{"id":26657,"date":"2022-06-20T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-06-20T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/what-is-a-split-bedroom\/"},"modified":"2023-08-28T20:04:51","modified_gmt":"2023-08-28T20:04:51","slug":"what-is-a-split-bedroom","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/what-is-a-split-bedroom\/","title":{"rendered":"What Is a Split Bedroom\u2014and Why Should You Want One?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most people think a bedroom is a bedroom no matter what house you\u2019re in\u2014but there are actually various types of bedrooms out there.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We all know about primary bedrooms and&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/guest-room-ideas-for-a-great-nights-sleep\/\">guest rooms<\/a>, but have you ever heard of a split bedroom? And no, it isn\u2019t a bedroom that\u2019s split in half. It\u2019s a floor plan that used to be popular back in the day, but it can still be found in homes today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019ve ever heard of one in passing and wondered what a split bedroom is, you\u2019re in luck. Below, we explore split bedrooms in more detail, go over the pros and cons of a split bedroom floor plan, and answer frequently asked questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-split-bedroom\">What is a split bedroom?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Lance Thomas, principal of&nbsp;<a target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/thomasguyinteriors.com\/\">Thomas Guy Interiors<\/a>, explains that a split bedroom floor plan has bedrooms on different sides of the house. The primary bedroom is split from the other bedrooms, typically by the common spaces of the house.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These types of bedrooms can be most commonly found in split-level homes or ones with staggered levels. Thomas says these homes were at their most popular in the mid-20th&nbsp;century\u2014in the 1950s and 1960s\u2014and were built as an offshoot of ranch-style homes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThis floor plan is typically found in one-story homes, however, it can also include basements or garages in their floor plan,\u201d Thomas adds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-benefits-of-a-split-bedroom-plan\">Benefits of a split bedroom plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Split bedrooms have quite a few benefits, according to Thomas:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>With the bedrooms not being adjacent to each other on a single side of the house, there are plenty of opportunities for customization in a split bedroom design.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>By placing the living, dining, and great rooms between the main bedroom and other bedrooms, the home is given an open and central space.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>With a split bedroom floor plan, you can accommodate the privacy and varied schedules of house guests more easily. Guest rooms are typically separated from the primary bedroom by the common spaces, making it easy for guests to go about their business without disturbing their hosts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-drawbacks-of-a-split-bedroom-plan\">Drawbacks of a split bedroom plan<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">On the flip side, there are some disadvantages to a split bedroom design. Thomas notes these downsides, which touch upon resale value:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>There aren\u2019t that many split floor plans left. Because they were built so long ago, it\u2019s no longer a popular floor plan for the real estate market as the style went out of fashion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Split bedroom floor plans are also not energy-conscious. It might be easier to heat or cool one side of the house where all the bedrooms are as opposed to opposite sides of the house in a split bedroom floor plan.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><section\n    class=\"saatva-product-slider bg-fuscous-gray text-white\"\n    aria-label=\"Find the best bedroom furniture at Saatva carousel\"\n    x-data=\"productSlider(5)\"\n>\n            <p class=\"bg-makara p-4 text-center\">Find the best bedroom furniture at Saatva<\/p>\n    \n            <p\n            id=\"product-slider-6ab79810e067a-instructions\"\n            class=\"sr-only\"\n        >\n            This carousel automatically rotates through products. 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Featuring plush padded edges that lend a rich look and a fully upholstered back. Available in taupe and graphite vintage velvet.<\/p>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                    <div\n                        class=\"carousel-cell w-full\"\n                        role=\"group\"\n                        aria-label=\"Slide 3 of 5\"\n                        :aria-hidden=\"selectedIndex !== 2\"\n                    >\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/furniture\/lena-cushioned-bench \" class=\"block no-underline! hover:underline!\" aria-label=\"Shop Lena Cushioned Bench\" :tabindex=\"selectedIndex !== 2 ? &#039;-1&#039; : &#039;0&#039;\">\n                            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/lena-cushioned-bench-1024x515.jpg\" class=\"w-full aspect-video object-cover wp-post-image\" alt=\"lena cushioned bench\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/lena-cushioned-bench-1024x515.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/lena-cushioned-bench-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/lena-cushioned-bench-768x386.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/lena-cushioned-bench-1536x773.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/lena-cushioned-bench.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n\n                            <div class=\"space-y-4 p-8 pb-0 lg:text-base\">\n                                <span class=\"h4 block\">Lena Cushioned Bench<\/span>\n                                <span class=\"btn inline-flex\">Shop Now<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/a>\n\n                        <div\n                            class=\"rich-text-level px-8 pt-4 pb-8 lg:text-base\"\n                            style=\"--spacing-rhythm: 0.75em\"\n                        >\n                            \n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Lena Bench is designed to seamlessly pair with any of our designer bed frames. Whether placed at the foot of the bed or accenting a window, it adds plush seating that complements any decor.<\/p>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                    <div\n                        class=\"carousel-cell w-full\"\n                        role=\"group\"\n                        aria-label=\"Slide 4 of 5\"\n                        :aria-hidden=\"selectedIndex !== 3\"\n                    >\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/furniture\/constance-tufted-ottoman\" class=\"block no-underline! hover:underline!\" aria-label=\"Shop Constance Tufted Ottoman\" :tabindex=\"selectedIndex !== 3 ? &#039;-1&#039; : &#039;0&#039;\">\n                            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/constance-tufted-ottoman-1024x515.jpg\" class=\"w-full aspect-video object-cover wp-post-image\" alt=\"saatva constance tufted ottoman\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/constance-tufted-ottoman-1024x515.