I started a building a new house program 2 years ago and we are finally asking for money and all want to look at the options we have in place!
It is a general concenious of opinion of 2 person rooms and large bathing and ---- combined with individual shower stalls!
Actives live on second floor with a handicap or vip room for visitors on the 1 st floor. A full basement for meetings , eating , with one end with utility and Puter room!
Cost on building is not getting any cheaper so make th best of the space you have as the Govt. does not give a break on donations for house building!
I prefer English Tudor, but every time you make a zig or zag it cost $$$$$$$$
You need plenty of wireing for PC, Phones, TV, sound systems, and sprinckler systems and these ALL COST $$
Look at it real hard and make your plans simple and comfortable, but also non destructive!