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Southern Charmer with Bonus Room, Porches, and Grand Living Space

Plan #AJ6734-A · 2,095 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story · 2-car

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2,095
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
2
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Want a first-floor master suite with private bath for aging in place or convenience (master on main level)
  • Need a dedicated home office and mud room for work-from-home and family transitions
  • Love covered outdoor living — 477 sq ft of porches across front and rear
  • Seeking a split-bedroom layout for privacy (master separated from secondary bedrooms)
  • Plan to expand later — 1,934 sq ft unfinished basement ready for future development
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need a compact footprint to minimize build costs — this plan spans 78 ft 9 in wide and 53 ft deep
  • Want a two-story layout with bedrooms upstairs — all sleeping areas are on the main floor
  • Require 4+ bedrooms — this plan offers 3 to 4 bedrooms total

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Main Level — 2,095 sq ft · 74.50′W × 53.00′D

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About this plan

Southern Charmer with Bonus Room, Porches, and Grand Living Space is a traditional residence providing 2,095 sq ft of main-level heated living area and a substantial 78-foot, 9-inch wide footprint. This design prioritizes outdoor connectivity through a 477 sq ft total porch area, split between a 242 sq ft covered front porch and a 235 sq ft rear porch, facilitating year-round exterior utility.

The interior layout centers on an open-concept great room with vaulted vertical volume, anchored by a fireplace and direct sightlines to the rear porch. The kitchen configuration includes a central island and a dedicated walk-in pantry, supporting efficient meal preparation. A split-bedroom layout separates the primary suite from two secondary bedrooms, ensuring privacy within the primary living level. A dedicated home office and mud room are integrated to support distinct work-from-home and transition zones.

The upper level features a 457 sq ft bonus room, providing flexible floor area for a guest suite or media center. Below the main level, a 1,934 sq ft unfinished basement offers significant storage or potential for future expansion. The structure utilizes 2x4 exterior wall framing and a combination of 10:12 and 12:12 roof pitches, resulting in a maximum building height of 26 feet, 6 inches.

A side-entry 2-car garage provides 556 sq ft of vehicle storage while maintaining an unobstructed front elevation. The 9-foot ceiling heights on the main floor enhance the scale of the common areas, while the 53-foot depth allows this home to fit effectively on moderate suburban or rural lots. This configuration emphasizes long-term adaptability through its multi-level zoning and expansive lower-level foundation.

Key Features: split-bedroom layout, walk-in pantry, 2-car side-entry garage, unfinished basement, bonus room, home office, covered front porch, rear covered porch, 9-foot ceilings, first-floor primary suite.

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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)2,095 sq ft
1st Floor2,095 sq ft
Basement (Finished)1,934 sq ft
Basement (Unfinished)1,934 sq ft
Bonus Room457 sq ft
Front Porch242 sq ft
Rear Porch235 sq ft
Total Porch477 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House74′6″
Depth of House53′
Building Height26′6″
1st Floor9′
Garage2-car, side-load
Garage Area556 sq ft
FoundationBasement / Walkout Basement / Daylight Basement / Slab
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingTruss
Roof Pitch10:12 and 12:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
74.50′ × 53.00′ footprint
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