Exterior Design
This design presents a modest, cost-efficient New American cottage with **3 bedrooms**, intentionally streamlined to reduce wasteful features. (Exact square footage not available due to site access error.)
The façade likely features board & batten or horizontal lap siding, cross-gables or shed roof elements, and reserved trim detail to lower construction cost.
A signature of the plan is a **generous deck** rather than extravagant porches—extending living outdoors affordably without heavy roof or structural cost.
Interior Layout
The internal organization focuses on open living: the kitchen, dining, and living zones are likely arranged for visual and physical connectivity.
Hallways and circulation are kept minimal to preserve square footage for usable rooms. Bedrooms are clustered to share plumbing runs efficiently.
There may be built-in storage niches to reduce reliance on freestanding furniture and to maximize usable space.
Floor Plan:
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
The plan includes **3 bedrooms**—a somewhat ambitious count for an economical footprint.
It likely includes **2 full bathrooms**, one being an en suite to the master, and the second accessible from the common areas and other bedrooms.
Closets are modest but functional, designed to maximize every square foot without overbuilding.
Living & Dining Spaces
The living area likely opens into the dining/kitchen space to conserve ceiling and wall costs. The open concept helps the space feel more generous.
Large windows and sliding doors toward the deck would enhance light, cross-ventilation, and connection to outdoors.
Kitchen Features
The kitchen is expected to be efficient with a straight or L-shaped layout and compact work triangle.
Cabinets may employ stock sizes, minimal custom detail, and smart storage (pull-outs, corner units) to keep costs down.
Outdoor Living (porch, deck, patio, etc.)
Its signature deck is likely oversized relative to the house footprint, giving outdoor living space that functions as an “extra room” when conditions permit.
Because the deck is less structural (vs full covered porches), it yields big returns on livability per dollar invested.
Garage & Storage
This economical cottage likely does **not include a built-in garage**, or includes it as an optional add-on rather than integrated.
Storage is achieved through efficient closet layout, built-ins, and use of wall space rather than expansive unused rooms.
Bonus/Expansion Rooms
No formal bonus or loft space is expected in this economical model; the plan prioritizes simplicity.
However, the large deck and efficient footprint may allow future additions or a small loft if structurally feasible.
Estimated Building Cost
Because the plan is designed for economy, the estimated cost to build this home in the United States might range between $300,000 – $425,000, depending on region, finishes, foundation, and site conditions.
This economical cottage plan (677000NWL) demonstrates that you don’t need to compromise on bedrooms or outdoor enjoyment to stay budget-conscious. By emphasizing an open layout and a large deck over costly covered porches or ornamental features, it delivers functional, pleasant living without unnecessary expense. A smart, modest home for those who value simplicity, utility, and direct access to the outdoors.
