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HomeCottageTraditional 1,049 Sq Ft Cottage Home with 2 Bedrooms and Porch

Traditional 1,049 Sq Ft Cottage Home with 2 Bedrooms and Porch

Plan #J7225-E · 1,049 sq ft · 2 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story

CottageTraditionalOne Story
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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,049
Sq Ft
2
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
Garage
8′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Want a single-story layout with no stairs (one-story cottage design)
  • Need a home office or study for remote work (dedicated home office/study room)
  • Prefer a compact footprint on a small lot (35 ft wide by 37 ft deep)
  • Have a small household or are downsizing (2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need 3 or more bedrooms—this plan has only 2
  • Want a large open garage—this design has no garage bays
  • Require a primary suite on the main floor with a spa bath—both bedrooms are equal in size
  • Need more than 1,049 square feet—this is a compact single-story design

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Main Level — 1,049 sq ft · 35.00′W × 37.00′D

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About this plan

Traditional 1,049 Sq Ft Cottage Home occupies a 35-foot by 37-foot footprint, providing an efficient 1,049 square feet of single-level living space. The exterior is defined by a 138-square-foot covered front porch, which establishes the primary entry point and contributes to the home's 17-foot 10-inch maximum building height. This design utilizes a 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom configuration optimized for compact sites.

The interior architecture centers on an open-concept core where the great room, kitchen, and dining area share an integrated floor plate. Vaulted ceilings elevate the vertical volume of the main living space, increasing the penetration of natural light. A centrally located kitchen island serves as a primary work surface, supported by an adjacent wall pantry and a dedicated breakfast area that separates the cooking zone from the main gathering space.

Privacy is maintained through a layout that separates the bedrooms from the primary social areas. Each bedroom includes access to a full bathroom, with one room featuring a walk-in closet for storage. A dedicated home office or study provides a private, quiet zone for remote work, while a first-floor laundry and utility room are positioned to consolidate service tasks away from the main living area.

Structural integrity is provided by a slab foundation and 2x4 exterior wall framing. The roof structure features an 8:12 roof pitch, which defines the cottage aesthetic while maintaining a manageable vertical profile. The combination of these structural elements ensures durability and thermal efficiency for a smaller-scale residential footprint.

Key Features: 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,049 sq ft living area, vaulted ceilings, kitchen island, walk-in closet, home office, covered front porch, slab foundation, 8:12 roof pitch, single-story layout.

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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)1,049 sq ft
1st Floor1,049 sq ft
Front Porch138 sq ft
Total Porch138 sq ft
Bedrooms2
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House35′
Depth of House37′
Building Height17′10″
1st Floor8′
Garage Area0 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof Pitch8:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
2 bedrooms · 2 full baths
8-ft ceilings on the main level
35.00′ × 37.00′ footprint
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