1500 Sq Ft Floor Plan with Master Suite on Second Floor
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Plan 64342R is a 3-bedroom 2-story house plan of 1528 ft² that pairs a contemporary European silhouette with the clean lines of a modern farmhouse beneath a steep gable roof. The 12/12 (45°) pitch, with the ridge set perpendicular to the street, gives the facade a tall, crisp profile, while wood and stucco on the exterior walls balance natural warmth with a smooth modern finish. The house measures 35'8" wide and 47'5" deep and rises 27'5" in height, and skylights bring extra daylight in from above.
The main living area follows an open floor plan, so the family room and the kitchen work as one continuous space. A fireplace anchors the family room, making this a house plan with fireplace where cold evenings naturally draw everyone together. Large windows and floor-to-ceiling windows connect the interior with the outdoors and keep the rooms bright through the day. The kitchen is planned for everyday cooking and for company alike: an island adds prep space and a place for casual meals, a breakfast nook offers a quieter corner for the first coffee of the morning, and a walk-in pantry keeps supplies neatly out of sight. A defined entry welcomes guests at the front door, and a home office gives a separate, quiet room for remote work or study.
The three bedrooms are clustered together, with the master suite on the second floor and its own walk-in closet. Two full bathrooms and a half bathroom serve the household, so busy mornings run smoothly and visitors have a bathroom of their own. A utility room keeps the practical side of the house in one place, away from the living spaces.
The house is designed on strip footings and is also available with a slab foundation. Its main exterior wall framing is aerated concrete block, with clay block or wood framing available on request. There is no basement. The attached, front-entry 2-car garage comes with an upstairs space above it, a useful bonus for a growing family. Outdoors, a covered rear porch shelters the back of the home, a deck extends the living area into the open air, and a balcony adds a private outdoor spot on the upper level.
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