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HomeCottageTraditional 3-Bedroom Open Floor Plan Home with Master Suite

Traditional 3-Bedroom Open Floor Plan Home with Master Suite

Plan #J7197-E · 1,341 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 1.0 story

CottageCraftsmanTraditionalOne Story
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David Park · Residential Plan Advisor · 30+ years
1,341
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Stories
Garage
8′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Working with a very small lot — the footprint is just 39 feet by 39 feet
  • Want to minimize build costs with a compact 1,300 sq ft design (smallest footprint)
  • Prefer an open floor plan that maximizes sightlines (open-concept great room, kitchen, and dining)
  • Need a primary suite with luxury finishes on the main floor (master bath with double vanity sink)
  • Want a single-story layout with no stairs (one-story configuration)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need 4+ bedrooms for a large family (this plan has 3 bedrooms)
  • Want a sprawling footprint with room to expand (compact 39-foot-by-39-foot square design)
  • Prefer a two-story design for more living space (this is a single-story ranch)
  • Have a lot wider than 50 feet and want to use that space (plan is optimized for small lots)

This plan tends to appeal to:

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Main Level — 1,341 sq ft · 39.00′W × 39.00′D

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About this plan

Spanning 1,341 square feet of heated living space, the Traditional 3-Bedroom Open Floor Plan Home utilizes a compact 39-foot by 39-foot footprint to maximize site efficiency. This one-story design centers on an open-concept living area that integrates the great room, kitchen, and dining zones to maintain sightlines across the primary social core. An 8:12 roof pitch contributes to a maximum building height of 19 feet 2 inches, providing a balanced profile suited for various residential lots.

The primary suite occupies a dedicated portion of the floor plan, prioritizing privacy with an attached bath featuring a double vanity and a walk-in closet. The remaining square footage accommodates two additional bedrooms, which function as flexible quarters for guests or a home office. A 15-square-foot front porch offers a defined entry point, while the kitchen layout includes a central island and an integrated eating bar to support high-traffic daily use.

Structural specifications include a 1341-square-foot first-floor layout built on a slab foundation. The 8-foot ceiling heights throughout the residence provide a uniform vertical scale, ensuring consistent climate control and lighting distribution. The building geometry is engineered for straightforward construction, with a square footprint that simplifies framing and exterior maintenance requirements.

Designed with a focus on interior circulation, this home minimizes wasted hallway space to prioritize usable square footage within the bedrooms and common areas. The inclusion of a walk-in pantry and a breakfast area adjacent to the kitchen further enhances the utility of the layout, catering to efficient household management without sacrificing the traditional aesthetic.

Key Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,341 sq ft total living area, 8-foot ceiling heights, 8:12 roof pitch, slab foundation, front porch, kitchen island with eating bar, walk-in pantry, open-concept floor plan, single-story configuration.

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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)1,341 sq ft
1st Floor1,341 sq ft
Front Porch15 sq ft
Total Porch15 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories1.0
Width of House39′
Depth of House39′
Building Height19′2″
1st Floor8′
Garage Area0 sq ft
FoundationSlab / Crawl Space / Basement
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingStick
Roof Pitch8:12

Key Features

Single-story living — no stairs
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
8-ft ceilings on the main level
39.00′ × 39.00′ footprint
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