{"product_id":"modern-farmhouse-cottage-house-plan-with-loft","title":"Plan C-26110","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis modern farmhouse cottage floor plan delivers 826 square feet of heated living space across a main floor and open loft, built around a simple gable form with horizontal wood siding, cedar tongue-and-groove accents, and covered porches front and back. The layout keeps everything an owner-builder needs on one accessible ground floor, with the loft above adding flexible bonus space without the cost of a full second story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eInside, the living room measures 10'7\" x 18'3\" and opens directly into a 7'11\" x 10'6\" kitchen, keeping the main living space bright and connected. The main-floor bedroom is 10'8\" x 10'7\", with a 4'10\" x 7'6\" bathroom that also functions as a laundry nook. A staircase leads up to the 130 sq ft open loft, which overlooks the living room below and works well as a home office, reading nook, or guest sleeping area. Covered porches wrap the front (21'0\" x 5'10\") and rear (9'4\" x 5'7\") for outdoor living space that doesn't count against the heated square footage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eConstruction is straightforward for an owner-builder: 2x6 exterior wall framing on a pier foundation with concrete footings, suited to sloped or raised building sites. The roof carries rafter and insulation assembly options so a builder can match the approach to local climate conditions, and the exterior includes cedar tongue-and-groove rain-screen detailing for long-term weather performance. Electrical and plumbing layouts are fully drawn for the kitchen and bath, and a complete door and window schedule with installation details is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis plan suits first-time owner-builders looking for a manageable build, downsizers who want a real house without a large footprint, and anyone building a rental property, guest house, or accessory dwelling unit. The open loft gives it flexibility that a strict one-room cabin doesn't have, without adding the cost or complexity of a full second floor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eAs with all our plans, this design is not engineer-stamped. Building codes, zoning, and foundation requirements vary widely by location, so we recommend having a licensed architect or structural engineer in your area review the plans before you apply for permits or start construction.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Home Plan DIY","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52510215962805,"sku":"26110","price":449.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0688\/9694\/8405\/files\/23x38-modern_cottage.webp?v=1784082415","url":"https:\/\/homeplandiy.com\/products\/modern-farmhouse-cottage-house-plan-with-loft","provider":"Home Plan DIY","version":"1.0","type":"link"}