{"id":14387,"date":"2024-07-19T15:40:29","date_gmt":"2024-07-19T19:40:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/?p=14387"},"modified":"2024-07-19T15:40:40","modified_gmt":"2024-07-19T19:40:40","slug":"home-plans-for-small-lots","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/home-plans-for-small-lots\/","title":{"rendered":"House Plans for Small Lots"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>If you\u2019ve found the perfect building lot but have restrictions on the size home you can build, there are lots of solutions to build a beautiful small home in our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/small-house-plans.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">small house plan collection<\/a>.\u00a0It\u2019s also important to know that building jurisdiction requirements can dictate a buildable area smaller than what you might think it would be, so know these restrictions before purchasing your land. The good news is, there are lots of small home plan options perfectly suited for smaller lots. Check out some of our newest small home plans for tiny lots that range from affordable and budget-friendly to more luxurious designs. Remember, any of our house plans can be easily modified and our team is ready to help. Just <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/contact-us\/\">email<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/direct.lc.chat\/1072821\/1\">live chat<\/a>, or call us at <a href=\"tel:866-214-2242\">866-214-2242<\/a> to get started!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A French Country Favorite of Our House Plans for Small Lots<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Building on a small lot doesn&#8217;t have to be bland or boring, as you&#8217;ll see in our stunning first pick. The allure of European architecture lies in its timeless elegance and charming details, and the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/2-story-cottage-2502-square-feet-4-bedrooms-daylight-basement-5474\/\">Hazel 2 cottage<\/a> house plan exemplifies these qualities beautifully. Designed with small lots in mind, this 2,502-square-foot home is an ideal blend of efficiency and luxury, providing ample space for comfortable living without overwhelming a compact lot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At only 35&#8242; wide by 28&#8242; deep, this two-story cottage maximizes every square foot, ensuring that each area serves a purpose. The design includes four spacious bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a daylight basement, making it perfect for families who need both communal and private spaces. The clever use of vertical space allows for a smaller footprint, making it an excellent choice for narrow lots.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/2-story-cottage-2502-square-feet-4-bedrooms-daylight-basement-5474\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" data-id=\"14870\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3513-v1-living-1-1024x819.jpg\" alt=\"a spacious living room with wood and stone accented fireplace\" class=\"wp-image-14870\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3513-v1-living-1-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3513-v1-living-1-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3513-v1-living-1-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3513-v1-living-1.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/2-story-cottage-2502-square-feet-4-bedrooms-daylight-basement-5474\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"819\" data-id=\"14871\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3513-v1-kitchen-2-1024x819.jpg\" alt=\"a warmly lit kitchen with island and bar stools\" class=\"wp-image-14871\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3513-v1-kitchen-2-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3513-v1-kitchen-2-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3513-v1-kitchen-2-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/3513-v1-kitchen-2.jpg 1500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Small Lot Modern Design with a Rooftop Deck<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" rel=\"lightbox[14387]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1088\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1.jpg\" alt=\"A modern home for a small lot with striking roof lines and a stone accented exterior\" class=\"wp-image-14876\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1.jpg 1088w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-300x165.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-1024x565.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/1-768x424.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1088px) 100vw, 1088px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/the-elmwood-7298\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">House Plan 7298<\/a> \u2013 1,564 Square Feet, 3 Bedrooms, and 2.5 Bathrooms on 2 Levels with a Deck<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>This wonderful 2-story home has 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms in an impressive 1,564 square feet.\u00a0The footprint is 35&#8242; wide by 42\u2019 deep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Smaller living is one of the newest trends in homebuilding as people look for more affordable homes.\u00a0The Elmwood features an impressive layout with striking modern rooflines and a stone accent exterior. On the main level, a well-equipped kitchen looks over a front living room with space for cabinetry or storage. A functional primary suite completes the first floor. On the second level, a welcoming loft flows to an outdoor deck, perfect for sun bathing or entertaining. Finishing the second floor is two bedrooms with closet space, a shared bathroom, and laundry facilities. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5345_Living.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" rel=\"lightbox[14387]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1022\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"14877\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5345_Living.jpg\" alt=\"A functional living room with views to the kitchen\" class=\"wp-image-14877\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5345_Living.jpg 1022w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5345_Living-300x176.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5345_Living-768x451.