1.5-Story House Plan 1617 ft²: 3 Beds, Home Office, 2 Baths, Open Floor Plan, 1-Car Garage
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Plan 22635R is a 3-bedroom 2-story house plan that brings modern farmhouse character together with clean Scandinavian and European lines across 1617 ft². A steep gable roof with a 10/12 (40°) pitch is paired with flat roof sections and skylights, and the ridge runs perpendicular to the street, so the gable end faces the street. Wood, stucco and metal panels dress the exterior walls of this contemporary single-family home, which measures 45'3" wide and 45'6" deep, with a height of 25'9".
The entry opens into an open floor plan where the living area, the dining space and the kitchen work as one generous room. A kitchen island anchors the cooking zone and gives everyone a place to gather, while the breakfast nook makes room for quick coffees and long weekend brunches. Large windows and floor-to-ceiling windows pull daylight deep into the plan and frame the view toward the covered rear porch, so the interior feels open even on a gray winter afternoon. A separate home office lets work stay out of the family rooms, which makes this a practical house plan with a home office for anyone who works remotely.
The three bedrooms follow a split bedrooms layout, keeping the private rooms apart for quieter nights and more independence for older children or guests. The master suite sits on the second floor, set away from the bustle of the main living spaces. Two full bathrooms serve the household, and the practical side is covered by a utility room for the household equipment and dedicated storage that keeps seasonal items and everyday clutter out of sight.
The house stands on a slab foundation, with no basement; it is also available on request with a pile foundation, a strip foundation or a block foundation. The exterior walls are built of silicate block, with aerated concrete, ceramic block or timber frame construction offered as options. An attached front-entry 1-car garage keeps the car and gear close to the house, and the covered rear porch adds a sheltered outdoor room for summer dinners and quiet mornings, rounding out a modern house plan that balances character with everyday comfort.
Advanced Drafting & Design Co. Mooresville US$ 8,086
My Home Floor Plans Rosemead US$ 4,852
Plan & Simple LLC Austin US$ 3,235
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