recessed so they don't close off the front. Or, why not a small fancy bar? :))
...See More

Sign Up to Comment

Sponsored

Reload the page to not see this specific ad anymore

More Discussions

Steel beam design dilemma

3

Panelling hallway & cupboard

0

reconfiguring floor plan layout and would love help please

2

Single story extension

1

Help, do i cancel the windows order

1

Ireland

Tailor my experience with cookies

Houzz uses cookies and similar technologies to personalise my experience, serve me relevant content, and improve Houzz products and services. By clicking ‘Accept’ I agree to this, as further described in the Houzz Cookie Policy. I can reject non-essential cookies by clicking ‘Manage Preferences’.