This thoughtfully designed country house reflects the enduring values of traditional American residential architecture while incorporating the modern conveniences demanded by contemporary family life. Characterized by its spacious single-level layout, integrated workshop, and inviting outdoor living areas, the design offers an appealing balance of practicality, comfort, and timeless architectural character.
The residence contains 2,040 square feet of heated living space within a total structure of approximately 3,400 square feet. Measuring 75 feet in width and 60 feet in depth, the home presents a broad, welcoming profile that is particularly well suited for rural properties, suburban lots, and acreage homesites. Its low-slung massing and carefully proportioned rooflines contribute to a sense of permanence and harmony with the surrounding landscape.
Designed on a slab foundation and constructed with durable 2x6 exterior wall framing, the home emphasizes efficiency and long-term performance. The roof combines 6:12 and 8:12 pitches, creating visual interest while maintaining the classic appearance associated with traditional country homes. Rising to an overall height of 19 feet 9 inches, the structure maintains a comfortably scaled presence that complements both open countryside settings and established residential communities.
Covered outdoor living spaces contribute significantly to the home's character and functionality. A welcoming 160-square-foot front porch provides an inviting entrance while reinforcing the home's traditional aesthetic. At the rear, a spacious 240-square-foot covered porch extends the living environment outdoors, offering an ideal setting for family gatherings, outdoor dining, and relaxation throughout the year. These sheltered areas strengthen the connection between the home and its natural surroundings while providing practical outdoor living space.
The interior is organized around an open-concept floor plan designed to encourage both social interaction and efficient daily living. At the center of the home, the great room serves as the principal gathering space, offering an open and comfortable environment for family activities and entertaining. The seamless connection between the great room, kitchen, and dining areas promotes natural circulation and creates a cohesive living experience.
The kitchen is designed to function as both a workspace and social hub. A large center island provides ample preparation area, while an adjoining eating bar offers casual seating for family members and guests. A generous walk-in pantry enhances storage capacity and supports efficient organization. Nearby, the formal dining room accommodates larger gatherings and special occasions while maintaining easy access to the kitchen.
The home includes four bedrooms and three full bathrooms, along with a conveniently located powder room. The owner's suite is thoughtfully positioned to provide privacy and comfort. This spacious retreat features a well-appointed bath with dual vanities, a walk-in closet, and direct access to the laundry area, creating a practical arrangement that simplifies daily routines.
Three additional bedrooms provide flexible accommodations for family members, guests, or evolving household needs. The generous number of bathrooms ensures convenience and privacy throughout the home, making the design particularly well suited for growing families or multi-generational living arrangements.
Functional support spaces further enhance the home's appeal. A mud room serves as a practical transition between the side-entry two-car garage and the interior, helping maintain cleanliness and organization. Adjacent to the garage, a dedicated 316-square-foot workshop provides valuable space for hobbies, woodworking, repairs, storage, or home-based projects. This feature adds a level of versatility often sought by homeowners who require workspace beyond a traditional garage.
Combining traditional country-house charm with contemporary planning principles, this residence offers a highly livable and adaptable environment. Its spacious layout, private owner's suite, dedicated workshop, and generous outdoor living areas create a home designed to serve modern families while preserving the timeless qualities that have long defined country living.
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.
