6 house plans that rethink single-family living

2. The Flex Wing

ARCHITECT
Richard C. Handlen, AIA, LEED AP
EDI International, Inc.
www.edi-international.com
richard.handlen@edi-international.com
415.362.2880

PLAN SIZE
Total size: 4,000 sf
Width: 48 feet
Depth: 65 feet

This 4,000-square-foot plan has four bedrooms, including a large master suite and full-size laundry on the second level. But it is the first floor that offers a number of lifestyle options. Besides the standard public rooms, the corner of the plan behind the garage flexes three ways. The base option adds two bedrooms plus a full bath, laundry, mudroom with outdoor access, and a “big box” storeroom. Even this base plan allows the flex wing to close off and both sides of the house can stand alone. The second option is a full-size master suite. The final option is an in-law suite with a private entrance. With any of these options, a family can grow and contract in this house without having to ever move.

A. First-floor laundry (second laundry upstairs)

B. Mudroom

C. Big box storage

D. Bedroom/den/office

E. Flex-door for suite options

F. Private side door

G. Second master

H. In-law unit

I. Kitchenette option