Many older individuals rely on a walker or wheelchair for mobility. For these people, ascending and descending stairs is at best a struggle, and at worst an insurmountable obstacle.
Single story home plans are perfect for aging in place because they allow freedom of movement at any age. Indeed, the elderly aren’t the only ones for whom stairs can be a challenge. Young children also do better with a single-story design.
Moreover, maintenance is generally easier with a single-story home plan. Even if you’re a spry octogenarian who doesn’t mind climbing stairs, you’ll likely find it difficult to maintain the exterior of upper stories.
With a single story home plan, you’ll be able to access all areas of your home with a ladder—a definite advantage. Oftentimes, single story home plans are less costly to build and to maintain than their multiple-story counterparts.
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