Buying A Functional House
Most homes are built so people can function in them
effortlessly and with very little thought. The word simplicity comes to
mind as I walk through most homes and observe the layout and design of
the house.
If you notice, most bedrooms are usually located on one side of the
house, while the family and living rooms are on the opposite side. I'm
not saying, that you will never find a home with the living room wall
separating the master bedroom or a noisy kitchen behind a bedroom.
Because you will.
When You're Shopping for a House, Try to Keep Three Things in Mind.
Is the kitchen centrally located? The kitchen might not be used by most
people in the home as much as the bathrooms. But the kitchen does
contain one item that seems to be used frequently and that's the
refrigerator. The best location for a kitchen is always toward the
center of the home.
If you've ever lived in a house where the kitchen is located at the
opposite ends of the bedrooms, family room or living room, you know what
I'm talking about. This is when you have to think twice, before actually
getting off the couch and traveling to the kitchen for a refreshment.
Is the bathroom located in a convenient area of the house? The bathroom
doesn't have to be centrally located in a small home, but in a large
home, it's a good idea to have one located for convenience.
Sometimes it's good to have a bathroom at the opposite end of the home.
The only reason for this, that comes to my mind, is the noises during
use and smells that often remain afterwards and in the bathroom.
Is the front door far away from the driveway? This might not be a
problem if you park your car in the garage but could be a problem if
your guests park their cars in the driveway or on the streets. This
could become a problem for older or handicapped people. If you're
planning on buying a house and living there forever, give this some
serious thought.
These are just the few of the things you should consider when looking
for or buying a functional house. Give these items some serious
consideration, especially if you're a first time home buyer.