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Traditional Brick House Plan with Screened Porch, Fireplace & Bonus Recreation Room | 1,494 Sq Ft | Alan House Plan

Plan #A8245-A · 1,494 sq ft · 3 bd · 2 ba · 2.0 story · 2-car

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1,494
Sq Ft
3
Beds
2
Baths
2.0
Stories
2
Garage
9′
Ceilings
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Great fit if you…
  • Want outdoor living flexibility — screened porch, patio, and deck provide year-round entertaining options
  • Need expandable space for future growth (412 sq. ft. unfinished recreation room framed for completion)
  • Seeking a traditional brick exterior with low-maintenance curb appeal and timeless style
  • Want a first-floor master suite with private bath and walk-in closet for convenience
  • Looking for a two-story layout on a single foundation footprint (1,494 sq. ft. main floor plus bonus room)
! May not be the best fit if you…
  • Need all living space finished on day one — recreation room is unfinished and requires future investment to complete
  • Prefer a single-story layout — this is a two-story plan with bonus room upstairs
  • Have a very narrow lot under 50 feet — design requires 58 feet 9 inches of width

This plan tends to appeal to:

Hosts & EntertainersMove-Up BuyersGrowing FamiliesForever Home BuildersOutdoor Enthusiasts
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Main Level — 1,494 sq ft · 54.50′W × 54.50′D

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About this plan

Two-Story Traditional with Outdoor Living & Bonus Space

This traditional brick house plan combines timeless elegance with practical living across 1,494 square feet of heated space. The open floor plan features a spacious keeping and family room with fireplace as the central gathering hub, flowing into the kitchen, formal dining room, and foyer. A wall pantry keeps kitchen essentials organized.

The first-floor master suite provides a comfortable retreat with private bath and walk-in closet. Three bedrooms and two bathrooms accommodate families and guests flexibly. A significant bonus feature is the unfinished second-floor recreation room offering 412 square feet of future expansion—perfect for a media room, game room, home office, or guest suite when ready.

Outdoor living is exceptional: a screened rear porch protects from insects and weather, while a patio and deck provide additional entertaining and relaxation space. The covered front porch welcomes guests with traditional charm. The attached two-car garage preserves curb appeal with a side-load entry. Built on a crawl space foundation, the home measures 58 feet 9 inches wide by 53 feet 2 inches deep.

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)1,494 sq ft
1st Floor1,494 sq ft
Front Porch40 sq ft
Rear Porch120 sq ft
Side Porch74 sq ft
Total Porch234 sq ft
Deck80 sq ft
Bedrooms3
Full Bathrooms2
Stories2.0
Width of House54′6″
Depth of House54′6″
1st Floor9′
2nd Floor8′
Garage2-car, side-load
Garage Area585 sq ft
FoundationCrawl Space
Wall Framing2x4
Roof FramingStick
Roof Pitch8:12
SidingBrick

Key Features

2.0-story layout
3 bedrooms · 2 full baths
9-ft ceilings on the main level
2-car garage
54.50′ × 54.50′ footprint
Unlimited build license included
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