2-Story House Plan 1394 ft²: 3 Beds, 2.5 Baths, Open Floor Plan, without Garage
Cover Sheet (Includes Front Perspective & Project Data)
General Construction Notes (Specifications & Standards)
Index of Drawings (Sheet List)
Floor Plans
Foundation/Basement Plan
Electrical Plans
Cover Sheet (Includes Front Perspective & Project Data)
General Construction Notes (Specifications & Standards)
Index of Drawings (Sheet List)
Floor Plans
Exterior Elevations
Overhead Roof Plan
Cross Sections
Stair Details
Miscellaneous Details
Foundation/Basement Plan
Electrical Plans
This house plan can be modified to fit your family’s lifestyle and your lot’s specifics.
Plan 79238R is a 3-bedroom 3-story house plan with 1394 ft² of living space, drawn in a cottage spirit with a modern farmhouse character and classic American lines. The square footprint measures 26'0" wide and 34'0" deep, and a gable roof with the ridge set perpendicular to the street gives the front a tall, welcoming profile. Siding wraps the exterior walls, and the covered front porch sets the tone before you reach the door.
Inside, an open floor plan keeps the main living spaces connected, so conversation flows easily from room to room. The family room is anchored by a fireplace, a natural gathering point on winter evenings. The kitchen sits at the rear of the house, where an island and a breakfast bar give room for meal preparation, quick breakfasts and guests who like to stay close to the cook. For anyone looking for an open concept house plan with fireplace, this layout puts both at the center of daily life.
The master suite is located on the second floor and includes a walk-in closet, giving the owners a private retreat away from the main living area. Three bedrooms in total are served by two full bathrooms and one half bathroom, a practical arrangement for a family as well as for visiting friends. With three stories stacked on a compact square footprint, this 3 bedroom house plan uses its vertical space efficiently while keeping each level clearly organized.
The house is built on the foundation as shown in the plans, and it is also available on request with a crawl space, slab, monolithic slab, stem wall or basement. The exterior walls are framed as shown, with 2×6 exterior walls offered as an option. The plan does not include a garage, which keeps the focus on the home itself and on the covered front porch, a sheltered spot for morning coffee or an unhurried evening outdoors. Simple forms, a gable roof and siding make this 3-story house plan a timeless choice for a country or suburban setting.
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