Details Matter: Four Layouts with the Right Touches

Versatile Nursery/Office/Bedroom Near Master

While the outside of this home projects old-fashioned country charm, the inside is perfectly attuned to the needs of a modern family. The master suite is easy to reach on this level, with a versatile bedroom suite nearby that would make a great nursery, guest suite, or home office. In the open gathering area, columns provide a bit of visual definition between the great room and the island kitchen (don’t miss the handy veggie-rinsing sink here). A deck invites outdoor living in back, while the front porch provides the perfect place for enjoying a glass of iced tea and waving hello to the neighbors on a sunny day. Two more bedrooms upstairs share a bathroom that boasts two sinks. Over the garage, a bonus space offers room to expand. See more images, information, and the floor plan.

Easy Grocery Unloading

This graceful one-story home really puts the everyday needs of homeowners first. Take a look at the entrance from the garage: a bench provides a place to sit and take off shoes, while the direct entrance into the kitchen (and the pantry a few steps away) makes it a snap to unload groceries. Another bench sits just off the primary foyer. On the right, the master suite includes a walk-in closet plus linen storage and another bench in the bathroom. The dining room opens to a porch for after-dinner outdoor enjoyment. Each secondary bedroom also includes a walk-in closet. See more images, information, and the floor plan.