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This one-bedroom cottage has just the right amount of space for not a lot of upkeep. Comfort, casual style, and thoughtful visual details define this house. Covered with shingle and board-and-batten siding, this comfortable design may be built as a primary residence or as a getaway spot. The parapet walls at each end of the main body of the house follow the lines of the steeply pitched roof and give a sense of strength, while reinforcing the distinctive coastal look.
Most of the plans from Southern Living range in price from $500 to $5,000, depending on the set you order. Kurk Homes requires a $5,000 non-refundable retainer to get started on the plan design process, which is credited back to you in full upon signing the build contract. We'll walk through the entire custom home building process together including everything from your initial thoughts to handing over a guide on home ownership and details on our 20-year structural warranty. From the mail drop-off spot next to the rear "friend's entry" to the keeping room perfect for storing heirloom china, you'll marvel at the thoughtful design touches throughout this plan. Compact and very functional, this cottage-style plan is an easy fit for any family.
Coosaw River Cottage, Plan #671
Take a stroll through these interior photos to see clearly defined spaces that center on the joy of gathering together. When building with us, all funds received for the development of the plans, whether it's the retainer or full price of the plans, are credited back to you in the sales price for the home. A well-thought-out layout maximizes this 1,870-square-foot home, complete with 3 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths. Hemlock Springs offers both a casual and polished look, as it is the perfect family respite or primary residence. A simple roofline of low intersecting gables provides a silhouette that references the mountain terrain beyond. Classic double windows lighten the visual weight and provide glimpses into the home's light-filled interiors.
Its symmetrical shape takes advantage of every usable space, allowing for spacious living and dining areas. This classic one-and-a-half story home takes advantage of every square inch of space. The Great Escape Guest House, SL from the 2022 Southern Living Idea House design - is a stylish guest house with a window alcove and a full bath, perfect for visiting guests or as an in-law suite. This is where our designers will take you through each room in your home and select every detail of your home after your plans are ready. Inspired by vintage coastal cottages, this home began with the idea of a simple, one-room-wide design that allows for cross-ventilation and balanced light. This cottage has plenty of space for your family to come back and visit if you're empty nesters looking to downsize.
Rustic Lake Cabin, Plan #1809
A galley kitchen allows for easy access to the dining room and breakfast room. With a deep, metal-roofed porch skirting the front, one entire side, and a portion of the rear of the house, this plan has the look of a Southern, shotgun-style house. Whether built as a mountain retreat or a full-time residence, this plan features an open first floor and tucked-away ground floor. Our 2019 Idea House delivered a blue and white vision in Lowcountry living.
Just be sure to click through all the photos to see the back porch decked out for Christmas. You'll get a warm welcome from the start with this gorgeous front porch entry. To better target the plans that meet your expectations, please use the different filters available to you below. This open-plan home is filled with natural night and has an expansive back porch. With Lowcountry influences in its design, this home has plenty of Southern charisma.
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Inside, there's an iron balcony, similar to the exterior porch railing, overlooking the family room. Also, copper crown molding in the kitchen echoes the copper roofing at the front porch. The interior is bright and open, with high ceilings and careful placement of windows and doors creatiing a spacious effect throughout the design. Southerners may not have invented the porch but they have certainly perfected it. Wide eaves and deep overhangs contribute to the practicality of these outdoor spaces and offer a way to reduce the direct sunlight the interior of the home receives. These porches may expand the width of the front and rear of the home or they may generously wrap around the front and sides of the home with multiple entry and exit points to the interior.
Don't miss the porches, commanding outdoor stone fireplace, and double-decker bunk room. A tidy, one-bedroom, one-bath guest cottage sometimes needs a little envisioning to come to life. Thankfully, this scene is already set with gorgeous finishes and warm white walls that keep the tiny space from feeling cramped. If you're looking for home plans with the cost to build, it can vary. The total construction cost of a Southern Living home can range depending on the plan you select, required construction materials, and other factors. Kurk Homes will work with you to provide a rough estimate or cost-per-square-foot to build your home.
Add an outdoor fireplace to any of these spaces and a three season room is instantly achieved. This country Craftsman – House Plan 9358 – boasts nearly 2,000 square feet of family friendly living space, while a split-bedroom design gives the incredible master suite its privacy. Through the open concept living room and kitchen, a large dining room is the perfect place for a family dinner and game night. This Southern vernacular exterior hides a breezy, modern floor plan full of casual living space. "They're one of those things that add authenticity and charm and really make a big difference, even if you can't quite put your finger on why," says residential designer Suzanne Stern.
While we can vouch that every single one of our Southern Living house plans is utter perfection, it can still take a leap of faith to trust it will all come together without seeing a model in real life. That's why we've gathered a handful of our most popular house plans, each with interior photos to help bring these stunning spaces to life. Take a look and find color-palette inspiration, ideas for smart storage, and all the classic details you could possibly desire in your dream Southern Living house plan. Inside and out, this classical house teems with ideas that reflect the historic charm of traditional, Southern architecture. Abberley Lane derives its character from classical proportions and precise detailing. Designed by architect John Tee, the exterior of this house features ornamental ironwork, plantation shutters, French doors, fanlight transoms, copper accents and a formal entrance marked by a pediment and columns.
There's something about a white brick ranch with floor-to-ceiling windows and a deep front porch that really sets our hearts aflutter. Step inside for a classic color palette with a splash of personality, gorgeous living spaces, tidy storage solutions, and the kind of details you can only get with a custom build. The Winonna Park offers all the amenities characteristic of larger homes, but in a manageable footprint.
Whether nestled in a suburban neighborhood or built along a lakefront, Cotton Hill Cottage proves that special things come in small packages. The entry and front porch offer a quaint first impression, hinting at the interior's inviting, light-filled spaces. In addition to this picture-perfect front porch, this classic house plan also has a screened-in back porch.
Along with storage room in the basement, garages can also be used to house outdoor lawn and sporting equipment along with vehicles. Maybe you're an empty nester, maybe you are downsizing, or maybe you just love to feel snug as a bug in your home. Whatever the case, we've got a bunch of small house plans that pack a lot of smartly-designed features, gorgeous and varied facades, and small cottage appeal. Apart from the innate adorability of things in miniature in general, these small house plans offer big living space, even for small house living.
The Southern Living brand, which is part of Time Inc., has more than 1,000 exclusive southern home plans available in a variety of styles. Each home design brings the latest ideas in architecture, interior design, and livability while defining a lifestyle, sense of place, and a connection to the world around us. As a Southern Living Custom Builder, Kurk Homes is authorized to build your home from any one of these plans. Thanks to the open, informal plan from Mitch Ginn, with only three main rooms—a kitchen, master suite, and living room—the first floor is both cozy and modern. "I liked the idea of a compact cottage that could expand with the family. This is a lot more stylish than most starter homes," he says.
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