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Elegant One-Story Home with Expansive Outdoor Living

Plan #U5518-A · 3,046 sq ft · 4 bd · 4 ba · 1.0 story · 3-car

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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
3,046
Sq Ft
4
Beds
4.5
Baths
1.0
Stories
3
Garage
10′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Plan to age in place or prefer single-level living with no stairs (one-story layout with all bedrooms and living on main floor)
  • Work from home and need a dedicated office space (home office/study on the main level)
  • Love entertaining large groups with outdoor amenities (outdoor kitchen, grilling terrace, and 836 sq ft of porch space)
  • Have a large family or frequently host extended family (4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms)
  • Want convenient laundry access from the master suite (walk-in closet connects directly to laundry room)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need a compact footprint to keep build costs down (3,046 sq ft is a substantial single-story home)
  • Prefer minimal outdoor entertaining space (this design emphasizes large porches and outdoor kitchen)

This plan tends to appeal to:

Aging-in-Place BuyersWork-From-Home ProfessionalsEmpty NestersHosts & EntertainersMove-Up Buyers
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About this plan

Single-Story New American with Outdoor Kitchen & Office

This elegant one-story home spans 3,046 sq ft, organized across an 81-by-84-foot footprint to maximize horizontal connectivity and low-maintenance single-level living. The open-concept core links the keeping room, formal dining, and a chef's kitchen anchored by a substantial island and walk-in pantry.

A first-floor primary suite integrates laundry room access directly from the walk-in closet, streamlining household routines. A dedicated home office provides a quiet, professional zone. Ten-foot ceilings throughout amplify natural light and create an airy, welcoming atmosphere across the common areas.

Outdoor living is a signature feature: a 578 sq ft covered rear porch and integrated grilling terrace combine for 836 sq ft of total porch space, ideal for entertaining or seasonal relaxation. The outdoor kitchen extends culinary functionality to the backyard. A 258 sq ft covered front porch establishes a gracious entry sequence.

The 3-car side-load garage keeps the front elevation clean while providing functional access. Built on a crawl space foundation with 2x6 exterior framing and an 8:12 roof pitch, this home reaches a maximum height of 25 feet.

  • 4 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms on one floor
  • 3,046 sq ft of open-concept living
  • Home office for remote work
  • Outdoor kitchen and 836 sq ft of porch space
  • Master-to-laundry access
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)3,046 sq ft
1st Floor3,046 sq ft
Front Porch258 sq ft
Rear Porch578 sq ft
Total Porch836 sq ft
Bedrooms4
Full Bathrooms4
Half Bathrooms1
Stories1.0
Building Height25′
Garage3-car, side-load
Garage Area773 sq ft
FoundationCrawl Space / Slab / Walkout Basement / Daylight Basement / Basement
Wall Framing2x6
Roof FramingStick
Roof Pitch8:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
4 bedrooms · 4 full baths
3-car garage
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Plan #U5518-A
HOUSE · 3,046 sq ft · 4 bd / 4 ba / 3-car

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What will this cost to build?

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Budget
$553k
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