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Simple House Plans with Outstanding Indoor-Outdoor Flow

Simple House Plans with Outstanding Indoor-Outdoor Flow
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Simple House Plans with Outstanding Indoor-Outdoor Flow

By Courtney Pittman

Sponsored by Fiberon

Clean-lined and modern, these simple house plans show off efficient layouts with minimal walls and breezy indoor-outdoor living spaces. Think welcoming porches, impressive patios, well-thought-out decks, and more. Enjoy the fall weather with these ten fresh designs.

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Contemporary Design with Deck Contemporary Design with Deck Contemporary Design with Deck - Front Exterior

Contemporary Design with Deck Contemporary Design with Deck - Main Floor Plan

Contemporary Design with Deck Contemporary Design with Deck - – Upper Floor Plan

Contemporary Design with Deck Contemporary Design with Deck - Lower Floor Plan

Building on a scenic lot? This contemporary design captures the view nicely with lots of windows and a spacious deck. Inside, the simple layout includes an island kitchen that opens to the great room and the dining area.

On the second floor, the primary suite shines with a big walk-in closet. A secondary bedroom and a full bath round out this level. Don’t miss the handy mudroom and the two-car garage on the lower level.

Simple and Modern Simple and Modern Simple and Modern - Front Exterior

Simple and Modern Simple and Modern - Main Floor Plan

Simple and Modern Simple and Modern - Upper Floor Plan

Simple and Modern Simple and Modern - Lower Floor Plan

Here’s a simple house plan with a spacious open floor plan. At the heart of the home, the kitchen sports a huge island and a roomy pantry. A guest suite adds flexibility near the front of the plan. Check out the deck just off the main living areas.

The second floor hosts the primary suite, which gives you an extra-spacious closet and a spa bath (with two showerheads). Two secondary bedrooms share a Jack-and-Jill bath down the hall. Highlights of the lower level include a two-car garage, an exercise room, a mudroom, and a bonus space.

Modern House Plan with Deck Modern House Plan with Deck Modern House Plan with Deck - Front Exterior

Modern House Plan with Deck Modern House Plan with Deck - Main Floor Plan

Modern House Plan with Deck Modern House Plan with Deck - Upper Floor Plan

Great for indoor-outdoor living, this modern house plan features spacious patios and a deck (on the second level). In the kitchen, a snack bar offers space for relaxed meals and overlooks the open dining area and the great room. Near the front, an office gives you a quiet place to work.

Upstairs, the vaulted primary suite enjoys a big walk-in closet, a large shower, a separate tub, and access to a private deck. A second bedroom suite sits nearby. This level also includes a second home office, along with another great room and a loft.

Garage Apartment Plan with Deck Garage Apartment Plan with Deck Garage Apartment Plan with Deck - Front Exterior

Garage Apartment Plan with Deck Garage Apartment Plan with Deck - Main Floor Plan

Garage Apartment Plan with Deck Garage Apartment Plan with Deck - Upper Floor Plan

Here’s a modern garage apartment plan that makes great use of space. The first floor can hold up to two cars and features a handy workshop. Upstairs, the simple floor plan includes a vaulted living room that opens to the island kitchen.

Head out to the large balcony/deck or enjoy the view from the main gathering spaces. A bedroom and a full bath rest at the back of the plan.

Sleek Lines Sleek Lines Sleek Lines - Front Exterior

Sleek Lines Sleek Lines - Main Floor Plan

Sleek Lines Sleek Lines - Upper Floor Plan

From the great room, sliding glass doors open to the covered deck for fun outdoor living. The super-open layout creates a relaxed vibe and features an island kitchen and an airy great room. Keep groceries organized in the walk-in pantry.

Near the foyer, a formal living room could become a home office if needed. Highlights of the vaulted primary suite (located on the second floor) include two vanity sinks, a modern shower (with two showerheads and a bench), and a well-thought-out closet. A second bedroom suite waits nearby.

Contemporary A-Frame Design Contemporary A-Frame Design Contemporary A-Frame Design - Front Exterior

Contemporary A-Frame Design Contemporary A-Frame Design - Main Floor Plan

Contemporary A-Frame Design Contemporary A-Frame Design - Upper Floor Plan

Contemporary A-Frame Design Contemporary A-Frame Design - Lower Floor Plan

This contemporary A-Frame design gives you a simple layout with lots of room for outdoor living. Thoughtful details include a versatile office/loft space, a well-organized mudroom, and lots of storage.

The open kitchen is ready to impress with a generous island. Unwind in the primary suite, which showcases a luxe wet room. An additional bedroom and one-and-a-half baths complete this plan.

Three Bedroom Suites Three Bedroom Suites Three Bedroom Suites – Front Exterior

Three Bedroom Suites Three Bedroom Suites - Main Floor Plan

Three Bedroom Suites Three Bedroom Suites - Upper Floor Plan

Three Bedroom Suites Three Bedroom Suites - Lower Floor Plan

Here’s a contemporary house plan that really understands simple, modern living. For example, the kitchen opens completely to the dining area and the great room and a big cooktop island. A covered deck takes living outdoors.

Our favorite part? The second level gives you three bedroom suites (including two primary suites). The lower level hosts a two-car garage and lots of storage. Plus, everything has a place in the smart drop zone.

Smart Accessory Dwelling Unit Smart Accessory Dwelling Unit Smart Accessory Dwelling Unit - Front Exterior

Smart Accessory Dwelling Unit Smart Accessory Dwelling Unit - Main Floor Plan

Smart Accessory Dwelling Unit Smart Accessory Dwelling Unit - Lower Floor Plan

Inside this accessory dwelling unit is a layout that is simple and practical. The open floor plan gives you a vaulted living room, a breakfast nook, and an island kitchen. We love the wraparound deck.

At the back, a vaulted bedroom and a spacious bathroom reside, along with a storage closet. Need room to expand? The lower level hosts a future living area, kitchen, and office space.

Second-Level Deck Second-Level Deck Second-Level Deck - Front Exterior

Second-Level Deck Second-Level Deck - Main Floor Plan

Second-Level Deck Second-Level Deck - Upper Floor Plan

A second-level deck provides a nice space to unwind and watch the leaves fall. The open family room is anchored by a spacious island kitchen and breakfast nook. The powder room is tucked away next to the two-car garage (which features room for storage).

Next to the front entry, a comfortable bedroom suite is ready for guests. Upstairs, the primary suite boasts an ample walk-in closet and access to the breezy deck. Down the hall, you’ll find an additional bedroom suite, a convenient laundry room, and a loft.

Modern Cabin with Sundeck Modern Cabin with Sundeck Modern Cabin with Sundeck - Front Exterior

Modern Cabin with Sundeck Modern Cabin with Sundeck - Main Floor Plan

This modern cabin design gives you stylish curb appeal and a compact footprint. The open floor plan flows effortlessly from the great room to the kitchen and out to the big porch. Work from home? Check out the sweet home office space just off the main gathering areas.

Don’t miss the spacious sundeck (accessed via the primary suite).

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