Welcome to “The Bookworth Cottage,” which spans over 1,820 square feet. It features three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a side-loading double garage. Its exterior mostly features a no-frills design.
I Love This Design—It Oozes Old-World Charm!
There are both modern Ranch and French country influences in this home. Its single-story construction and horizontally sprawling design are characteristic of Ranch architecture. However, the simple brick exterior, soft colors, and tall, rectangular windows suggest French country aesthetics.
Family-Friendly Main Floor Layout
A great room with a cathedral ceiling is at the heart of the house. But can you see how the bedrooms are distributed? On the right wing, you’ve got two bedrooms, a shared bathroom, and a utility room that opens to the garage. The master bedroom is on the other side, with separate porch access. This layout is great if the owners want extra privacy.
Buy: Donald A. Gardner – Plan # W-1027
Alternate Floor Plan Featuring Basement Access – Look for the Stairs – that’s the Only Difference
Adding basement stairs to the floor plan doesn’t significantly alter the flow of the main living areas. If anything, it puts more space between the secondary bedrooms and the main living area.
Buy: Donald A. Gardner – Plan # W-1027
A Classic Brick Beauty with Double Columns and Twin Dormers
Arched windows and a columned portico draw the eye to this home’s entryway. Meanwhile, the twin dormers break up the roofline, adding visual interest to the otherwise simple silhouette. That said, I think some landscaping would soften the transition from house to lawn.
Next, We Have a Garage Attachment and a Low-Profile Stoop
Although the house is mainly sprawling horizontally, we have one vertically extended part at the rear. That would be the garage. It features a simple exterior with a hipped roof and clean lines. If it were up to me, I’d tweak the porch’s brick stoop to make it stand out a bit. Maybe incorporate mosaics or concrete?
A Closer Look at the Framed Entrance and the Twin Dormers
Now, let’s get back to the front view. Two large windows and two double columns frame this entrance. I’m particularly drawn to the warm wood door, which stands out against the cream-colored accents.
Creamy Cabinetry and a Breakfast Bar in the Kitchen
Warm wood floors complement the cabinetry in this classic kitchen design. Recessed lighting brightens the workspace, while a pendant light adds a decorative touch over the raised breakfast bar.
Brown Bedroom with Eye-Catching Artwork Over the Bed
Rich brown walls create a cozy atmosphere in this bedroom. I love how the white patterned comforter pops against the dark backdrop. It also goes to show how even the small touches (like the framed artwork above the bed) can tie a room together and add some personality.
Textured Block Window Over a Built-in Tub with Dark Hardware
A large glass block window allows natural light to flood the space without compromising privacy—clever! Plus, the built-in tub design is both practical and aesthetically pleasing.
Sink Area Steals the Spotlight in the Utility Room
Dark wood cabinetry, on its own, is quite pretty. But the contrast between the wood and the granite just takes things to the next level. It’s a shame they didn’t use a cream or a neutral beige cover for the washing machine, though. That said, I do appreciate the attention to detail in the faucet choice. It matches the hardware in the bathroom.
Buy: Donald A. Gardner – Plan # W-1027
