Best Price Guarantee— we beat any competitor by 10%·Family-owned since 1983·(888) 890-2353
ARCHIVAL DESIGNS
687+ reviews · Tap to call (888) 890-2353
Best Price Guarantee— we beat any competitor by 10%·Family-owned since 1983·(888) 890-2353
ARCHIVAL DESIGNS
Talk to a designer
(888) 890-2353
Garage PlansModify a PlanBuild Cost📅 Talk to David
HomeCraftsman1,555 Sq Ft 3-Bedroom House Plan with Basement & Master Suite

1,555 Sq Ft 3-Bedroom House Plan with Basement & Master Suite

Plan #AK7028-A · 1,555 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2.0 story

CraftsmanTwo Story
★★★★★Read 687+ verified reviews →
Estimated cost to build the home
$235k – $390kFree zip estimate ↓
Have questions about this plan? Book a free plan review with David →
David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,555
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2.0
Stories
Garage
8′
Ceilings
“We kept coming back to this plan — it just felt right for our family. The flow between the kitchen and living room works.”Verified buyer · Trustpilot
40+
Years in Business
3,000+
Plans in Catalog
10%
Beat Any Competitor Price
Expert
In-House Design Team
Quick self-check · 30 seconds

Is this the right plan for you?

Most regret comes from buying a plan that doesn't fit your life. Skim this before you decide.

Great fit if you…
  • Working with a narrow, urban, or compact lot—just 27 ft 10 in wide and 51 ft 8 in deep
  • Want second-floor master suite with a private bath and walk-in closet (privacy from guest bedrooms)
  • Seek a formal dining room that connects to open living space
  • Need a basement foundation with 787 sq ft for storage or future built-out space
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need a first-floor master suite or plan to age in place—the primary suite is upstairs only
  • Require a garage—this plan has no garage bays
  • Want single-story living—all bedrooms are on the second floor
  • Seeking expanded main-level entertaining—the first floor is 787 sq ft across multiple rooms

This plan tends to appeal to:

Urban Lot BuildersMove-Up BuyersNarrow-Lot BuildersEmpty NestersFirst-Time Builders
Think this is the one? Choose your package above and check out when you're ready.Yes — this plan fits me →

Floor Plans

Tap to zoom · Download sample

Main Level — 1,555 sq ft · 35.00′W × 54.50′D

↓ Free Sample
The Emerald Archival Designs Floor Plan

Choose Your Package

Not sure? Call us — we'll help
PDF Set
Build as-is or minor changes
$1,145
  • Complete working drawings (PDF)
  • Instant delivery to your email
  • Unlimited build license included
  • Copyright release — print as needed
  • AutoCAD DWG files not included
PDF Multi-Build
$1,645
  • Complete construction drawings
  • Unlimited build license included
  • Copyright release — print as needed
CAD + PDF Multi-Build
$2,145
  • Complete construction drawings
  • Unlimited build license included
  • Copyright release — print as needed

About this plan

Emerald is a 1,555 sq ft two-story Craftsman plan designed for urban and compact lots—just 27 ft 10 in wide and 51 ft 8 in deep. The main floor spans 787 sq ft with a formal dining room that flows into an open keeping and family room, kitchen, first-floor laundry, half bathroom, and a 130 sq ft covered front porch. Eight-foot ceilings maintain consistent vertical scale.

The second floor contains all three bedrooms and two full bathrooms in 768 sq ft, with the primary suite positioned for privacy and featuring a walk-in closet and private bath. A 145 sq ft rear deck extends outdoor access. The full basement adds 787 sq ft of unheated space with 8-foot ceilings for storage or future development, while the traditional roof pitch (8:12 and 4:12) and compact footprint make efficient use of every square foot.

  • 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
  • Second-floor master suite with private bath and walk-in closet
  • Narrow 27-ft-10-in width fits tight urban and compact lots
  • First-floor laundry for daily convenience
  • 787 sq ft unfinished basement for storage or future expansion
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)1,555 sq ft
1st Floor787 sq ft
2nd Floor768 sq ft
Basement (Finished)787 sq ft
Total Porch130 sq ft
Deck145 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Half Bathrooms1
Stories2.0
Width of House35′
Depth of House54′6″
Building Height28′6″
1st Floor8′
2nd Floor8′
Basement8′
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement / Daylight Basement / Walkout Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingStick
Roof Pitch8:12 and 4:12

Key Features

2.0-story layout
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
8-ft ceilings on the main level
35.00′ × 54.50′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
Copyright release — print as many copies as you need
Builder-friendly construction drawings

Modify This Plan

Free quote in 1–3 business days · In-house design team
In-house design team · Family-owned since 1983

Need a 4th bedroom, a different foundation, or 8 more feet of width?

Two quick steps. We'll reply with a fixed-price quote — no obligation, and no charge until you approve.

1–3 days
To send your quote
~2 wks
Typical revision time
Free
Until you approve
Direct
To the architect
1
Your contact
2
What to change
PLAN
Plan #AK7028-A
HOUSE · 1,555 sq ft · 3 bd / 2 ba /

First — where should we send your quote?

We only ask for what we need to get back to you. No address, no marketing.

Free quote — no charge until you approve·Direct to our in-house architect·40+ years modifying plans

What will this cost to build?

Most buyers are off by 20–30% before checking this.
Budget
$333k
Most common
Mid-range
$368k
Premium
$429k+
Modeled on Wichita, KS — our US price-baseline city. Use the form below to generate an exact estimate for your own location.
Refine for your location
Tiers above are baselined on Wichita, KS. Enter your own location for an exact Estidraft estimate.
Free · We email you the full line-item PDF.

Still deciding?

Book a free 15-min plan review with David Park.

David has 30+ years in residential design and construction documents. He'll walk through this plan with you — foundation options for your lot, modification possibilities, and exactly what's in the construction documents you'd receive. No pitch. No fee.


Reviews across all our plans — see plan-specific reviews on Trustpilot →

★★★★★

JoAnne and the entire staff was extremely helpful and patient with us while we decided between 2 homes. Outstanding curb appeal and a great layout perfect for us.

R
Rita Long · Milwaukee, WI
Plan: Cranberry Gardens
Verified buyer · Trustpilot
★★★★★

We've had an amazing experience with our new home. The customer service we received during our modifications was exceptional — they walked us through every change.

S
Sandra Hawkins · Montgomery, AL
Plan: Dunrobin Castle
Verified buyer · Trustpilot
★★★★★

We compared three plan sources and Archival's pricing + free design call won us over. Our builder said the construction docs were the cleanest he'd seen.

M
Mark Chen · Boise, ID
Plan: Pepperwood Place
Verified buyer · Trustpilot

→ Read all 687+ reviews on Trustpilot


Frequently Asked Questions

Can't find your answer? Call (888) 890-2353

For most buyers, the PDF Set is the right choice — instant delivery, unlimited build license, and easy to share with your builder. If you plan significant modifications or are building in CA, OR, WA, or NV, go with CAD + PDF so your designer can edit the source files. Still not sure? Call (888) 890-2353 and a real person will help you choose.

Still have questions about this plan? Talk to a real person — no pitch, no fee.

Starting at
$1,145
View packages