cool digs

Covered porches upstairs and down are charming additions to this well-appointed two-story home, plan HMAFAPW00444 from Homeplans.com.

The classic design covers 4,119 square feet of finished living space on two levels, with an unfinished basement offering an additional 2,191 square feet of space to finish later.

Four chimneys herald four main-floor hearths: one each in the living room, dining room, family room and study, plus another in the master suite upstairs.

The formal living areas face the front of the home.

The family room opens to the rear patio. Just steps away, the kitchen offers an island snack bar for informal meals and great interaction between guests and the cook. The large study offers a perfect place for a home office or cozy conversations.

Upstairs, the master suite includes a warm fireplace, oversize walk-in closet, and relaxing master bath with a whirlpool tub and separate shower. There's plenty of room for getting ready to go out at the desk in the dressing room.

Three additional generously sized family bedrooms share a full hall bath and a small lounge that opens to the upper front porch.

To build this house, order a complete set of construction documents at www.houseoftheweek.com or call toll free (866) 772-1013 and reference the plan number.