Ground Floor House Projects, Models and Plans for Single-Storied Homes
One-story houses have always been appreciated for their distinct ergonomics and functionality. Through the balanced use of space, without unnecessary daily flows, they offer increased comfort and harmonious aesthetics. In our architectural office we have prepared a selection of one-story house projects, designed specifically for the needs of a modern family.
Discover modern and functional single-story house designs, designed for the comfort of a family and adapted to different types of terrain.
Benefits of the Ground Floor House
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No stairs, more comfort
Avoiding going up and down stairs turns daily living into a fluent experience
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Ergonomic and functional room layout
Single-level homes offer total accessibility, agilely connecting multiple areas for the dynamics of a modern family, allowing access from any room to the terrace, garden or yard.
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Design arhitectural rafinat si modern
Ground floor houses can adopt elegant facades, with clear, stretched lines, flat or slightly sloping roofs and large glazed surfaces.
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Increased accessibility and safety
Without architectural obstacles (such as stairs), such homes are safer for children and seniors, allowing access from any room to the terrace, garden or yard.
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Easier maintenance and operation
Maintaining and operating a single-level house is simpler, with no hard-to-reach areas, easier to clean and repair, with lower costs for renovations and interventions.
How do you choose the most suitable ground floor house project?
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Number of rooms and bedrooms
Choosing a ground floor house project begins with clearly establishing your needs regarding the number of rooms and bedrooms.
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Orientation and shape of the land
The shape of the land, the access roads, the opening to the cardinal points, but also the orientation to the view are taken into account, thus the optimal shape of the house will be chosen - whether it is in the shape of an ''L'', ''I'', quadrilateral or more compact
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Choose the architectural style and roof shape
Single-story houses can be adapted in a wide variety of styles: minimalist with Nordic, Mediterranean or industrial accents, modern contemporary with traditional influences, chalet , ranch style and many others. The shape of the roof will also be taken into account - either flat or in 2 or more waters
Popular ground floor house designs
Modular house, project with 2 bedrooms, living room, 2 bathrooms and kitchen - 100sqm
This model would be suitable for plots with panoramic openings - a small house, without a floor, but with double heights for the living area. A suitable solution for a 2nd residence, a holiday home or for a business in the tourism segment.
Frequently asked questions about ground floor houses
1 / What are the advantages of a ground floor house?
Ground floor houses offer easy accessibility, without stairs, quick connection to the outside environment or terrace, lower maintenance costs and optimal distribution of space on a single level.
2 / What minimum area is recommended for a ground floor house project?
Depending on the family's needs, a single-level house can start at 80 square meters, but the most popular models have between 120 and 250 square meters.
3 / Can a house without a floor be built on a narrow plot of land?
Yes, there are ready-made models optimized for narrow terrain, with a lengthwise layout in an ''I'' or ''L'' shape, while maintaining comfort and functionality.
4 / What architectural styles are suitable for single-story houses?
You can choose between minimalist style, modern contemporary, chalet, ranch style or with rustic or traditional accents, depending on your preferences and location.
5 / Are single-level houses more energy efficient?
Usually, yes. The lack of a floor reduces heat loss, and if you choose a more compact shape - this allows for better insulation and reduced heating and cooling consumption.
6 / Is it cheaper to build a one-story house than a two-story one?
There is no general data that allows for an efficient comparison of costs depending on the height regime of the buildings. In practice, these are influenced by factors such as the complexity of the foundation, the shape of the roof, the configuration of the building and many other important technical details.