Generally speaking, a split level with the long dimension facing forward should be added on at the rear. Another easy expansion is to “raise the roof.” Unless you’re thinking of dormers - and even that can be a visual fiasco - do NOT add a level to a split level. The house gets longer, it isn’t quite as nice as the plans you saw….Įxtending the long dimension of a split-level home is part architectural nightmare, and generally a disaster in terms of curb appeal. As you explored costs and ideas, you might’ve stumbled upon someone who talked about how simple it is to just extend the existing floorplan of a split…using the same roofline, etc. The first plans probably looked incredible: cross-gabled roof lines, a copious number of windows, exciting new angles.
Perhaps you even looked at a few architectural drawings, or talked about it with a builder. And since virtually everybody thinks of adding more “elbow room” at some point, you probably figured it would be an easy task with your split. Or the guy with the average 4-square who added a small wing that made a big difference in kitchen space. You probably know someone who took a small ranch, raised the roof a bit, added dormers, and wound up with a dandy little Cape Cod and a lot more living space. Having said that, we’ll remind you that you positively must consult with an architect, but remember that you have final authority (and responsibility) to make sure that the design is seamless and does not rob your home of its charm and character. Many architects will scoff at these concepts - and for every one that does, we’ll show you an architect-designed addition to a split that is positively ghastly. Before undertaking your addition, the concepts below, and whether or not they apply to your home, should be considered. These are not “plans” but general concepts of how to make an addition on a raised ranch, bi-level or split-level…and how to avoid the common pitfalls that rob a home of curb appeal. Note that the ideas on this page are a reference point…fuel for the imagination.
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