I had a similar set of typing habits when I started and found that the bfo9000 suited my needs, may be worth a try for you.

It is ortholinear, rather that the row staggered layout you requested, but does allow the "overreaching" typing style.

https://keeb.io/products/bfo-9000-keyboard-customizable-full-size-split-ortholinear

I have a larger build and nailing down the ergonomics is really hard without a split board.

I could use a unibody split but this is just easier to adjust and travel with this way.

I could also use either half independently. (with a quick firmware change on the right, but still)

In a perfect world, yeah totally. I could use controllers that are approximately twice the price (nice!nanos) and have to rewrite the firmware (qmk -> zmk) and deal with Bluetooth, or I could just use wires and have it "just work™". I personally prefer this, but tons of people go the wireless route.

I use one for volume and one for scrolling right now.

Choc red pro's, for now

Thanks for the tip! Looks like it's all "holes colocated"...thanks reversible footprints.

Definitely your prerogative if you like it. I personally like having the control key for some games. I do leave the one just one inside from the bottom outer key off completely on my builds though.

Good to know that's something to avoid, thank you! I also noticed that I didn't connect one of the keys right next to that because of your comment.