You’ve heard of barndominiums. But do you know about shop-house plans, or shouses?
A shop-house combines work space (typically part of a big garage) with living. They can look like a tiny home on the same level as the garage, or something more elaborate. Like this plan.
Here’s the ground level. As you can see, it’s basically all parking and practical space, which would work beautifully for a home buyer who loves to tinker with cars or lawn equipment. Or maybe they want room for their jam band.
Also notable here: the big, covered outdoor living spaces in front and on the side.
Upstairs, it’s a different story. This level showcases the kinds of details that you wouldn’t expect in a utilitarian space.
These include amenities like walk-in closets, a cathedral ceiling, a fireplace, and a very generous primary suite.
Here’s that living area, which flows into the open dining room and then the island kitchen. Not pictured here: the kitchen’s big walk-in pantry.
Would you expect this kind of bathroom in a shop-house? The primary bathroom feels decidedly upscale with a large shower, a soaking tub, dual vanities, and easy access to the vast closet.
