Although other unique styles can often be identified in a European home, there are several definitive characteristics of the exterior, including the roof, windows, and siding of this home style. By viewing a European house plan, homebuilders will be able to determine how to construct it and what building materials to use. A touch of the European style can even be found in some of today's contemporary house plans.

The roof says a lot about a home and is often a used to determine a homes particular style. Low-pitched gables are design elements of a ranch home, while many steep forward facing gables identify a Tudor house. However, tall mansard roofs and hipped roofs generally can be found on a European house.
On most traditional homes, windows are rectangular shaped come in many sizes and can be made from wood vinyl, metal, or a combination thereof. Widows for a European house share every feature with only one thing different; they are almost always rounded on the top.
There are a multitude of mediums that can be applied to homes exterior. Wood siding, Hardi-Plank, vinyl siding is among the most common for many homes. Yet for exterior finishes on a European home, you will most certainly find stucco.
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This home plan features a rich European design and offers a small family the chance to enjoy a great designed home on a budget. This plan features 1321 square feet of living space broken into three bedrooms and one bathroom and a small footprint at 36 X 40 feet. The European design is evident by the external design where the secondary roof pitch and dormers have a 14/12 pitch. Special Features of this home include walk-in closets in 2 secondary bedrooms, pantry in kitchen, bay window in dining room, covered front porch, additional windows, shutters, and decorative moldings. The First Level offers a closed foyer with closet, family room/dining room, and kitchen with lunch counter.
This beautiful European country home features all of the amenities that your family is looking for. Two large bedrooms, each with plenty of closet space, share a bath complete with dual sinks and a tub shower. The master suite features a raised ceiling, a large walk-in closet, and a great bathroom layout.
The great room features 10 ft. ceilings and a gas log fireplace which provides a perfect atmosphere for relaxing with family and friends.
Both eating areas feature bay windows which allow plenty of natural light and make for enjoyable family dining experiences. The plaza entry garage is also perfect for narrow lots. This home is one that you and your family will enjoy for years to come.
This European Home Design is a large floor plan for a mid sized family that enjoys high ceilings as high as 18 feet in the family living area. The ceiling starts at 9' at rear wall and slopes upward going forward to flatten out at 18 feet high. This home has 4 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms as well as a large dining room, kitchen, and breakfast area. The four bedrooms and spacious enough for adults, children, and teenage occupants, however the main emphasis is placed on the master suite located on the first floor.
The Master bedroom suite has a spacious 15 X 18.5 foot floor dimensions and leads to his and her closets measuring 4' x 6'8" for her closet and 3' x 6'8" for his closet. The large master bathroom features a tray ceiling and leads into to master bedroom and to the fitness suite at the front of the home. This European House Design features a ground level 3 car garage with access through the kitchen and breakfast area and a bonus room above the garage which can be finished into a home theater, a game room, or used for storage space. With a total heated area of 2470 sq ft for the main living area and 370 square feet of bonus space this home finishes with 2840 overall sq. ft. for a stylish home design with ample living space.
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