ISSUE #: 1041 5-5-2026

Summer is almost here! If warmer days have you thinking about spending more time outside, you're not alone. There's nothing quite like enjoying the fresh air from the comfort of home, and we have plenty of designs in our collection of outdoor living house plans that make it easy. They include everything from great decks and porches to full outdoor kitchen and living amenities—with barbecue setups ideal for hosting backyard parties and fireplaces that invite you to carry on into the evening. Come find the design that checks your must-have boxes!

House Plan 12012 offers traditional farmhouse curb appeal and a dramatic rear elevation that dials up the modern farmhouse vibes with larger windows for light and views. Inside, you'll enjoy 3,416 square feet across two stories, complete with three split bedrooms, voluminous open living, a rec room, and an office. You'll also love being able to expand onto the covered patio through four-panel siding doors that blur the line between indoors and out. Don't miss the bar seating across the wall from the kitchen sink with a pass-through window or the full bath with exterior access—perfect whether you add a pool or just want to keep facilities handy for guests!

House Plan 1747 is a chic modern design you'll only find with us! It offers 3,461 square feet with three bedrooms and three-and-a-half baths split across two stories in the main house, plus there's an additional suite setup in the separate casita in front. You'll enjoy a spacious great room with a sunken living area—popular in mid-century homes—that opens to the covered patio. Upstairs, there's also a rec room with a bar to expand the home's shared space, and it connects to the second-level balcony. This arrangement makes the most of your immediate surroundings and your views—look no further if you want outdoor options!