So, What’s Your Story? One Floor or Two?
When you’re looking to buy new construction in Savannah, GA, you have a wide variety of choices. With so many options available, choosing the right floor plan can feel overwhelming. At Ernest Homes, our team takes pride in helping you find the perfect home for your family, no matter your household size or lifestyle.
One of the first — and most important — decisions you’ll make is whether to choose a single-story home or a two-story home. Each offers its own advantages, and the right choice depends entirely on your family’s needs. Let’s explore the benefits of both!
Staying Single
Without staircases taking up space, single-story homes allow you to maximize your square footage. For families with elderly or mobility-challenged members, the convenience of having everything on one level is invaluable. New parents also appreciate single-story layouts for easier access to infants and toddlers — and fewer baby gates!
Safety is another advantage. In case of fire, evacuation is generally easier from a one-story home. Noise levels are reduced as well, since there’s no upstairs traffic echoing overhead.
Single-story homes often require fewer bathrooms because all living spaces are on the same level, which can help reduce costs. They also offer more design flexibility for adding varied ceiling heights or optional skylights. If you’re building in an area with height restrictions, a single-story home helps ensure compliance from the start.
Doubling Up
Two-story homes generally cost less to build per square foot because major construction expenses — such as the foundation and roof — are distributed over a smaller building footprint. With less wall and roof surface exposed to the elements, two-story homes are often more energy-efficient as well.
You’ll also enjoy improved views from second-floor windows and a larger yard, since the home uses less ground space for the same total square footage. Two-story designs often allow more pathways for future additions, including porches, decks, connectors, and bump-outs.
With bedrooms located upstairs, families gain enhanced privacy and separation between sleeping areas and main living spaces. The distance between floors also helps minimize noise from competing televisions or radios.
At Ernest Homes, we offer a wide variety of both one-story and two-story floor plans, ensuring you’ll find the right match for your lifestyle. If you're considering ceiling upgrades or natural light enhancements, our Design Studio can help you explore customization options.
Our experienced Sales Team is here to guide you to your ideal home — call us anytime at (912) 660-9673 or send us an email today!
