15. The Split-Level Asymmetrical Modern Suburban Home
Introduction
Moving away from rigid square boxes, the Split-Level Asymmetrical Modern Suburban Home features staggered floor levels, dynamic roof pitches, and a welcoming yet contemporary family aesthetic.
What This Idea Means
This design represents functional modern family living. It breaks up monotony by staggering indoor floor plates, creating dynamic ceiling heights and intimate split-level zones.
How to Make It
- Asymmetrical Layout: Outline a stepped, multi-level foundation using white concrete and light gray terracotta.
- Staggered Rooflines: Build flat and low-pitched shed roofs at varying heights over each staggered section of the house.
- Large Corner Windows: Install large glass pane assemblies wrapping around corner junctions to dissolve physical boundaries.
- Split-Level Interior: Connect living spaces with short flights of modern quartz or wooden stairs inside the open-plan core.
- Suburban Landscaping: Add manicured grass lawns, flower beds, and a modern concrete driveway.
Tips and Variations
- Variation: Use stripped birch wood siding for a warm suburban family feel.
- Tip: Install streetlamps crafted from end rods and iron fences out front.
Materials Needed
- White Concrete (120)
- Light Gray Terracotta (70)
- Stripped Birch Logs (60)
- Glass Panes (100)
- Quartz Stairs (40)
- Grass Blocks (80)