840 Sq. Ft. - The Yellow House

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The Yellow House Plan

Compact Cottage Plan

840 SQ. FT. | 1 BED | 1 BATH | 2-STORY | SLAB ON GRADE

At just 840 square feet, The Yellow House has a layout that feels far more spacious than its footprint suggests. Cozy, character-filled details — a built-in desk nook, an eat-in kitchen island, and arched doorways — give this compact cottage a warmth and personality that larger homes often lack. A powder room for guests, under-stair storage, and entry cubbies keep the main floor organized and effortless.

The open upstairs bedroom offers a private retreat with generous dressing space, a walk-in closet with a stacked washer/dryer, and a full bath customizable for one or two sinks, a larger vanity, or even a pedestal tub. Whether you’re building a primary residence, a vacation getaway, or a backyard ADU, The Yellow House is a space you can truly call home.

Key Design Features

Built-In Desk Nook: A charming built-in desk nook on the main floor creates a dedicated workspace or study area without consuming a separate room.

Eat-In Kitchen Island: A well-proportioned kitchen island with eat-in seating anchors the open main floor — perfect for casual meals and everyday living.

Arched Doorways: Architectural arched doorways add warmth and character throughout, giving this compact cottage a distinctive, custom feel.

Entry Cubbies & Under-Stair Storage: Thoughtfully designed entry cubbies and under-stair storage keep the compact footprint organized and clutter-free.

Private Upstairs Bedroom Suite: The open upstairs bedroom offers complete privacy from the main floor, with generous dressing space and a walk-in closet with a stacked washer/dryer.

Customizable Full Bath: The full bath can be configured for one or two sinks, a larger vanity, or a pedestal tub — fully adaptable to your preferences.

Plan Specifications

• Footprint: 22’ 0” Width x 42’ 0” Depth (Ideal for narrow lots, backyard placement, or infill builds)
• Max Ridge Height: 24’ 0”
• Foundation: Slab on Grade
• Framing: 2x4 Exterior Walls | Truss Roof Framing
• Ceilings: 9’ First Floor | 8’ Second Floor
• Roof Details: Steep 12 on 12 Pitch | Truss Framing

The Design Philosophy

Every blueprint in our collection is crafted with a strict focus on structural flow and spatial efficiency. The Yellow House proves that a small home can have a big personality — with every built-in, every arch, and every storage detail working together to create a space that feels complete, comfortable, and completely yours.

Meet the Designer

Every blueprint is crafted by Angela, a professional spatial designer with a degree in Construction Graphics Technology from Purdue and studies in interior architecture.

With 16+ years of custom home design — including a decade in custom construction in Charleston, SC — Angela specializes in resilient coastal style homes engineered for flood and hurricane zones.