Simpleness of QT-Pie gives it curb appeal

The contemporary QT-Pie (501-17) has simple lines and yet an eye catching facade. The roofline of the two-story home lends itself to good eye appeal from the street. The two-car garage is recessed so it does not look out of balance with the rest of the home.

Crossing the covered porch and entering the 1,986 square foot QT-Pie, a guest finds a vaulted living room and dining room on the left. To the right are the stairs to the second floor. The living room has three windows facing the street and one on the side. The dining room has one on the side and sliding glass doors opening onto a deck in the rear.

In the center of the home, separating the entry from the kitchen is a half bath with an optional linen closet with the pantry and refrigerator across the rear wall facing the kitchen. The "C" shaped kitchen has a raised eating bar, a built-in dishwasher, a large Lazy Susan in the corner and the range and oven.

Adjacent to the kitchen is the utility room that has the washer and dryer on the left side. On the right side is a large freezer. Jutting into this room is the rear of the entertainment center. There are doors in the utility room that access the back of the center for ease of working with the electrical wiring.

The rear corner is the large family room with sliding glass doors to another deck. This room has a door that opens into the garage as well as a closet under the stairs to second floor.

Upstairs is the sleeping area. The master suite is in the rear and is vaulted. It has a master bath with a tub and single sink. A corner walk-in closet provides a great amount of space for putting clothes and shoes.

In the front of the home are two bedrooms, also vaulted, with wall closets and each having a large window to allow the rooms to be bathed in sunlight. Bedroom 3 has a large built-in shelf in the rear for storing books or kids' toys. A full bath with tub and a single sink is in the hall. A linen closet for upstairs is just outside the bathroom.

This home would be ideal for the family that has slightly older children where stairs are not a problem. It has ample space for everyone to have their own area and yet cozy enough for family unity.

For a study plan of the QT-PIE (501-17), 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: 7/11/06