A 2-bedroom condominium unit has several advantages over a studio or 1-bedroom unit according to DMCI Homes architects. A 2-bedroom unit provides around 85% more space, allowing for bigger kitchen, living, and dining areas. It also offers more flexibility as the extra room can be used as a home office or second bedroom. Finally, the larger size and additional windows of a 2-bedroom unit enhance comfort, air circulation, and indoor air quality.

1. Studio, 1-bedroom or 2-bedroom? DMCI Homes’ top
architects tell why a 2-bedroom unit is the best choice
The Oriana
Artist’s illustration of a two-bedroom model unit’s living room with daybed in The Oriana, DMCI
Homes’ latest development along Aurora Boulevard, Quezon City. (The actual unit may differ from
what is presented)
Other than getting an extra room, not many people know that there are many more design
features and benefits that you can get from a 2-bedroom condominium unit compared to a
studio or 1-bedroom configuration.
For one, you get a bigger kitchen, living, dining, and bath area since a 2-bedroom unit is
almost double the size of an average 1-bedroom unit, according to DMCI Homes Senior
Architect Fe Moselina.
“It’s not merely adding a room to a 1-bedroom layout. The floor areas for the living, dining,
kitchen, and bath are also increased accordingly to cater to the probable added occupants,”
she explained.

2. Associate Architect Noel Salvanera said DMCI Homes’ 1-bedroom units usually have an
average size of 28 square meters (sqm), while 2-bedroom units have an average size of 50
sqm.
“Given that, our 2-bedroom unit is normally bigger by 22 sqm, or 85 percent bigger than our
1-bedroom unit,” he pointed out.
Salvanera also noted that DMCI Homes’ 2-bedroom units have a relatively larger floor area
compared to similar offerings of other developers, which makes it even more a wise
investment for homebuyers.
Artist’s illustration of a 2-bedroom model unit’s master bedroom with balcony in The Oriana. (The
actual unit may differ from what is presented)
Flexibility
Another benefit of buying a 2-bedroom unit is its flexibility of use, according to Francis
Villagonzalo, a senior architect of DMCI Homes.
While a 2-bedroom unit might seem big, especially if you will be living on your own, the extra
space nonetheless brings flexibility in attaining comfort and wellness in your new home,
according to Villagonzalo.

3. “The additional space adds a perception of comfort. With comfort, you can relax physically
and mentally, which contributes to our overall health,” he said.
Moreover, an extra bedroom can easily be transformed into a home office or a second
bedroom for those who plan to start a family in the future.
“The additional space results in added flexibility, especially for starting couples who plan to
start a family. If not for a starting family, the other room can be converted into a home
office,” Villagonzalo said.
“The use of space is more defined in a 2-bedroom unit compared to a 1-bedroom unit. There
is a formal living dining kitchen area. Visually, a 2-bedroom unit is a lot spacious when
entering the main door because it opens up to the formal living area,” he explained.
Artist’s illustration of The Oriana's daybed. (The actual unit may differ from what is presented)
Health Benefits

4. Comfort not only comes from having a bigger space but also from better air circulation,
according to Moselina.
“The way the windows are situated in our 2-bedroom units, coupled with our hallway design
incorporating breezeways and sky patio openings, does allow for an excellent cross
ventilation inside the unit,” Moselina shared.
“This makes air movement and air changes in the unit possible, which increases the comfort
level of the occupants. Higher comfort level contributes to people feeling better,” she
continued.
Salvanera likewise pointed out that having more windows permits better air circulation inside
the units, which translates to better indoor air quality for the occupants.
“Having good indoor air quality prevents the development of molds and other unnecessary
bacteria in the units,” he pointed out.
Salvanera said DMCI Homes also deliberately places bedrooms and the living room near the
balcony to enhance cross ventilation further.
“Bedrooms and other habitable areas like living room are located along the perimeter of the
unit, nearer the balcony and/or windows to maximize views, natural light, and ventilation,” he
said.