If you are planning to build a house then it's important to properly plan for the construction. A house plan is mandatory in many jurisdictions, and is considered the very minimum needed for building a house or commercial building. Most building contractors will demand one before even quoting for the build. So having a completed house plan is the essential first step.
Site and laws
These two things will take precedence over other aspects of a house program. The first thing to consider is the site on which you want to build a house. Sites for building come in all shapes and sizes with some offering a perfect plain area and others a range of uneven spaces and slopes. You will need a house design that takes care of this aspect and offers you the best construction design for your area. It is also important that the house plan is compliant with the local building laws and will meet all construction quality and safety regulations. These are complex, so an architect or building contractor will be needed to answer that question.
Number of floors
It's equally important for a house design to lay out the number of floors that will be constructed. This will depend on the local planning regulations as well as the residential needs of the homeowner. If you have a large family then it is important that you enough room for your present, and future needs.
Bedrooms
The number of bedrooms you want in the house is an important factor not only for accommodating your family now, but also in the future. If you ever sell your home, the number of bedrooms is an important selling point. So if your family is still growing, be sure to add enough bedrooms to cover any new additions.
A good house plan gives you the flexibility to select the area, location, dimensions and other aspects of a bedroom. You can also plan to attach a bathroom, walk-in wardrobe and other accessories to the room.
Bathrooms and Kitchen
A three bedroom house will usually need at least two bathrooms to accommodate the number of people living there. This is now regarded as a minimum. A carefully planned house offers ample number of bathrooms for present and future needs. It also lays out their location whether they are attached to bedrooms or are located centrally. A good house plan also gives importance to the kitchen, which is of course, the center of a home. In fact, for many, the kitchen is the most important aspect of a new home. Due care must be given to it if this is the case.
Flexibility
An ideal house plan offers flexibility. It should allow you to add new rooms or make changes to existing ones. It should also give you the space required for comfortable living. A good house plan will enable you to build a house with attention to detail that will meet the needs of your family for generations to come.
