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The Foster 2 2048-2 - 3 bed, 2 baths, 1564 square feet, duplex

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The Foster duplex is a pair of skinny little things who are conjoined twins. Originally designed as this duo to duplex a corner lot, we have successfully separated the ladies to find their own destinies. At a mere 40' wide, these two could saunter onto most infill lots without having to 'drop a few extra'. Corner lots are ideal as both gals tend to face different directions. The ample porch invites you to come relax and stay a while. Inside you'll find openness from the parlor through the dining room and into the kitchen.

A door off the dining room gives you private access to the backyard. All amenities are on the first floor including the laundry room and the master bedroom. These little ladies can be quite elegant, but they're not so spoiled that they need their own powder room. Everything they need to know in life they learned in kindergarten, including sharing with others. Besides, one less toilet to clean means more time to spend baking a quiche.

Upstairs are two bedrooms and a bath. The loft is big enough to host an intimate Tupperware party. One of the bedrooms in particular has a fun walk-in closet with window. This closet should definitely make any woman happy to display all her stylish clothes in (not that we're encouraging any peeping Toms).

All plans include four elevations, floor plans, foundation plans, at least two building sections, framing plans for the second floor and/or roof, and notes and construction details. This is everything you will need to build, but may not be everything you need to get a permit. Check with your local jurisdiction. Electrical layouts, cabinet elevations and engineering are not included.

The Hamblet 3030 - 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, 1374 square feet

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THE Hamblet is the result of ~~plagiarization~~ inspiration from a magazine article. The original was a guest house built on the rear of a property in an upscale Vancouver, BC neighborhood. Attention was paid to every detail to achieve a striking look. Huge quoins were made along the corners out of plaster and stucco ran rampant. The design was L-shaped which we took as a ~~freebie~~ challenge. The Hamblet is not about blatant copyright infringement, rather about trying something out for ourselves.

In a slight twist, we've added a diagonal element to the house. This is rare for us since we are ~~compulsively~~ mildly attracted to 90 degree angles. This 45 degree turn gives a little space and grandeur to the foyer. Coat pegs and a guest closet ensure ample room for vestments. The secondary foyer opens to a dining room, powder room, and the kitchen. The kitchen is rather a multi-tasking affair with it's cooking, eating, and laundry facilities. The dining room takes some of the under stair space with it's built in buffet. The parlor maintains a sense of ~~loneliness~~ austerity. We imagine wood paneling with dark stain.

Upstairs is a typical 3 bedrooms but only one bathroom. In 650sf there's not much point in trying to squeeze in a second bathroom. You'd just end up with annoying little rooms. We've made up for some of this with ample closets in the bedrooms. At this point you may be wondering about the 2x4 walls. I thought Istockhouseplans was trying to promote energy efficiency!? Yes we are. Two things at work here. First since the house is ~~small~~ compact, we tried to gain as much interior square footage as possible. Second, in creating the exterior aesthetic, we figure this is best accomplished with ~~EIFS~~ 2" of rigid foam and a stucco coat. The half-timbering can be 5/4 exterior trim tacked over the foam.

The Arleta A 2850A - 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, 1353 square feet

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THE Arleta was a fun design that was inspired from the pages of Radford's Artisitic Bungalows

. We tried to stay true to the original design while making sure to adhere to a more modern formula. We are still scratching our heads at how we fit so much into a space of less than 1400sf. The design deities have smiled upon us!

At only 28 feet wide, the house will easily fit on a narrow infill lot. The open porch and low roof give the house an immediate inviting and cozy feel. We took some 1910's design liberties on the 'A' and dolled her up. For a more craftsman look, see the original.

Inside, we have kept the classic vestibule and framed it with a couple of pillars. On the other end of the house we took the classic icebox service entry and turned it into a true mudroom.
While we have been fairly anti-hallway in public circles, we found that we couldn't do without it here. The original plan allowed the bedrooms and bathroom (singular) to open right out to the common rooms. Modern design parlance requires a little more privacy. Were you to want to bump privacy up to the realm of secrecy, you could completely hide the hallway. The opening at the parlor could be covered completely or have a secret panel built into the woodwork. The kitchen could have a sliding or swinging shelf at its opening. This turns the entire right side of the house into a saferoom!

This plan is unique in that we have included space for a furnace should you choose to install one. The ceiling in the hallway could be sheathed and then subframed to 8'. This space then becomes perfect for running all your duct runs within conditioned space. All rooms can be touched. And if you built the house right your registers should have no need to reach to the windows. What an archaic practice! Similarly subframe the two immediate closets and put your return towards the parlor or dining room.

The Arleta 2850 - 3 bedrooms, 2 bath, 1353 square feet

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THE Arleta was a fun design that was inspired from the pages of Radford's Artisitic Bungalows

. We tried to stay true to the original design while making sure to adhere to a more modern formula. We are still scratching our heads at how we fit so much into a space of less than 1400sf. The design deities have smiled upon us!

At only 28 feet wide, the house will easily fit on a narrow infill lot. The open porch and low roof give the house an immediate inviting and cozy feel. We highly recommend gridded windows to complete the look. Or if you like a true bungalow look, see the 'A' version.

Inside, we have kept the classic vestibule and framed it with a couple of pillars. On the other end of the house we took the classic icebox service entry and turned it into a true mudroom.
While we have been fairly anti-hallway in public circles, we found that we couldn't do without it here. The original plan allowed the bedrooms and bathroom (singular) to open right out to the common rooms. Modern design parlance requires a little more privacy. Were you to want to bump privacy up to the realm of secrecy, you could completely hide the hallway. The opening at the parlor could be covered completely or have a secret panel built into the woodwork. The kitchen could have a sliding or swinging shelf at its opening. This turns the entire right side of the house into a saferoom!

