What’s Best - Double Storey or Single Storey House?

Buying land and constructing a house of your choice that meets your family’s needs is challenging tasks. Depending on budget and family size, a perfect home size differs in size. Homeowners often get confused about choosing between double-storey or single-storey houses.

There are many things one should consider when deciding between single storey vs. double-storey buildings. For instance, you must consider your life preferences, lifestyle, and taste preferences along with requirements. Most importantly, budget matters a lot when making a decision.

However, to help you reach the best decision, Reall.Pk has listed down the advantages and disadvantages of double-storey vs. single-storey houses in Pakistan.

Single-Storey House

Advantages of single storey house:

 

1.A safe choice for elders and children:

A single-storey home means a household is safe for the family consisting of the disabled, elderly, and children. A Double-storey house means your house will be connected with a flight of stairs, while single storey means rooms attached with plain floors and easily accessible for all.

People with restricted mobility find single-storey houses a convenient place to live. Stairs also pose the risk of losing balance and falling. If your family consists of a person in a wheelchair or has a sight issue, it is easier for them in a single-storey house.

2.Affordable choice:

Construction of single-storey houses is cheaper; hence the prices of single-storey homes for sale are affordable. However, the prices of houses may vary on different factors like location, plot size, the architecture of property unit, orientation, etc.

Whether you are buying a house or constructing from scratch in any area, it will be less costly and time-efficient than a double-storey building.

3.Easy Maintenance:

Construct or buy; a homeowner needs to maintain the house. A single-storey home requires less effort, time and money for maintenance than a double-storey house. Let’s take it this way paint cost of double storey house will be the double amount from the paint of one storey house.
Likewise, one storey house’s interior repair and maintenance cost is affordable.

Looking for aesthetic standards, you can construct a house with higher ceilings to make your single-storey home look more elegant and luxurious.

Disadvantages of single storey house:

1.Privacy deficit:

Privacy is an essential element that everyone needs in their living space. Big family living in one storey-house means people will strive to build some boundaries and sense of privacy to enjoy the space as it is completely theirs.

2.Shortage of space:

Families grow with time, and eventually, the house seems congested. It happens more in the single-storey house. If you plan to add a storage room or home office in your house, you will eventually have to move upwards. You might have to seek a few permits from relevant authorities in some areas.

The other option is to construct a room in outdoor spaces of the house, like in lawn or backyard areas. Therefore, you might have to compromise on open spaces around your home.

Double-storey House:

 

Advantages of Double-storey House:

 

1.More space for everyone:

Double-storey means you have more space to build vertically. So even you are constructing a house on 3 Marla or 5 Marla plots, you can enjoy more living space indoors. The double-storey place is the optimal choice for big families, as you have the freedom to pick and choose which part of the house is best for what purpose.

In big double-storey houses, you can enjoy the space for indoor gyms and big storage rooms. You can easily maximize your floor space with ease. So now you can sit in the garden or on the terrace and enjoy your evening tea with family or spend some me time in the small herb garden.

2.Better Privacy:

A Double-Storey house ensures privacy and a sense of own space than a single storey house. The houses appropriately designed usually consist of the ground floor for kitchen living room and drawing-room. On the other hand, the first floor is used for bedrooms. This way, every family member can enjoy maximum privacy.

3.View of the neighborhood:

One of the benefits of living in a multi-storey building is that you will enjoy the views of the neighborhood from your bedroom window. You can also enjoy the view from your balcony with rattan chairs and enjoy an open-air sitting area. Many housing societies in Islamabad offer eye-catching views of Margalla Hills; for instance, In Park View City, you can enjoy the sunset or sunrise view behind Margalla hills right from your bedroom window.

4.Design flexibility:

So now you are the big house owner, and it gives you lots of attention to stand out from other homes in the neighborhood. Try to enhance your house’s beauty by adding a railing to your balcony or smart outdoor lighting. Potted plants, sculptures, etc., are also a few of the ways to enhance the visual appeal of your multi-storey building.

You can also make your staircase attractive by decorating it with modern railings or creating a beautiful landing area. Keep ceilings high, so the house looks more prominent and present an elegant look. High ceilings also act as temperature insulators.

5.High Selling Price:

Double-storey houses generate more revenue at the time of sale. A well built double-storey home is sold at least 30% to 40% more than a single-storey house.

Disadvantages of Double-storey House:

Maintenance cost a lot:

A big house means more maintenance is required for your home. Whether you are thinking about a fresh coat of paint on walls or making changes in window frames, upgrading a multi-storey building requires twice as much the amount compared to a one-storey house.

1.Costly choice of construction:

Constructing or buying a double-storey house is more costly than a single-storey home. Not only you will need more material, but the projects also need a longer completion time. Eventually, it increases the labor cost. So if you are planning to buy or construct a double-storey house for your family, remember that it will be more expensive than a single-storey house with the same land area.

So what’s best? Single or Double Storey house!

Now you have a list of advantages and disadvantages, and it’s time for the verdict to choose between what’s best double street house or single-storey. The list of goods and bad are in your hand; however, if you are still having issues while deciding, find the answer to these questions:
 

• How many people will live in the house?
• Are there any people in your family who need special care, like the elderly, toddlers or disabled people?
• How much land does your property cover?
• How much are you willing to pay for buying and construction?
• Are you planning to live long in the house?
• What are your lifestyle requirements?
• What do you prefer personally?

Let’s conclude:

Answer all of these questions, and a list of advantages and disadvantages will help you narrow down the choices. The last selection between single-storey vs. double-storey houses depends on your personal preference and budget.

The core elements which help in deciding to include your lifestyle requirements, family need, budget and personal preferences. To get an idea of how much construction of 5 Marla House costs read our guide:
 

• Construction cost of grey-structure of 5 Marla house

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