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Upper Floor Master Suite Floor Plan Help - Entire Level

6 years ago

I'm currently renovating a two-family dwelling. It's a Split-level home and previously, the upper floor contained 2 bedrooms and a full bath. I am turning the upper floor into a single master bedroom, master bath, and walk-in closet. Other than the overall floor plan of the space, another issue I'm dealing with is the awkward landing space at the top of the stairs leading to the bedroom. What are my options with this?


I've included the open floor plan, along with the version I did. I've also included example photos of the open, reclaimed wood oak staircase leading to the bedroom.





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Additional Details:

- total rise of stairs (4'7")

- bedroom ceiling height (8ft)

- I did not include windows in the drawing, but the bedroom looks out into smaller backyard that leads to a gradual sloping wooded hillside (base of a Mississippi River Bluff)

Comments (16)

  • 6 years ago

    Can your bath and closet be on the left end of the space and the bedroom in the space at the top of the stairs?

  • 6 years ago

    I agree to switch the location of your bedroom and bathroom in your mock-up.

  • 6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    I didn't really consider that option but yes it could be moved. I like that idea.

  • 6 years ago

    It was a conceptual and yes, I agree that I should consult with a professional. These comments about the bedroom layout help. The comment about the lower level plan is accurate.

  • 6 years ago

    For the bathroom, you want a toilet, shower and double sink - no tub?

    Decide what sized bathroom and walk-in closet would satisfy your needs. Where are the windows?

    In your mock-up where you have the walk-in shower, you can use that as a computer area, linen closet(if you don't put one inside the master), storage.

  • 6 years ago

    At the top of the stairs take about 3 feet and build a wall that will have double doors that open into the bedroom. You can bring the wall around to that space where the shower is in your mock-up - or not. As I said above, think about the size of the 2 spaces and what you need in them.

  • PRO
    6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    IMO you would walk into the bedroom part not into a bathroom wall then the space at the top of the stairs goes to exactly what the space is All the bathroom space should be where you have the bed that makes more sense to me.I would for sure want a large window on that wall with the view. For sure you don’t want a shower next to the staircase.anyway. We had the whole top floor of our house as a master suite but we had a small house so did bumpout for the bathroom




  • 6 years ago

    Thanks for the suggestions. I've incorporated those ideas in to this version - what do you think?


  • 6 years ago

    I think I'd make the office area a nice sized walk in closet. This way you get a roomier bedroom. Put a dresser under the window. You can add a pocket door to the toilet room with a window.



  • 6 years ago

    You need a minimum of 12 feet for a master bedroom bed wall. King bed plus 2 night stands.

    Tim thanked ulisdone
  • 6 years ago

    Karenseb, I like that idea and thanks for providing the sketch. What are your thoughts on keeping the landing area as it was and moving the entrance door?

  • 6 years ago

    You will be covering up the 48x48 casement window - Karenseb, if you put the closet in that space.

    Tim thanked shirlpp
  • 6 years ago

    There isn't an existing casement there. I'd have the option to keep the wall closed.

  • 6 years ago

    Do you need an office? Watching TV in bedroom?

  • 6 years ago

    Here are a couple more ideas after seeing your recent layout and request for a landing. I can see where you might need a landing to add a door to the bedroom.

    I would have the door/walkway where I have it drawn (easier to get furniture into the bedroom. Larger closet.)

    I rather like the first one that puts the bed facing the landing and close to the window which I would make as big as possible. Even as low and high as you can go! Then you can check out the view from the bed!

    It sounds like a beautiful view.

    I would do a water resistant window in the bathroom over the shower. Up high and wide and short. Do a pony wall between the toilet and vanity or you could enclose the shower and toilet area into it"s own room, but the vanity area would not have any natural light (unless the wall between is shortened, but it would still not be very bright) or you could use a skylight over the vanity.

    The second one.

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