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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.
 We've taken our most popular plan and made it even better. The lovely siding exterior is accented with areas of wood shingles, a "bayed" living room, and an irresistible front porch. It's radius top windows, luxurious master suite, a large screened porch, and the addition of a 386 square foot bonus room, are sure to make this 1982 square foot home hard to top. The exquisite master suite boasts a vaulted ceiling, a sitting area, and a large walk-in closet. Also adorning the family room, living room, and screened porch are vaulted ceilings, and a tray ceiling in the dining room. Other rooms have 9' ceilings. Just off the kitchen are stairs leading to the enormous bonus room, measuring 11'-4" x 30'-8". The spacious secondary bedrooms each measure approx. 13' x 11' , have walk-in closets, and share a "Jack and Jill" bath. The bonus area is simply shown with dashed lines on the main floor plan, with 5' high knee walls with ceiling sloping upward to 8' high. It will measure apx. 11'-4" x 30'-9"  This home offers a very functional split floorplan layout. The great room features 12-foot ceilings, cozy fireplace with gas logs, and welcoming transoms above the windows. Excellent views of the great room and back yard from kitchen. The expansive and well-appointed master suite includes a large walk-in closet, an oversized jet tub, separate shower, compartmentalized toilet and dual vanities. Other key features of the home include a home office, large utility room, wet wear closet, and large 2 car garage with separate storage. The optional bonus room provides an excellent space for a playroom and even has room for an extra bath. This home truly has the flexibility and features that your family wants!  This well-designed plan provides many amenities that you would expect to find in a much larger home. The master suite features a wonderful bathroom with large walk-in closets. The great room has gas logs as well as built-in cabinets and 12' trayed ceilings that make it a great place to relax and spend time with family and friends. The rear covered porch provides a great space for those summer cookouts as well as being close to the kitchen. A dining room and breakfast area are provided for formal or informal meals. The always popular bonus room provides an excellent space for storage or future expansion. The two car garage features space for real-sized vehicles. This plan is the perfect solution to your family's needs. Look for these key elements European house plans will meet the following criteria:
Our European Home Designs are provided from some of the best licensed home designers across the United States and Canada. So, when selecting a European House Plan, you can be confident that it is the right home for you. Keep in mind to verify that your European Home design will fit the lot and that you have selected and that the house plan meets your local building codes. Not quite what you are looking for? Try viewing more great home plans such as traditional house plans that are refined yet rich in character. |
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