1.5-Story House Plan 1058 ft²: 2 Beds, Home Office, 2 Baths, Open Floor Plan, without Garage
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Brick walls and a steep 10/12 (40°) gable roof define plan 24580R, a 2-bedroom 2-storey house plan of 1058 ft² in a European and Traditional style. Skylights set into the roof draw daylight into the upper level, while the ridge line runs parallel to the street and keeps the front elevation broad and orderly. The footprint is 30'5" wide and 24'4" deep, and the house rises to 23'4" in height. For anyone browsing house plans Canada for a modest single-family home that does not give up on comfort, this design fits two full bathrooms, a home office and a walk-in closet into a tidy outline.
The structure offers plenty of flexibility. As drawn, the house sits on a pile foundation with no basement, and a slab, strip footing or block foundation can be supplied on request. The main walls are built of silicate block, with aerated concrete, ceramic block or frame construction available as alternatives. Out back, a deck gives the family an open-air spot for barbecues, a weekend coffee or long summer evenings. Together with the gable roof, the brick facade gives this brick house plan a classic character that suits both a suburban street and a country setting.
Inside, an entry gives arriving guests a proper place to pause and hang a jacket before stepping into the main rooms. From there, the open floor plan unites the living area and the kitchen, letting sightlines and conversation move freely across the main level. The large kitchen becomes the centre of daily life, and its breakfast bar doubles as casual seating for weekday breakfasts, a perch for children with an after-school snack, or a buffet counter when the family hosts a gathering. Keeping the cooking zone within view of the living area makes this 2-storey home design feel more generous than its compact size suggests.
Two bedrooms offer each member of the household a private retreat, and a walk-in closet keeps wardrobes and out-of-season clothing neatly organized. With two full bathrooms, nobody waits their turn on busy mornings, and an overnight guest never has to share. A dedicated home office, closed off from household noise, suits remote work, studying or a quiet hobby. Rounding out the practical side, the utility room gathers laundry, cleaning supplies and household gear in one place, so the living spaces stay uncluttered. It is a sensible 2 bedroom house plan for a couple, downsizers or a young family.
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