For Better Or The Best: 7 Home Options For The Newly Weds

The “they live happily ever after” starts now, and you should choose the right home where you and your family will share all the unforgettable memories.

When choosing a home, you should consider factors such as financial status, future kids, and comfortable space. With that, you can now identify which suits your needs and wants. Normally you would call new home builders or custom home builders, but you should know what kind of home you like first before calling them.0

If you have no idea what are the types of houses to choose from, check these 7 options prepared for you!

1. Bungalow

A bungalow is a one-storey house that is generally small in terms of square feet and typically has dormer windows and verandas. Its design is specified for the working class.

“Bungalow” came from the Hindustani word “Bangala” which means belonging to Bengal. The first construction of bungalows originated from Bengal, India in the 17th century. During that time, the British ruled India and they’ve thought about a design of houses that can easily be constructed for the ambassadors to live in when they visit India. Soon after that, the design was adopted and became popular in England and the USA.

As time passed by, there have been different terms referring to bungalows. In India, it’s called single-family dwelling while in Canada and the United Kingdom it’s called one-storey units.

Since bungalows are usually small, it is easy to maintain and clean because there’s not much space. You can also save money since it’s easier to maintain your desired temperature, and no need to worry about its value because it remains high.

2. Townhouse

A townhouse usually has a multi-storey floor, and shares a wall or two with other houses. Although the structures of townhouses are almost always the same, they differ in operations. Some townhouses are like condos in which the buyer owns the interior of the house but not the exterior, while in the traditional townhouses, the interior, exterior including the land are owned by the buyer.

Townhouses originated in early England where it was called “in town” by the royalties. Since then, the term has stuck and developed through time. According to the National Association of Home Builders’ research, the construction of townhouses declined from 2008 to 2020.

3. Single-family

A single-family home doesn’t have its concrete definition. It just depends on whether a house is detached from the others, and can function on its own. In addition, it should also be owned by the current family living there.

Aside from the property itself, any other utilities such as heaters, air conditioners, and water systems should not be shared. They must also have straight access to the street, and private entrance and exit.

When you choose to buy a single-family house, consider the space you’ll occupy and the maintenance it’ll take. For some homeowners, it’s hard to keep a huge lawn and a lot of different rooms tidy so they settle for condominiums or apartments. However, if you’re up to the challenge, then this is the right house for you and your family.

4. Apartment

An apartment usually comes with more than one dwelling, which is sometimes called a block of flats. It’s usually built for domestic use but also used for commercial purposes.

“Apartment” comes from the French word “appatement”, and also from the Italian word “appartimento”. The word apartment comes from the French word “appartement” which originated from the 1800s. Since then, apartment designs have changed but it still resembles current apartments today.

Normally, apartments are built at around four to eight levels, but it also has different types:

• Studio- single, large room that contains a kitchen and a bathroom.
• Convertible- bigger than the studio type where you can build a wall to separate two rooms.
• Loft- single, larger room than the studio type, but with high ceiling.
• Duplex/Triplex- has second or third floors that usually serve as bedrooms.
• One bedroom- bigger than the studio apartment because it already has a separate bedroom.
• Garden Apartment- has access to the backyard, and usually on the ground level or underground.

5. Tiny house

A tiny house can be interpreted in many ways. Aside from the size, what makes it tiny is that it uses less carbon footprint and innovative technologies.

Choosing to live in a tiny house has a lot of benefits like experiencing change, saving money, and maintaining at a low cost. Despite being low cost, tiny houses can also be built with the same quality as traditional houses.

6. Ranch-style

Ranch-style homes are inspired by North American-Spanish Colonial architecture. They are usually single-storey with lower ceilings and wider space. You can contact custom home builders near you because this kind of house is built easily and customisable.

Normally, ranch-style are single-storey houses but can also include basements. It’s good for tropical countries and areas because it has patio space and huge windows. It can be built in U, L, or rectangular shapes. 

7. Condominium

A condo or condominium is a single building with multiple floors. It also has separate units with individual owners similar to apartments but the difference is that the owners should cover the maintenance of the interiors. Aside from the unit, owners can enjoy shared spaces outside like swimming pools, gardens, and lawns.

All residents should keep in mind that they should take care of the insurance of their unit and they also have to chip in with the expenses for the shared spaces.

As a couple, you should thoroughly discuss which home suits your family. If you’ve already decided, don’t forget to share with us your future home by commenting below!