What Building Professionals are Saying...
From the beginnings of architecture, well-designed homes have all
had a top, middle, and a bottom. The introduction of slab-on-grade
foundations removed the 'bottom' and the homes looked awkward.
As I review home styles with my clients, typically the houses they like
are elevated. A lot of this goes back to historical associations.
Kevin Harris, Architect; Baton Rouge, LA
A conventional foundation benefits the aesthetics and the function of
the house. You have tremendous flexibility to make modifications with
a raised floor. On slab, you're cast in concrete. You can adjust the
construction schedule to meet your trades. We can get the house
underway and not have to wait for the plumber. With slab, you can’t
pour until the plumber finishes.
Carson Looney, Architect; Memphis, TN
I have a little saying that has always served me well with clients,
'Good home building should be a marriage between practicality and
aesthetics.' The raised floor works in both respects with homes of all
sizes. Homebuyers are discovering that truly wonderful and aesthetic
spaces can be built on a smaller scale with quality lumber, adding
nice amenities and finishes. A raised foundation enhances their
investment.
Bobby DeVillier, Builder; Baton Rouge, LA
Usually my clients are asking for traditional houses. A raised floor
provides architectural proportioning that is much more enticing than
slab-on-grade. Then I explain the flexibility that a raised floor allows
with adjustments and changes to plumbing and other mechanicals.
Dennis Brady, Architect; New Orleans, LA
With a traditional style, such as a Williamsburg look or a raised
cottage, the elevated first floor adds something to the overall aesthetic
of the project. Typically, people like to have that raised front porch.
Derry Hargett, Architect; Mobile, AL
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