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a8238-a traditional house floor plan, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms | emily house plan

Charming Traditional 3-Bedroom House Plan with Fireplace, Covered Porches & 2-Car Garage | 1,297 Sq Ft

This thoughtfully designed traditional house plan combines timeless architectural charm with practical modern living, creating a comfortable and inviting home perfect for families, retirees, or first-time homeowners. With 1,297 square feet of heated living space and a total structure size of 2,024 square feet, this single-story home offers an efficient layout filled with warm gathering spaces and functional everyday features.

The exterior showcases classic traditional styling with balanced proportions, clean architectural lines, and welcoming covered porches that enhance both curb appeal and outdoor living opportunities. The spacious covered front porch creates an inviting entrance while providing a relaxing place to enjoy morning coffee, greet guests, or unwind in the evening. A rear porch adds additional outdoor living space, perfect for grilling, entertaining, or enjoying peaceful backyard views.

Inside, the open and functional layout creates a bright and welcoming atmosphere designed for comfortable daily living. The keeping and family room serves as the central gathering area of the home, offering a warm and inviting space for relaxing, entertaining, and spending quality time together. A beautiful fireplace anchors the room and adds both visual appeal and cozy comfort during cooler seasons.

The kitchen is thoughtfully arranged to maximize convenience and functionality. Adjacent to the main living areas, the kitchen allows for easy interaction while preparing meals or entertaining guests. A convenient breakfast area provides a comfortable dining space for casual family meals and morning gatherings. The wall pantry adds valuable storage for groceries, kitchen essentials, and small appliances, helping maintain an organized and efficient workspace.

The private first-floor master suite offers homeowners a relaxing retreat designed with comfort and privacy in mind. The spacious primary bedroom includes a private master bath that enhances convenience and functionality. The thoughtful layout creates separation between the master suite and the secondary bedrooms, helping provide a quieter and more peaceful environment.

This traditional home includes three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, making it ideal for families, guests, or flexible living arrangements. Secondary bedrooms are comfortably sized and can easily function as children’s rooms, guest accommodations, hobby spaces, or home offices depending on the homeowner’s needs.

Practical features throughout the home contribute to everyday convenience and organization. The utility room provides additional functional space for laundry and household tasks, while direct laundry access from the garage improves efficiency and simplifies daily routines. Every square foot of the home is carefully planned to maximize comfort and usability without unnecessary wasted space.

Outdoor living areas further enhance the appeal of this traditional house plan. The combination of the covered front porch and rear porch allows homeowners to enjoy outdoor relaxation from multiple areas of the home while expanding the overall living environment beyond the interior walls.

The attached front-load two-car garage provides 436 square feet of parking and storage space. In addition to protecting vehicles from the elements, the garage offers room for tools, lawn equipment, seasonal storage, and other household essentials. Its integration into the overall design maintains the home’s attractive exterior appearance while adding practical functionality.

Built on a durable crawl space foundation with sturdy 2x4 wall framing and stick roof framing, this home is designed for structural reliability and long-lasting performance. The impressive 9-foot first-floor ceilings create a more spacious and open feeling throughout the interior while enhancing natural light and overall comfort.

Measuring 43 feet wide by 54 feet 10 inches deep, this traditional house plan offers an efficient footprint suitable for a variety of lot sizes. The single-story layout also provides easy accessibility and convenience for homeowners at every stage of life.

With its welcoming porches, cozy fireplace, functional layout, and timeless traditional style, this beautifully crafted home delivers the perfect balance of comfort, practicality, and lasting charm for modern everyday living.



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What's Included in the House Plan:
  • Exterior Elevations – Front, rear, and side views of the home.
  • Foundation Plan - shows the layout, including excavated and unexcavated areas (if applicable). Each plan features one default foundation type — walkout basement, basement, crawlspace, or slab — based on availability and the option selected by the client. Other foundation types are available as upgrades. Please refer to the plan’s detail sheet for available foundation options. no structural engineering is included.
  • Detailed Floor Plans – Well-dimensioned plans showing the placement of walls, room dimensions, doors, windows, stairways, and other key features for each floor. These plans illustrate floor layouts, window/door sizes, and reference keys for cross-section details. Engineered floor joists and ceiling joists are not included in some plans. Local engineers or manufacturers can provide services for local geographic conditions. Important changes in floor, ceiling, and roof heights, or the relationship of one level to another, are clearly indicated.
  • Roof Plan – Overview of roof layout and slopes.
  • Schematic Electrical Plans – Schematic electrical plan sections specific to the design.
What's Not Included:
  • Architectural and Engineering Stamps
  • Site Plan
  • Structural or Framing Plans – All engineering requirements, including structural, truss, and framing specifications, must be provided by a local engineer or truss manufacturer to comply with local building codes.
  • Plumbing Layout – Only fixture locations are shown. Detailed plumbing layouts must be provided by licensed subcontractors.
  • Mechanical or HVAC Drawings – To be provided and installed by qualified subcontractors.
  • Grading Plan
  • Material List

House Plan Specifications

  • Total Living (heated area):  1297 sq ft
    All Unheated Under-Roof Areas  727 sq ft
    Total Structure  2024 sq ft
    1st Floor:  1297 sq ft
    Front Porch:  199 sq ft
    Rear Porch:  92 sq ft
  • Garage:  436 sq ft
    Garage Bays:   2
    Garage Load:   Front
  • Bedrooms:   3
    Bathrooms:   2
  • Foundation:   Crawl Space
    Wall Framing:   2x4
    Roof Framing:   Stick
    Roof Pitch:  8:12
    Exterior Siding:   Siding
  • Width of House:  43'
    Depth of House:  54'10''
    Building Height:  20'-9''
  • First Floor Ceiling Height:  9'

