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Farmhouse House Plan 497-43 2132 Sq Ft, 3 Bed, 2.5 Bath, 2 Floor, 2 Garage

Key Specs
  • 3
    Beds
  • 2.5
    Baths
  • 2
    Floors
  • 2
    Garages
  • 2132
    Square Feet
Brick accents around the perimeter of the foundation punctuate the appeal this home will bring to your neighborhood. An inviting covered entry patio with matching brick emphasizes curb appeal. Decorative and functional façade features such as gable grilles and trellis window awnings will add lasting value to your home. Proper window shading, efficient windows, and fiber cement siding give this home green features that will fit into any aesthetic neighborhood requirements. The two-car garage is nestled comfortably towards the rear of the home so as not to dominate the view from the front yard. Painted fiber cement clapboard siding and trim give this home a clean, crisp finished appearance with endless possible color variations. The first floor offers a unique combination of seclusion, open space, indoor-outdoor living, and ample storage. As one enters through the classic brick accented porch, they are brought immediately into a tall and grand, double-height entryway. Past the entry stairs is a completely open Kitchen, Living Room, and Dinning Room area, which fits the modern needs of today’s families. Integrated into this open space is a screened-in patio\porch, which can be a great place to gather and barbeque on summer nights. Hidden off of the kitchen is a private study area great for a library and for those of us who like our quiet time. Finally, this first floor offers extensive storage opportunities, both under the entry stair and in the Mudroom between the Garage and Living Room. The second floor starts off with a half-wall railing, allowing an open view of the entry below. From there, you find two bedrooms and one shared bathroom, a great child-friendly setup for families with two to four children. A linen closet and upstairs laundry room add efficiency and a true source of function to this space. The Master Bedroom is truly grand with a walk-in closet, oversized shower stall and whirlpool, (separated) his and her sinks, and a large bedroom space.

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Full specs & Features

Basic Features

Bedrooms: 3
Baths: 2.5
Stories: 2
Garages: 2

Dimension

Depth: 47'
Height: 32'
Width: 47' 2"

Area

Total: 2132 sq/ft
Garage: 499 sq/ft
Main Floor: 1075 sq/ft
Porch: 244 sq/ft
Upper Floor: 1057 sq/ft
* Total Square Footage typically only includes conditioned space and does not include garages, porches, bonus rooms, or decks.

Ceiling

Main Ceiling: 9' 2"
Upper Ceiling Ft: 8' 2"

Roof

Primary Pitch: 9:12
Roof Framing: Stick
Roof Type: Gable

Exterior Wall Framing

Exterior Wall Finish: Fiber Cement Lap Siding
Framing: 2"x6"

Bedroom Features

Main Floor Bedrooms
Main Floor Master Bedroom

Kitchen Features

Kitchen Island

Additional Room Features

Den Office Study Computer
Great Room Living Room

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Economical To Build

Energy Efficient Features

Energy Efficient Design

What's Included

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  • Foundation Plan(s): This page shows all necessary notations and dimensions including footings, support columns, walls, and excavated/unexcavated areas.
  • Floor Plan(s): Detailed plans showing room dimensions, wall partitions, windows, etc. as well as the location of electrical outlets and switches.
  • Exterior Elevations: A blueprint picture of all four sides showing exterior materials and measurements.
  • Interior Elevations: Detailed drawings of kitchen cabinet elevations and other elements as required.
  • Overhead Roof Plan(s): A view of the home from above showing roof pitch, peaks, valleys, and other details.
  • Cross Section(s): A vertical cutaway view of the house from roof to foundation showing details of framing, construction, flooring and roofing.
  • Electrical Plan(s): In general, each house plan set includes an electrical plan which will show the locations of lights, receptacles, switches, etc. Note: Most Green Living plans have an electrical plan, however some do not. Please contact us to verify. Window shading details: External window shading devices are an effective method for reducing heat gains through windows during Summer. In fact, external shading devices can reduce heat gains by up to 80% if sized and built properly. With this in mind, the founders of Green Living, formerly Free Green, created this page to assist home builders in constructing effective window shading devices. The information we provide includes a zoning map of the United States, zoning charts for proper sizing of shading devices and a variety of shading device styles and materials to suite different tastes and different home designs.
  • Construction Notes and Detail(s): Shows basic parts and assemblies recommended for the home so the builder can see how things come together.
  • Framing Detail(s): The framing layout is intended to be a suggested layout only. Design loads & weather conditions vary by region. As a result the size, spacing & layout of all structural elements in this home design must be approved by a structural engineer and code official based on your specific site location prior to construction.
  • Wall Section(s): Detailed drawings showing wall connections, from foundation to the roof. wall connections to foundation, window installation, siding installation, stair details, and more.
LEED for Homes Rating System
Guidelines to meet LEED for Homes certification levels of: Certified, Silver, Gold, and Platinum. LEED for Homes is a national, voluntary certification system, developed by national experts and experienced builders, that promotes the design and construction of high-performance green homes and encourages the adoption of sustainable practices by the homebuilding industry. The LEED for Homes Rating System is part of the suite of nationally recognized LEED Green Building Rating Systems administered by USGBC. Like all LEED Rating Systems, it is the market's leadership system, targeting the top 25% of home building practices in terms of environmental responsibility. LEED provides industry resources and tools on how to "green" any new home. With LEED, homebuilders can differentiate their structures as meeting the highest performance measures, and homebuyers can readily identify high quality green homes. LEED provides national consistency in defining the features of a green home, enables builders anywhere in the country to obtain a green rating on their homes, and assures homebuyers of the quality of their purchases, all based on a recognized national brand.

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