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/constance-tufted-ottoman-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/constance-tufted-ottoman-768x386.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/constance-tufted-ottoman-1536x773.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/constance-tufted-ottoman.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n\n                            <div class=\"space-y-4 p-8 pb-0 lg:text-base\">\n                                <span class=\"h4 block\">Constance Tufted Ottoman<\/span>\n                                <span class=\"btn inline-flex\">Shop Now<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/a>\n\n                        <div\n                            class=\"rich-text-level px-8 pt-4 pb-8 lg:text-base\"\n                            style=\"--spacing-rhythm: 0.75em\"\n                        >\n                            \n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add a stately accent to your bedroom with the plush Constance Ottoman. Designed to pair beautifully with our designer bed frames.<\/p>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    \n                    <div\n                        class=\"carousel-cell w-full\"\n                        role=\"group\"\n                        aria-label=\"Slide 5 of 5\"\n                        :aria-hidden=\"selectedIndex !== 4\"\n                    >\n                        <a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/furniture\/logan-chair\" class=\"block no-underline! hover:underline!\" aria-label=\"Shop Logan Chair\" :tabindex=\"selectedIndex !== 4 ? &#039;-1&#039; : &#039;0&#039;\">\n                            <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"515\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/logan-chair-1024x515.jpg\" class=\"w-full aspect-video object-cover wp-post-image\" alt=\"saatva logan chair\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/logan-chair-1024x515.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/logan-chair-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/logan-chair-768x386.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/logan-chair-1536x772.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/blog.saatva.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/logan-chair.jpg 1920w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\n\n                            <div class=\"space-y-4 p-8 pb-0 lg:text-base\">\n                                <span class=\"h4 block\">Logan Chair<\/span>\n                                <span class=\"btn inline-flex\">Shop Now<\/span>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/a>\n\n                        <div\n                            class=\"rich-text-level px-8 pt-4 pb-8 lg:text-base\"\n                            style=\"--spacing-rhythm: 0.75em\"\n                        >\n                            \n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Perfect as a reading chair on an accent chair, the Logan exemplifies design and craftsmanship that stands the test of time.<\/p>\n\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/section>\n\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\">FAQs<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-split-bedroom-and-why-would-i-want-one\">What is a split bedroom, and why would I want one?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A split bedroom is a type of bedroom found in a split-level floor plan made popular in the &#8217;50s and &#8217;60s. It means the bedrooms in the home are separated by common spaces.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some of the pros include the opportunity to customize the bedrooms since they\u2019re far apart from one another, the chance to have an open and central space between bedrooms, and improved privacy. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;It\u2019s perfect for large families sharing the space, or if you\u2019re working from home, it creates a sense of separation from your work life and your home life,\u201d says Thomas.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-the-proper-name-of-a-separated-primary-bedroom\">What is the proper name of a separated primary bedroom?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As mentioned, this is known as a split bedroom since it resides in a split-level home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-meant-by-a-split-floor-plan\">What is meant by a split floor plan?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cA split bedroom floor plan has bedrooms on different sides of the house,\u201d Thomas says. The primary bedroom is split from the other bedrooms, typically by the common spaces of the house. Usually, it\u2019s the kitchen, living room, or even a dining room, explains Thomas.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-furnish-your-split-bedroom-with-saatva\">Furnish your split bedroom with Saatva<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No matter what type of floor plan you have in your home, Saatva has everything you need to furnish your bedroom.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From high-quality&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/mattresses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mattresses<\/a>&nbsp;to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/bedding?types=sheets+type\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sheets<\/a>&nbsp;to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/bedding?types=pillows+type\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pillows<\/a>&nbsp;and even&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/furniture\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bedroom furniture<\/a>&nbsp;like&nbsp;<span class=\"tooltip\" data-id=\"29817\">benches<\/span>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<span class=\"tooltip\" data-id=\"29834\">ottomans<\/span>, Saatva has you\u2014and your bedroom\u2014covered.&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We&#8217;re exploring split bedrooms and go over the pros and cons of a split bedroom floor plan.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":70,"featured_media":26658,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[392,393],"tags":[],"coauthors":[418],"guest":[],"host":[],"class_list":["post-26657","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-bedroom-style","category-bedroom-styling-guides"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26657","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/70"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=26657"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/26657\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/26658"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=26657"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=26657"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=26657"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/coauthors?post=26657"},{"taxonomy":"guest","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/guest?post=26657"},{"taxonomy":"host","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.saatva.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/host?post=26657"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}