1500 Sq Ft House Plan with Two Story Great Room and Loft

Plan 41986R is a 3-bedroom 2-story house plan of 1537 ft² that brings together contemporary and European design on an L-shaped footprint under an 8/12 gable roof. The ridge runs perpendicular to the street, so the front reads as a crisp, steep gable, while skylights add daylight from above. Stone/brick veneer and wood share the exterior walls, a modern, transitional pairing that suits both suburban streets and open country settings. The house measures 51'3" wide and 56'2" deep, with a height of 23'9".

A defined entry leads into an open floor plan built around a large family room with a fireplace. The family room is open to below, rising to a loft that overlooks it, and large windows and floor-to-ceiling glass draw light across the whole space. The kitchen works for daily life and for guests: a breakfast bar faces the living area, a walk-in pantry keeps supplies out of sight, and a breakfast nook with a corner window gives the morning coffee its own bright spot. For anyone searching for a house plan with fireplace and an open concept, this layout keeps cooking, dining and relaxing within one connected room.

The main floor master is a private retreat with a walk-in closet, and the bedrooms are clustered together, which keeps the sleeping area quiet and compact. Two full bathrooms serve the family. The loft can become a reading corner, a study or a play area, and the bonus/flex room adds space for a home office, guest room or hobby room as needs change. A separate utility room handles laundry and household equipment away from the living spaces.

Outside, a wraparound porch greets visitors, and a covered rear porch and a deck extend the living area for summer meals and quiet evenings. The attached, front-entry 2-car garage gives direct access to the house. There is no basement: the home stands on strip footings and is also available with a slab foundation. The exterior walls are designed in clay block masonry, with aerated concrete or wood framing available on request.