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Modern ADU Carriage House with Loft Balcony and Upper-Level Bedroom

Plan #L7305-A · 831 sq ft · 1 bd · 1 ba · 2.0 story · 2-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
831
Sq Ft
1
Beds
1
Baths
2.0
Stories
2
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Need an ADU or guest suite on a small lot — compact 27 ft width fits tight residential sites
  • Want a rental or income property addition — fully independent second-floor unit with kitchen and laundry
  • Prefer vaulted ceilings in a compact space — 8 ft upper-level height with volume-enhancing details
  • Plan multi-generational living — separate 1-bedroom residential unit with full bathroom and kitchen
  • Love outdoor extensions — loft-style balcony adds usable outdoor space without adding footprint
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need 2+ finished bedrooms — this plan has 1 bedroom only
  • Want a primary residence with expansive square footage — only 831 sq ft heated living area
  • Require main-floor bedroom — the bedroom is located upstairs in the residential zone

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Main Level — 831 sq ft · 27.00′W × 38.00′D

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About this plan

Carriage House ADU for Compact Lots

Nashville Adu is a compact two-story carriage house plan totaling 831 sq ft of heated living area, designed specifically for ADU or auxiliary dwelling applications on smaller residential lots. The 27 ft wide, 38 ft deep footprint fits tight site constraints while maximizing vertical utility within a 32 ft 9 in maximum height.

The ground floor houses an 789 sq ft 2-car garage, providing secure parking and storage. The upper level (810 sq ft) operates as a fully self-contained residential unit: an open-concept family room flows into a breakfast area and functional kitchen, with vaulted ceilings and an 8 ft height that enhance the sense of volume. A loft-style balcony extends the upper-level living experience, while large windows flood the space with natural light.

The second floor includes one full bathroom, dedicated laundry, and a private bedroom retreat. Built on a slab foundation with an 8:12 roof pitch and 12:12 framing profile, the carriage house aesthetic suits guest accommodations, rental income, or multi-generational property expansion with minimal site footprint.

What's included in this plan
  • Exterior elevations (all sides)
  • Detailed floor plan(s) with dimensions
  • Foundation plan
  • Roof plan
  • Schematic electrical layout
  • Building cross-sections
  • General notes & specifications
Not included (handled locally)
  • Architectural / engineering stamps
  • Site & grading plan
  • Structural / framing calculations
  • Plumbing & HVAC layouts
  • Energy-compliance documents
  • Material take-off list
These are typically prepared by your local builder or engineer to meet your jurisdiction's requirements.

Complete Plan Specifications

Total Living (heated)831 sq ft
1st Floor21 sq ft
2nd Floor810 sq ft
Bedrooms1
Full Bathrooms1
Stories2.0
Width of House27′
Depth of House38′
Building Height32′9″
1st Floor9′
2nd Floor8′
Garage9′
Garage2-car, front-load
Garage Area789 sq ft
FoundationSlab
Wall Framing2x6
Roof Pitch12:12

Key Features

2.0-story layout
1 bedrooms · 1 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
27.00′ × 38.00′ footprint
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Plan #L7305-A
GARAGE · 831 sq ft · 1 bd / 1 ba / 2-car

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