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1022px) 100vw, 1022px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5435_Kitchen1.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" rel=\"lightbox[14387]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"587\" data-id=\"14878\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5435_Kitchen1-1024x587.jpg\" alt=\"A spacious kitchen with high end appliances and dining area\" class=\"wp-image-14878\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5435_Kitchen1-1024x587.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5435_Kitchen1-300x172.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5435_Kitchen1-768x441.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/5435_Kitchen1.jpg 1046w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">An A-Frame Design with Plenty of Windows for Views<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Changing gears again, let\u2019s take a look at another home that is perfect for a coastal or lake setting.&nbsp;The Skybridge 3 has cathedral ceilings and stunning windows to bring the outside in.&nbsp;An open-concept layout provides a large living room and eat-in kitchen. This gorgeous home has 1,086 square feet of understated elegance with 3 bedrooms and 2 baths. One bedroom is on the main level while the other two are in the basement with the family room. There&#8217;s also a loft overlooking the living space! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/modern-a-frame-1364-square-feet-8051\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"1200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff-rear.jpg\" alt=\"An A-Frame house with wooden accents and fireplace\" class=\"wp-image-14879\" style=\"width:840px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff-rear.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff-rear-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff-rear-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff-rear-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff-rear-1536x1152.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1600px) 100vw, 1600px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/modern-a-frame-1364-square-feet-8051\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">House Plan 8051<\/a> \u2013 1,364 Square Feet, 2 Bedrooms, and 2 Bathrooms in an A-Frame Layout Plus a Loft<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Ridgeside A-Frame house plan, with its 1,364-square-foot layout, is an exceptional design that perfectly suits small lots. Combining contemporary aesthetics with efficient use of space, this home offers a stylish and practical solution for those seeking to maximize their living area without compromising on comfort or functionality. With its vaulted ceilings and numerous windows, this 2 bedroom 2 bathroom house plan feels larger and offers comfortable living in a small space. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-3 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff_kitchen-overview.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" rel=\"lightbox[14387]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"821\" data-id=\"14880\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff_kitchen-overview-1024x821.jpg\" alt=\"A functional kitchen with an island and cabinetry\" class=\"wp-image-14880\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff_kitchen-overview-1024x821.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff_kitchen-overview-300x241.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff_kitchen-overview-768x616.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff_kitchen-overview.jpg 1496w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff_upper-bed.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" rel=\"lightbox[14387]\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"821\" data-id=\"14881\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff_upper-bed-1024x821.jpg\" alt=\"A spacious primary bedroom with windows and vaulted ceilings\" class=\"wp-image-14881\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff_upper-bed-1024x821.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff_upper-bed-300x241.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff_upper-bed-768x616.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/edgecliff_upper-bed.jpg 1496w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>As you can see from the small sampling of homes provided here, even home plans for small lots can come in all sorts of looks and layouts! So, don&#8217;t fret if you need to stick to a small footprint. Our talented architects and designers have plenty of homes to suit your needs.&nbsp;Go to <a href=\"http:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\">www.thehousedesigners.com<\/a> and reach out to one of our knowledgeable home plan advisors if you need any help finding the right one! <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>If you\u2019ve found the perfect building lot but have restrictions on the size home you can build, there are lots of solutions to build a beautiful small home in our small house plan collection.\u00a0It\u2019s also important to know that building jurisdiction requirements can dictate a buildable area smaller than what you might think it would [&hellip;]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":69,"featured_media":14873,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[711,707,2,970,700,699],"tags":[158,45,9,997,996,206],"class_list":["post-14387","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-affordable-house-plans","category-cottage-house-plans","category-houseplans","category-house-plans","category-small-house-plans","category-tiny-house-plans","tag-affordable-house-plans","tag-house-plans","tag-small-house-plans","tag-small-lot","tag-small-lot-house-plans","tag-tiny-house-plans"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14387","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/69"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=14387"}],"version-history":[{"count":11,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14387\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":14892,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/14387\/revisions\/14892"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/14873"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=14387"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=14387"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=14387"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}