Architect’s Advice: 7 Common Layout Mistakes + What to Do Instead

Rayon is the fastest tool for creating perfect architectural drawings. Try it (for free) here: https://rayon.design/r/baixu A home is one of the biggest expenses in life, but so many layouts make me feel sad, because they are not so well-thought through and uncomfortable to live in. 🙈 The problem isn’t the size or budget. It’s that the layout ignores how humans behave, how we respond to light, to shapes and what makes us feel good. 😊 In this video, I’m breaking down the common layout mistakes I see over and over again, using real examples from actual properties, and what to do to fix them. If you're designing your home, or want to improve the one you're in, these are some issues that you absolutely should know! #interiordesign #interiordesigner #architecture #floorplan #architecturedrawings BOOK RECOMMENDATION 📖 (GERMANY) A Pattern Language, Towns, Buildings, Construction: https://amzn.to/3Oc6af8 (UNITED STATES) A Pattern Language, Towns, Buildings, Construction: https://amzn.to/3ALVaSp (UNITED KINGDOM) A Pattern Language, Towns, Buildings, Construction: https://amzn.to/3UWX0GX TIMESTAMPS 0:00 intro 0:44 staircase as a stage 1:55 transition space 2:49 feeling squeezed 4:27 slicing the room 6:00 bathrooms 6:27 windows on one side 7:43 narrow exposed balconies 8:40 software recommendation! Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @baixu   ABOUT ME Hey! :) I'm BaiXu, a Cambridge University graduate and architect based in Munich. I make videos, design spaces and share them online. On this channel, I share information about architecture, design, home renovation and vlogs about my creator life in Germany. NOTE This video is sponsored by Rayon.design Some of the links in this article may be affiliate links, which means I may receive a small commission, at no additional cost to you, if you decide to make a purchase through one of the links above.