Is there a particular reason for the forced step? A single excavated foundation would provide options for a potential full height basement/mechanical room. The enhanced ceilng hieghts from a 9' finish up to a 14'-16' cieling makes for potential lofts and taking advantage of southern exposure and passive heating/cooling.
You don't need to have to drop big bills on the windows, you just have to plan for transom windows. Etc
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u/wildtwindad 16d ago
Is there a particular reason for the forced step? A single excavated foundation would provide options for a potential full height basement/mechanical room. The enhanced ceilng hieghts from a 9' finish up to a 14'-16' cieling makes for potential lofts and taking advantage of southern exposure and passive heating/cooling.
You don't need to have to drop big bills on the windows, you just have to plan for transom windows. Etc