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BASIC HOUSE DESIGNS The One-and-One-Half-Story House
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OBJECTIVES You should be able to define a “one-and-one-half-story house.” You should be able to list some advantages of building a one-and-one-half-story house You should be able to list some disadvantages of building a one-and-one-half-story house
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HOUSE DESIGN INFLUENCES/FACTORS
Space availability Cost Climate Convenience Surroundings / environment Personal needs
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THE ONE-AND-ONE-HALF-STORY HOUSE
Q: What characterizes a one-and-one-half-story house? A: A one-and-one-half-story house is a one-story home w/a steeper roof and expanded attic The expanded attic usually has dormers, which allow for extra light and ventilation.
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ADVANTAGES OF THE ONE-AND-ONE-HALF-STORY HOUSE
Can you think of an advantage of building this type of house? Additional bedrooms and bath in the attic Minimized heating costs Adequate cooling and insulation systems
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DISADVANTAGES OF THE ONE-AND-ONE-HALF-STORY HOUSE
Additional costs Steeper roof construction Stairs Dormers Failure to plan for expanded attic Electrical systems Plumbing systems
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EXTERIOR and INTERIOR DESIGN
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EXTERIOR and INTERIOR DESIGN
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