Ranch house is right-sized

August 27, 2011 at 6:49PM
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This one-level ranch home features craftsman-styling reminiscent of the early 20th century. An inviting covered porch opens to a combination dining and family room. Raised ceilings, an arch-top window unit and a fireplace add drama to this space. The family room has access to a screened porch, which offers a space for sheltered socializing. The roomy kitchen features a breakfast nook, pantry and access to the laundry room through a pocket door. The master suite features a tray ceiling and sitting area, which opens to the screened porch. There are also separate his and hers closets. The spacious master bath has a separate shower and corner garden tub. A powder room for guests is off the master suite. On the opposite side of the floor plan, two more bedrooms share a bathroom. Steps lead up to two bonus rooms offering space for a home office, a craft room, guest room or playroom. This plan is one in a series of Jim Wells signature designs with the foremost walls of the screened porch forming a "W."

COMPILED BY LYNN UNDERWOOD.

PLAN 8698

FOR INFORMATION OR TO BUY PLANS, CONTACT THE HOUSE DESIGNERS AT THEHOUSEDESIGNERS.COM OR CALL 1-866-214-2242.

Total finished: 1,820 square feet

Main floor: 1,820 square feet

Bonus: 888 square feet

Bed/bathrooms: 3/2

Foundation: Slab

BEDROOM

BEDROOM

PORCH

DINING

ROOM

FAMILY

ROOM

SCREENED

PORCH

NOOK

KITCHEN

MASTER

BEDROOM

GARAGE

BONUS

ROOM

BONUS

ROOM

UPPER LEVEL

GROUND LEVEL

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