#ALP-1E4S House Plan
Energy-Efficient Raised Cottage
This authentic raised southern cottage-style home requires a very small building site due to the extremely compact layout but the interior is packed with features only found in larger homes. The floor plan is open, spacious, and airy featuring 9’ ceilings and large windows for maximum view and light. The kitchen is grand and spacious with a buffet serving area and a built-in wine rack. The island has a 42” high raised eating bar and a downdraft range. The kitchen and dining areas have exposed beams, a built-in pantry, and easy access to the nearby utility room. The living room has soaring 2 story ceilings with exposed beams plus there is a 9’ sliding glass door opening to the rear porch. The large wrap-around rear porch is designed to take advantage of the slightest breeze and it is sized for rocking chairs. A large front porch is also full depth to provide that down home feel and it is great for spending lazy afternoons, just like at grandmother's home. There is an abundance of attic storage space which can be accessed by a pull-down stair located in the rear porch ceiling or there is a wall ladder located in the living room. The master suite is conveniently located and it has a full bath with a walk-in closet comparable to much larger homes. As if that were not enough, this is a super energy-saving home featuring 2x6 exterior walls plus a host of other design techniques designed to save energy but without adding cost to the construction.