Health & Fitness
Is Two Better Than One?
When it comes to dishwashers, staircases, fireplaces, pantries and sinks....is two better than one?
By Lana Bingham
Seeing double isn’t always a bad thing – especially when doubling up on certain functional features in the home can make life a whole lot easier. From washing the dishes to getting the children ready for school, these features can make all the difference in your custom home.
Dual Dish Washers – Doubling up on dishwashers can make kitchen clean-up a breeze after a full course family meal or large get-together. One dishwasher is often not enough for the loads of dirty dishes, silverware and glasses that are needed to throw a successful dinner party. Two dishwashers will cut down on clean-up time and free up room in the sink for larger pots and pans to be washed.
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A Second Staircase – Depending on the home’s layout, a Tampa new home builder may recommend two separate staircases to make movement flow smoother throughout the home. This idea originated in older homes, while one grand staircase made a statement in the home’s front entryway, the other, less grand staircase signified a servant stair (usually connecting from the kitchen to the upstairs bedrooms). This same concept can be incorporated into new homes in Tampa Bay, offering the homeowner more than one option for moving up and down floors as they go about their daily routine.
Separate Sinks – As one of the most commonly used features in the home, one sink never seems to be enough. In the kitchen, two separate sinks help to better define prepping and cleaning spaces, creating a more functional and efficient cooking experience. In the bathroom, a double sink vanity dictates separate space for husband and wife to store bath supplies and go about their hygiene routines. A Jack and Jill bath (typically shared between two child’s bedrooms) will also minimize children fighting over sink space for brushing teeth and washing hands. This makes their morning school schedule, and nightly bedtime routine much simpler.
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A Pair Of Pantries – While some kitchens may actually need two full pantries to store dry foods and produce, others may be just fine with a second butler pantry. One full pantry can be used for food related items, while the butler pantry holds a small mini fridge, beverages and supplies. The butler pantry also serves as a refreshment station, keeping guests from causing too much traffic in the kitchen.
Identical Islands – Having an extra island in the kitchen divides work and entertainment areas while also offering additional counter space for serving food and refreshments. The extra counter space greatly comes in handy for dinner parties and holiday get-togethers. It is your Tampa builders job to make sure that these two islands do not interrupt your kitchen work triangle, maintaining a smooth flow of traffic between the sink, stove and refrigerator.
A Fireplace Fix – Having a warm and inviting fireplace in both your indoor and outdoor seating areas offers a relaxing atmosphere for family and guests to enjoy. Separate fireplaces also give you the opportunity to incorporate two different styles into your home. A home builder Tampa Florida can incorporate an intricate, built-in fireplace inside, and a casual, stone hearth outdoors. This offers two very different options for entertaining guests, whatever the occasion may be.
When it comes to these custom home features, two IS better than one! With today’s standard of living, one dishwasher or sink just might not be able to cut it anymore. To learn more about how we create one-of-a-kind homes, designed to fit each individual homeowner’s lifestyle, visit our design libraryor contact us.
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