House Size Plus Two

A simple formula for determining optimal house size based on number of occupants plus additional functional spaces.

Core Formula

• Number of humans + 2 bedrooms total
• The "+2" accounts for:
  • One room for home office/man cave
  • One room for guests

Key Considerations

• Adaptability for growing families
  • Works when kids are young and share rooms
  • Scales as children get older and need separate spaces

Testing House Sizes

• Large houses (7000+ sq ft) often present challenges:
  • High utility bills ($1200-2000/month)
  • Maintenance issues with unused spaces
  • Multiple bathrooms require more upkeep
  • Unused amenities break from lack of use

Smart House Testing Strategy

• Test before buying:
  • Rent large Airbnbs to experience different sizes
  • Try different layouts and square footage
  • Less expensive than committing to wrong house size
  • Helps identify actual space needs vs perceived needs

Benefits of Testing Approach

• Saves money long-term
• Prevents buyer's remorse
• Provides real-world experience
• Helps identify true lifestyle preferences
• More informed purchasing decisions