No. 39 - Ithaca House (840 sq ft, 2 bedroom, 1 bath, 1 level)

Modern Small House Project...

This past summer we finished the San Juan Island house and started up our current project three days later! It's located in Point Roberts, Washington and nearly complete. The plan is a super-efficient design with a southern exposure. Roof is R-62, Walls are R-28, and the slab is R-20, which are all high numbers for our moderate maritime location. Already the house is performing better than expected in terms of efficiency and I'll post additional information after the house is occupied. 

I've had so many inquiries about the plan I'm releasing it ahead of actually finishing the house. Enjoy - and please share! There's also a SketchUp model for those familiar with the software.

DETAILS:

• Bedrooms: 2
• Bathrooms: 1
• Floors: 1
• Conditioned space: 840 sq ft
• Overall dimensions: 28' x 30'
• Foundation type: Insulated Slab
• Heating & Cooling: Superinsulated. Propane fireplace
• Print size: 24" x 36"
• Immediate PDF download with license to build
• Design criteria: International Residential Code
• A modifiable SketchUp Model is available for this plan.

Download for free

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*NEW* Project Announcement, No. 4 - Modified Beekeeper's Bungalow!

RTS Historic Homes is building a modified version of the Beekeeper's Bungalow! The modifications were designed and drafted by RTS Historic Homes and the project is currently underway. Here's a sneak preview of the framing...

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*NEW* Project Announcement, No. 37 The Ballard!

The first photos of the original version of this plan have just come in! It's being built in Seattle and more photos are anticipated.

My clients were generous to share their plan at the website. You can view and download (for free) the No. 37 "Ballard" plan here. 

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Jobsite Boss!

Even we little people can learn to manage a small house building project!

It's in the backyard!

The No. 37 plan will be an accessory dwelling unit and was carefully designed by my client to fit the limited space permitted by the city.

Scissor Trusses

Speedy scissor trusses are being used in lieu of traditional framing. Trusses like these can go up quickly, often in just a couple of hours.

 

It appears the inspector approves of the progress!

Antique Fireplace Surround

Admire this handsomely aged wooden fireplace surround. Pieces like this are becoming increasingly difficult to locate!

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