There are times when you simply want privacy and one of those times is when you’re using the toilet. This can be a challenge with a shared primary suite bath? Often the toilet seems to be a focal point of the bathroom when it is openly on display. One way to create some privacy is to position the toilet behind a wall. Better yet, why not close it off with a door. The attached design illustrates this. View our home plans and you will find several home designs with this feature

Whether it’s a formal dinner party or a family holiday dinner, memories are intertwined with meals together. The main things to look for are space, proximity to the kitchen and flexibility. Is the dining area a comfortable size for the table and chairs (and hutch, if you have one)? Is it close to the kitchen, reducing steps when carrying hot dishes, or clearing the table? Can the space be closed off for privacy? Does your dining space flow openly into an adjacent space for additional seating? [...]