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As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases.If you make a purchase through affiliate links on our site, we earn a commission at no cost to you.See our disclosure policy.Simple house plans with porches are not only cost effective but quite charming as well. - in fact,Mary and I like the idea of affordable yet functional living, less clutter, and less overall costs for heating, cooling, and maintenance.
Simple doesn't necessarily mean austere. You can still have as many amenities you want; however, floor plans tend to be more functional with roomshaving more than one purpose. The best part of course, is that you can still have a nice front porch!
Simple home plans incorporate straight line roof designs (excluding the porch roof)
The following images will illustrate the basic characteristics of a simple house plan design. Characteristics ofsimple home plans include but not limited to:
Simple Roof Designs
Most simple home design plans will incorporate straight roof designs, usually a gable roof covering the entire structure. Absent will be dormersor multiple gables or combination thereof. This significantly reduces the overall cost.Note the simplicity of design
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No dormers or complicated roof designsSimple home plan with minimal square footage; not the rectangular shape
Simple home plans incorporate multi-use-rooms
Limited walls with no curves or angles
Simple house plan with few walls none of which are curved or angled
Simple porch designs with gable roofs to match the home's roof design
Human-scaled, uncomplicated, light filled, and open
Rooms serve more than one function
The design expresses a beauty in practicality
Details and finishes tend to be simple and unadorned
Storage is well located and often built-in to minimize free-standing furniture
Whether desired for curb appeal or for a place to relax and watch the world go by,a front porch is an architectural feature that adds value and comfort to almost any home.
Don't forget that you may have options for porch designs when selecting home plans.
When selecting your plan be sure you can alter or modify the plan.This ensures you can modify the plan to make it a wrap around porch house plan if you so desire.
If you'd like to search for house plans, we welcome you to search on Family Home Plans.Our referral link means the exact same price to you.
Do you dream of a home with a porch? We've found some very nice plans!
Inviting front porch everyone would love - Family Home Plan #42618
House and Porch Plan Directory
House Plans with Porches
Check out these house plans we discovered all with front porches
Small House Floor Plans with Porches
Find a variety small house plans with big appeal...All these plans have fantastic porches too!
Ranch Style House Plans with Porches
See these amazing and popular ranch home plans that have appealing front porches....
Small Cottage House Plans
Discover what these cottage home plans have to offer; small in size - big in appeal...
Craftsman Style Home Plans
Who wouldn't love a endearing Craftsman style home and porches made for comfort....
Bungalow Floor Plans and Porches
Discover these charming bungalow floor plans that also have wonderful front porches...
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Small Cabin House Plans
Discover how these small cabin house plans may be the perfect solution to acquiring your perfect home....
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Build this amazing porch (we have shed and garage plans with porches too)...
Screened in Porch Plans
Find creative screen porches you can build yourself or hire a contractor....
Sunroom Designs and Plans
Construct your own fabulous sunroom porch from these plans....
Three Season Porch Plans
Build a three-season porch to prolong your outdoor time....
Tiny House Plans
Have you ever envisioned living in a very small home?
Southwest Home and Porch Plans
See a sample of southwest plans ranging from the simple to the ornate....
We also know that unless you have an unlimited budget, you will have to compromise on something.So it is very important to distinguish must haves from would-like-to-haves during your selection process.
Our current home was built from a wrap around porch house plan, one of two features we really wanted.(The other was a window over the kitchen sink.)
We appreciate Family Home Plans allowing us to feature their house plans with porches and know you can find your dream home too.
Entertaining Home Plan Video
Here's a short video of one of the home plans Mary and I really like; hope you enjoy the different perspectives it affords.Plan # 58198
Would you like to see more details of a plan? Jot down the number and go here.
House Plans with Porches Gallery
We thought we'd feature some of the most popular home plans that have porches - we know you'll soon discover why they are popular.For your convenience, we've linked to the actual plans so you can obtain more detailed information or for ordering if you so desire.
Beautiful Home with Post and Beam Appeal
Front porch with stone column bases and square wooden columns - Plan #65862
Actual Home Built from Plan Above
Family Home Plan #65862
Country and Farmhouse Plans
Beautiful Farmhouse Country Porch Plan
Amazing farmhouse front porch - get more details for plan # 45628)
Who doesn't like a large wrap around country style front porch?This home has one plus dormers which adds lot of curb appeal.Hang a swing or two and enjoy relaxing on this inviting porch.
Would you like to see more details of a plan? Jot down the number and go here.
Family Home Plan #34602
Go all out with this beautiful country farmhouse home and porch plan.
Grand home and porch - Family Home Plan #24245
Imagine spending family time on this front porch - Plan #24245
Would you like to see more details of a plan? Jot down the number and go here.
Ranch House Plans with Porches
We've been asked several times about ranch homes with aesthetically pleasing porches.Often times a ranch home's roof slope is low making it more difficult to attach a porch blends with the architecture of the home.We found these exciting ranch home plans that have fun and appealing front porches.Cottage in the woods with charming front porch - Family Home Plan #49824
Although small in size, this ranch cottage (photo below) is full of appeal.At only 576 square feet it is perfect as a starter home (nice and cozy) or possibly modify this plan to add additional square footage.We love the little front porch.
Family Home Plan #86955
This is a nice 9 foot ceiling ranch home with an inviting front porch. Depending on your lot, you could opt to have thisremain an open porch (no railings as shown) or with railings if required by local building codes. Either way, it wouldbe a great family porch.Great open porch feel - Family Home Plan #40026
Really nice ranch style home design and the arches between the porch columns are a nice touch along with the heavier column pedestals all of which adds a bit of sophistication to this home.Classic lines for a ranch home - Family Home Plan #98889
These are a few of the many more ranch home designs with porches you should see.What's nice about Family Home Plans is they have the capability and desire to work with you to design the home with features you want or need.
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Baby Boomer House Plans with Porches
If thinking of down sizing, whether you are retiring or not, check out these neat homes we discovered that have ideal front porches.This house plan offers 1420 square feet and a most appealing front porch with a gable roof design over the front door.This plan can also be modified to suit your specific needs.
Perfect home and porch for down sizing -Family Home Plan #92459
Arched openings between porch columns and a home plan with interesting roof lines combine to make this a real charmer.
Fun home with wrap around porch -Family Home Plan #69019
Charming house plan with front porch - Family Home Plan #86105
Luxury House Plans with Porches
Rendering of luxury home with wrap around porch - Plan #24403
Homes built from plan above - Plan #24403
Many luxury homes do not have front porches.However, we did find a rather good selection such as the one shown below along with a photo of an actual home built from the plan.
Executive home with wrap around porch - Plan #67039
Executive home built from plan above - Plan #67039
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