Informal Juniper fits many situations

The Juniper (333-171) is a compact, informal home with an open, spacious feeling. Designed to meet the needs of a single person, or a couple with no children, this single level plan could also be adapted to accommodate a wheelchair.

Most of the exterior is lap siding with stucco relief trim. A small porch bounded by a wooden railing adds curb appeal, as do sidelights flanking the front door. Inside, these slender windows, along with the oval window in the door, brighten the entry. A doublewide closet is around the corner to the right.

Straight ahead is the comfortable great room, a large bright room that combines the functions of living room, dining room and kitchen. Three wide windows fill most of the back wall and more light spills down from above through four rectangular skylights.

A glass door on the left opens onto a small-railed deck that is also accessible from the master suite. In the great room, a hearth of brick tile transects one corner, creating a warm focal point. The large, open kitchen fills the other corner. A raised eating bar is all that separates the dining area from the kitchen. Friends and neighbors will enjoy lingering here to chat while the owners deal with food preparation and clean up. The dishwasher is raised to minimize bending. Counter space is ample, and a large walk-in pantry augments the available storage capacity.

Utilities are just a few steps away in a pass-through utility room complete with cabinets and a counter for folding clothes. The garage, too, has built-in cabinets and a long L-shaped workbench.

The two sleeping rooms are on opposite sides of the great room. Amenities in the master suite include a walk-in closet, twin basins, and separately enclosed tub and toilet. The guest bedroom has a set of built-in shelves.

For a study plan of the JUNIPER (333-171), send $15, to Landmark Designs, 33127 Saginaw Rd. E., Cottage Grove, OR 97424 or call 1-800-562-1151. Be sure to specify plan name and number. Compact disks, with search functions are free of charge, to help you search our portfolio for you dream home ($5 shipping and handling will apply). Or you may order or search online at www.ldiplans.com. Save 15 percent on construction plans using the code THP67 online, mailing, or calling 1-800-562-1151.

Date: 7/21/06