This plan is unique in that we have included space for a furnace should you choose to install one. The ceiling in the hallway could be sheathed and then subframed to 8'. This space then becomes perfect for running all your duct runs within conditioned space. All rooms can be touched. And if you built the house right your registers should have no need to reach to the windows. What an archaic practice! Similarly subframe the two immediate closets and put your return towards the parlor or dining room.

The Montavilla A 2532 A - 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1 garage, 1368 square feet

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THE Montavilla started out as a custom design project that was cancelled. Originally meant as a 5 unit rowhouse, we saw the value in offering a slice of that pie. What remains is a cute little house that will fit on most substandard infill lots. Gable end brackets, a cantilever, and covered front and back porches with tapered columns give you that extra dollop of whipped cream. Since this was a custom design, there are a few features not usually available on our plans. First glance will reveal a garage, and within that garage are a standard furnace and water heater. If we've convinced you to go with alternative heating methods, you could free up some storage space or build in a small fold out workbench.

Several flavors are available, depending on where and how big you cut the pie. You can either choose to turn the roof (gables to the front and back), or double your slice. If you're feeling a little gluttonous, you could always triple your slice. We promise, it won't give you a coronary and it'll be our little secret.

The covered front porch welcomes you into the living room. Only the faintest of features separates the living from the dining room. You could always flex the spaces to your liking. The kitchen includes a small eating bar for when you are only entertaining yourself. A door opens onto a small grilling porch, suitable for the Pacific Northwest. The powder room is tucked in the back corner of the house for privacy. From the garage, you have access to the crawl space and extra storage under the stairs.

Upstairs are the customary three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The master bedroom is vaulted for openness. The closets are ample and a separate linen is included. The loft area could be used as a small play area, a computer space, or as your laundry sorting center. (it's nice to see those pie stains before they go through the wash).

The Montavilla 2532 - 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1 garage, 1368 square feet

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THE Montavilla started out as a custom design project that was cancelled. Originally meant as a 5 unit rowhouse, we saw the value in offering a slice of that pie. What remains is a cute little house that will fit on most substandard infill lots. Gable end brackets, a cantilever, and covered front and back porches with tapered columns give you that extra dollop of whipped cream. Since this was a custom design, there are a few features not usually available on our plans. First glance will reveal a garage, and within that garage are a standard furnace and water heater. If we've convinced you to go with alternative heating methods, you could free up some storage space or build in a small fold out workbench.

Several flavors are available, depending on where and how big you cut the pie. You can either choose to turn the roof (gables to the side), or double your slice. If you're feeling a little gluttonous, you could always triple your slice. We promise, it won't give you a coronary and it'll be our little secret.

The covered front porch welcomes you into the living room. Only the faintest of features separates the living from the dining room. You could always flex the spaces to your liking. The kitchen includes a small eating bar for when you are only entertaining yourself. A door opens onto a small grilling porch, suitable for the Pacific Northwest. The powder room is tucked in the back corner of the house for privacy. From the garage, you have access to the crawl space and extra storage under the stairs.

Upstairs are the customary three bedrooms and two bathrooms. The master bedroom is vaulted for openness. The closets are ample and a separate linen is included. The loft area could be used as a small play area, a computer space, or as your laundry sorting center. (it's nice to see those pie stains before they go through the wash).

The Creston 2630 - 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1500sf

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THE Creston is the epitome of inspiration. Our love of a particular house en route to a particular location (either counseling or the donut shoppe) on particular days almost caused us to rear end the car in front of us. "Such simplicity, such grace, such refinement, such epitome!" The small house caught our gaze each and every time. Like the child whose toy he got bored with mere seconds ago now in the hands of his friend, we had to have it. So after countless sessions and double-glazeds, we were able to get a good feel of the house. While the main structure is indeed a box, we are thrilled with the little extras. A front dormer, a (fake) chimney, cute little stair cantilever, spacious front porch, and of course the ever endearing exposed rafter tails. We hope the craftsman in you is just as inspired as he builds it. (The City of Portland's minimum R-5 lot width of 36' also inspired us with the dimensions.)

The main entry pulls you right into a formal foyer complete with bench and coat pegs. Shuck your shoes, hang your coat, and use the facilities if you need to. Enter into the parlor through a cased opening and relax in front of the fireplace. Maybe you could pull a good book/coaster/ceramic figurine off the shelves and settle in. Or you could mosey into the formal dining room and browse the fine china on display in the built-in hutch and sideboard. Exposed beam ceilings continue the flow from the parlor. Your host/wife/hired line chef is through another cased opening into the kitchen, busily creating an epicurean masterpiece. Want to help? Grab some spices off the pantry shelf in the hallway! "Say, what's this little silver knob behind the cilantro?" A click lets the pantry shelf swing open to reveal hidden storage/stairs/skeletons. Already inspired by the cilantro, you leave well enough alone and bring the leafy herb to the kitchen. The rear entry has been left a blank slate for you to add your own version of a stoop/landscaped paradise/funhouse.

Walking up the stairs, you see light streaming in through the window of the oversized staircase. Pausing for a moment, you suddenly realize that '42' is what it's all about. Upstairs you find two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a laundry closet. Missing from our usual specifications of the laundry is a fold away ironing board. No reason in particular, it was just one of those days.

The master suite has a large enough closet to open a boutique, and the master bathroom has enough privacy from the rest of the house to ponder, "ergonomic mojito doom". Whatever. The location of the bed has been pre-determined since the dawn of the designing of this house. Three little windows and two small built in shelves make for one cozy space. What, no linen closet? Stop, don't be conformed to the mold, and open your mind:

The linens need homes
No closet is provided
Built-in shelves abound