We have mostly slab foundations in this area and with engineered floors you have more flexibility.
Changing wood floor direction.
Parquet hardwood floor direction this flooring pattern is the laying of wood planks in a repeated geometric pattern.
This pattern results in a hardwood floor with the appearance of a checkerboard sometimes with more complex patterns within each checkerboard square.
Visual congruity usually requires the boards to run.
While personal preference is a factor the direction in which you run hardwood flooring boards is governed by visual and structural guidelines.
Been there done that.
Designer karen sealy has great tips when it comes to transitioning your floors and introducing new panels.