A bungalow house is a one-storey house, cottage or cabin. Bungalows are generally small in terms of area, but it is also common to see Bungalows with larger Areas. Because of its ease in mobility and affordability, Bungalows were originally designed for the working class.
A 2-storey house is a house having two floors or levels. It is more expensive than the bungalow type and it maximizes the lot area of a given property.
So what are the advantages and disadvantages of having a Bungalow house vs a 2-storey house?
- Mobility
Common house designs can be quite constricting for people with mobility issues but with Bungalow designs, the layout are much more accommodating and it eliminates most of these issues. With the bedrooms, living space, and kitchen all on the same level, there is no trouble moving from room to room. The open-concept design makes it easier to turn and move than you would find in a two-storey design. Therefore between a 2-storey house and a bungalow house, the latter is more save and mobility-friendly choice.
- Space (Land Utility)
Having a 2-storey house occupies a smaller lot area than a bungalow house and this is because a 2-storey or 2-level house is spread over two levels and could save some space for the owner to have a beautiful lawn or garden. A bungalow house would have all the rooms in one floor and the house would occupy rather a larger space and could limit the utilization of the lot area. This is perhaps the biggest drawback sited when it comes to bungalow house plans. Where land is limited, multi-storey houses are much better to leave enough land for other uses.
- Modification
Bungalow house plans are simpler and are much easier to redesign some modifications. There’s no issue with structural design and the floors above. Therefore bungalow house are the best designs for someone intending to build their home over an extended period of time with additions when funds become available.
- Baby-friendly/Senior-friendly
For families with young children, a bungalow house plan is ideal since it is extremely baby friendly. Because of its open design, it is also very easy to monitor and keep an eye on your children regardless of where they are. The fact that there are no staircases is a huge advantage for families with small children and even Seniors living together. Senior-citizens with limited mobility, a bungalow-house is also ideal for the ease of going around the entire house without the risk of falls. - Cost involved
This is a subjective issue depending on what one is comparing, because a simple storeyed house may cost less than a big bungalow, but if the room sizes are the same, a storeyed house will cost more, and some of the critical aspects to look at like its Foundation, Walls, Roof etc. Generally, with a smaller floor area, bungalow houses could cost lesser than storeyed houses.
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