This well-balanced contemporary house plan delivers modern comfort, efficient design, and timeless functionality within a compact and highly livable footprint. Thoughtfully arranged on a single level with a basement foundation, the plan emphasizes open living spaces, private bedroom placement, and seamless everyday flow—ideal for families, downsizers, or homeowners seeking smart design without wasted space.
The home offers 1,688 square feet of heated living space, all located on the first floor, making daily living accessible and convenient. An additional 538 square feet of unheated under-roof area contributes to the total structure size of 2,226 square feet, accounting for the garage and auxiliary spaces. The home measures 55 feet wide by 54 feet deep, with a building height of 25 feet, creating a well-proportioned profile that fits comfortably on a wide range of lot types.
A modest front stoop welcomes visitors and provides a clean, contemporary entry point. Inside, 9-foot ceilings throughout the main level enhance the sense of openness while allowing natural light to move freely across the interior. The layout centers on a spacious open floor plan that connects the great room, kitchen, and dining areas into one cohesive living zone.
The great room features a cozy fireplace, anchoring the space and adding warmth and visual interest. Adjacent to the great room, the kitchen is designed for both functionality and gathering, featuring a central kitchen island, eating bar, and a generous walk-in pantry that supports organized storage. The kitchen flows naturally into the formal dining room, providing flexibility for everyday meals or more formal entertaining.
The private bedroom wing is thoughtfully separated from the main living spaces. The first-floor master suite serves as a comfortable retreat, complete with a walk-in closet and a private master bath featuring double vanity sinks. Two additional bedrooms are positioned nearby, making them ideal for family members, guests, or flexible use as a home office or hobby space. A second full bathroom is conveniently located to serve these bedrooms.
Everyday practicality is enhanced by a well-placed first-floor laundry room with direct access from the garage, streamlining daily routines and reducing household clutter. A functional mud room creates a transitional space between the garage and interior living areas, helping keep the home clean and organized.
The front-load, two-car garage provides 538 square feet of space for vehicles, tools, and storage, while maintaining a clean street-facing appearance. Built on a basement foundation, this plan also offers valuable future expansion potential for storage, recreation, or additional finished living space.
Construction details include 2x4 wall framing and roof pitches of 6:12 and 10:12, supporting the home’s contemporary exterior character while allowing for visual interest and structural efficiency.
With its single-level living, open layout, private master suite, and basement foundation, this contemporary house plan delivers flexibility, comfort, and long-term livability. Whether used as a primary residence or a downsized forever home, the design balances modern style with practical features that adapt easily to changing needs.
The construction drawings will include detailed, dimensioned floor plans, exterior elevations, roof plan, foundation plan, basic electrical layout, cross-section(s), foundation plan, and other general specifications. Some plans will include interior cabinet layouts.
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All house plans sold by Archival Designs have been designed to comply with the International Residential Code (IRC) and to the local codes in the area where the designer resides or where the house was built.
All house plans are designed to meet or exceed the national building standards required by the International Residential Code (IRC). Due to differences in climate and geography throughout North America, every city, local municipality and county has unique building codes and regulations that must be followed to obtain a building permit. Prior to purchasing a set of house plans, we recommend that you meet with your local building officials in order to determine the building requirements for your area. It is the responsibility of the purchaser(s) and/or builder to ensure that the structure is constructed to meet the codes of their local area.
Important Note:
House plans do not come stamped or signed by an architect or engineer. Additionally, house plans typically will not include structural engineering notes/calculations. Please check with your local building officials to determine if a stamp is required. If required, the building department will only accept a stamp from a licensed professional in the state where the home will be built.
Depending on your city, county, and state building requirements, house plans may need to be reviewed by a local licensed architect or engineer for structural details and code standards before construction begins. This is particularly true in coastal areas and those facing seismic events, extreme winds, and heavy snow. If you are building in any of these areas, a licensed structural engineer will likely be needed to provide the necessary calculations and additional drawings. We authorize the use of our plans conditioned on your obligation and agreement to strictly comply with all local building codes, ordinances, regulations, and requirements, including permits and inspections at the time of and during construction. We recommend checking with your local building department for the most current requirements. The purchaser(s) and/or builder are responsible for additional expenses incurred through meeting municipality requirements or other requirements for construction.
Our foundation plans have been designed for universal conditions and may need to be adjusted to fit your specific site conditions. The foundation should be modified by a local structural engineer to comply with soil testing laboratory findings and local building requirements.
Our house plans will include schematic electrical drawings; however, circuiting or wire sizing will not be included. Your electrical subcontractor will typically provide these drawings.
HVAC and plumbing drawings are not included. Your mechanical and plumbing subcontractors will determine the best layout for your site. Local HVAC codes, climatic requirements and commonly used systems vary throughout the country. The direction of how water flow will enter the home vary from case to case. For this reason, it is impossible to provide universal plans.