Key Features

  • Covered Front Porch
  • Fireplace
  • First Floor Master Suite
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Keeping/Family Room
  • Laundry Access from Garage
  • Open Floor Plan
  • Private Master Bath
  • Rear Porch
  • Utility Room
  • Walk-in Closet
  • Wall Pantry
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Plan Number: A8238-A
Charming Traditional 3-Bedroom House Plan with Fireplace, Covered Porches & 2-Car Garage | 1,297 Sq Ft
3 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths
1297 SQ FT
1 Stories
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A8238-A Traditional House Floor Plan, 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Emily House Plan
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A complete set of working drawings delivered in digital PDF format. This option comes with a license to build ONE home and includes a copyright release for printing unlimited sets of plans and making modifications.

CAD + PDF (Single Build)

A complete set of working drawings delivered in digital DWG and PDF formats. AutoCAD files are used by design professionals to make significant modifications or engineering calculations to the plan. This option comes with a license to build ONE home and includes a copyright release for printing unlimited sets of plans and making modifications.

5 or 8 Prints (Single Build)

Five or eight printed sets of working drawings shipped to you. This option comes with a license to build ONE home.

5 Prints + PDF (Single Build)

Five printed sets of working drawings shipped to you, plus a digital version in PDF format. This option comes with a license to build ONE home and includes a copyright release for printing unlimited sets of plans and making modifications.

PDF (Multi Build)

A complete set of working drawings delivered in digital PDF format. This option comes with a license to build an UNLIMITED number of homes and includes a copyright release for printing unlimited sets of plans and making modifications. This option may not be available for all house plans, or may require a specific format to be purchased. Please call 770-831-6363 for more information.

CAD + PDF (Multi Build)

A complete set of working drawings delivered in digital DWG and PDF formats. AutoCAD files are used by design professionals to make significant modifications or engineering calculations to the plan. This option comes with a license to build an UNLIMITED number of homes and includes a copyright release for printing unlimited sets of plans and making modifications. This option may not be available for all house plans, or may require a specific format to be purchased. Please call 770-831-6363 for more information.

Choose a building foundation for your home. The foundation provides stability to a home's structure from the ground up.

Slab - This concrete foundation is reinforced with steel rods and suitable for flat ground.

Crawl Space - This foundation is raised off the ground with low walls resting on footings, providing space for wiring, plumbing, and storage.

Basement - This foundation is entirely or partially below ground and offers storage or living areas.

Walkout Basement - This foundation is typically suited for rear-sloping lots and provides storage or living areas. Walkout basements have doors that provide access to the outside.

Readable Reverse
An option to reverse the plan including texts and dimensions to make them readable.
2x4 or 2x6 Conversion
Convert the exterior framing other than the standard framing included in the plan.
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JoAnne and the entire staff was extremely helpful and patient with us while we decided between 2 homes. This home has outstanding curb appeal and a great layout perfect for us. I work from home so having the home office off the foyer is fantastic. I converted the wet bar into a storage closet for my office. We also extended the laundry room into the porch and created a multipurpose laundry/mud room. I would buy from archival designs again and again.
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It took almost a year to pick a plan. Since my husband and I retired a few years ago we wanted this last house had to have everything we wanted and needed. The kitchen is my favorite part of the house. I can see what’s happening in my neighborhood through my kitchen window and watch my husband garden in the back yard. Our children think we made a smart decision when we picked this house for our senior years.
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We’ve had an amazing experience with our new home and are excited to be moved in. The customer service we received during our modifications was exceptional. We are loving the open layout of the kitchen and family room. It feels spacious and I’m already planning on hosting holiday dinners at home. We recommend Archival Designs to anyone interested in building the home they’ve always wanted!
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Can I modify this Charming Traditional 3-Bedroom House Plan with Fireplace, Covered Porches & 2-Car Garage | 1,297 Sq Ft now or later?

Absolutely. We offer in-house modification services to adjust layouts, room sizes, or expand garages before purchase. If you prefer to make adjustments during the construction phase, purchasing the CAD file package allows your local builder or architect to make on-site changes. Simply click 'Request a Modification' for a free quote.

How much will it cost to build this Charming Traditional 3-Bedroom House Plan with Fireplace, Covered Porches & 2-Car Garage | 1,297 Sq Ft and why aren't exact costs shown? 

Construction costs vary significantly ($150–$300+ per sq. ft.) based on your location, material choices, and local labor rates. Because site preparation and regional codes differ, it is hard to provide a universal cost always.

Will this Charming Traditional 3-Bedroom House Plan with Fireplace, Covered Porches & 2-Car Garage | 1,297 Sq Ft fit my lot, and can I add a basement or flip the layout?

You can check the 'Modifications' tab for width and depth requirements. To fit your site's orientation, most plans are available in a 'Right Reading Reverse' (mirrored) format. We also offer slab, crawlspace, and basement foundation adjustments for every design.

Do your plans meet building codes in my area and do I need a professional stamp?

Our plans meet or exceed national IRC (International Residential Code) standards. However, due to varying local requirements regarding seismic, wind (hurricane), or snow loads, house plans do not come with a professional architect’s or engineer’s seal. Most municipalities require a review and stamp by a local licensed professional to obtain a building permit.

Are plumbing, HVAC, and mechanical drawings included?

We provide the architectural and schematic electrical framework, but HVAC and plumbing layouts are not included. Because local codes and climate-specific systems vary significantly across the country, these are best finalized by your local subcontractors to ensure your home’s systems are optimized for your specific site and energy requirements.

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