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Our Favorite House Plans of 2018

Kaitlyn Yarborough, Assistant Editor and Writer for Southern Living
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Southern Gothic, Plan #1921
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Finding the perfect house plan means something a little different for every family. If you love the curb appeal of quaint cross-gables and a steeply pitched roof, a charming cottage just might be the ticket. If you prefer cozying up on a big porch complete with a porch swing and plenty of shiplap, a modern farmhouse is calling your name. This year, we've been swooning over our Southern Living House Plans that give the homiest homes for each and every Southern family. From fresh takes to classic staples, these house plans introduce a whole new set of possibilities. (This is the type of window shopping we're into.) Whether you're just looking for a little eye candy or searching for your future forever home, these custom-designed homes are the best house plans of 2018.
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Lowcountry Farmhouse, Plan #2000

Lowcountry Farmhouse, Plan #2000
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The name says it all. This house plan is a heavenly mash-up of Lowcountry style and farmhouse design.

3 to 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths
2,754 square feet
See Plan: Lowcountry Farmhouse

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Longleaf Cottage, Plan #1961

Longleaf Cottage, Plan #1961
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Everything flows quite nicely in this cute cottage. In fact, you might never want to leave.

4 bedrooms and 4 1/2 baths
2,584 square feet
See Plan: Longleaf Cottage

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Aiken Street, Plan #1807

Aiken Street, Plan #1807
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We've been swooning over this charming Lowcountry cottage all year long. Its metal roof and tall shutters, as well as its mix of simple spaces and natural materials, make it feel both modern and cozy.

4 bedrooms and 4 ½ baths
2,233 square feet
See Plan: Aiken Street

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Tideland Haven, Plan #1375

SL1375 Tideland Haven
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We can't get enough of this comfort-oriented plan. It offers amazing natural light with its large windows and French doors, while deep overhangs and a wraparound porch give a coziness perfect for afternoon hangouts.

2 bedrooms and 2 ½ baths
2,418 square feet
See Plan: Tideland Haven

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Whiteside Farm, Plan #1979

Whiteside Farm, Plan #1979
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You’ll never want to leave this plan’s massive screened-in porch that’s just begging for a football-watching TV situation. It’s a classic agrarian home with modern style.

4 bedrooms and 4 1/2 baths
3,610 square feet
See Plan: Whiteside Farm

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Farmdale Cottage, Plan #1870

Farmdale Cottage
Credit: Laurey W. Glenn

There's something so satisying about this cottage's symmetrical exterior and stunning entry. We don’t know if we could find a house plan more charming than this 2,057-square-foot abode.

3 to 4 bedrooms and 4 baths
2,057 square feet
See Plan: Farmdale Cottage

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Southern Gothic, Plan #1921

Southern Gothic, Plan #1921
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Make a statement with these modern Southern-Gothic digs. This house plan is always down to host a classic Southern soirée.

4 to 6 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths
3,416 square feet
See Plan: Southern Gothic

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Farmhouse Revival, Plan #1821

Farmhouse Revival Plan #1821
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This modern farmhouse would make Chip and Jo proud. Spacious and open, it's perfect for a growing family or just a family that wants room to breathe. The large kitchen means weekend breakfasts fit for a crowd.

4 bedrooms and 4 ½ baths
3,511 square feet
See Plan: Farmhouse Revival

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Bay Breeze, Plan #1914

Bay Breeze, Plan #1914
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Who doesn't love a little bay breeze? Don't worry, this house plan gets it. The two-story home gives us a hankering for late-afternoon porch sits and cheery-hued shutters.

3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths
2,030 square feet
See Plan: Bay Breeze

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White Plains, Plan #1799

White Plains
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We're sensing some cozy family nights take place in this Folk-inspired home with modern vernacular appeal. Latticed porch columns, a steeply pitched roof, and exposed rafters make this plan anything but ordinary.

4 bedrooms and 4 ½ baths
2,942 square feet
See Plan: White Plains

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Vintage Lowcountry, Plan #1828

Vintage Lowcountry
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That spacious porch looks ready to take on the Lowcountry breeze. The classic style makes relaxation and comfort the top priorities, and an open layout makes the interior homey and bright.

3 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths
2,768 square feet
See Plan: Vintage Lowcountry

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Gilliam, Plan #1936

Gilliam, Plan #1936
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That cross-rail fencing on the porch is all we need to know. This plan is a charmer.

4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths
3,208 square feet
See Plan: Gilliam

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Port Royal Coastal Cottage, Plan #1414

Port Royal Coastal Cottage, Plan #1414
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We’re ready to play house in this shingled cottage. Those French doors give quite the warm welcome.

3 bedrooms and 2 1/2 baths
2,512 square feet
See Plan: Port Royal Coastal Cottage

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Camilla, Plan #1523

Camilla, Plan #1523
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Just like a Southern belle, this house plan is elegant and sophisticated—but keeps her family close to her heart.

4 bedrooms and 5 baths
3,999 square feet
See Plan: Camilla

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Kinsley Place, Plan #1131

Kinsley Place Southern Traditions
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Talk about curb appeal. With a combination of lap siding and board-and-batten siding, this design draws inspiration from Victorian architecture.

4 to 5 bedrooms and 4 ½ baths
3,510 square feet
See Plan: Kinsley Place

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Linville, Plan #1958

Linville, Plan #1958
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This plan has character to spare with its steeply pitched roof, generous screened porch, and Folk-Victorian-style board and batten siding.

3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths
3,181 square feet
See Plan: Linville

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Coastal Living Cottage, Plan #1986

Coastal Living Cottage, Plan #1986
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This house is designed to maximize views and access to the outdoors. With all of its natural light, you’ll be filling it with bright coastal patterns and prints in no time.

3 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths
2,916 square feet
See Plan: Coastal Living Cottage

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    1 of 17 Lowcountry Farmhouse, Plan #2000
    2 of 17 Longleaf Cottage, Plan #1961
    3 of 17 Aiken Street, Plan #1807
    4 of 17 Tideland Haven, Plan #1375
    5 of 17 Whiteside Farm, Plan #1979
    6 of 17 Farmdale Cottage, Plan #1870
    7 of 17 Southern Gothic, Plan #1921
    8 of 17 Farmhouse Revival, Plan #1821
    9 of 17 Bay Breeze, Plan #1914
    10 of 17 White Plains, Plan #1799
    11 of 17 Vintage Lowcountry, Plan #1828
    12 of 17 Gilliam, Plan #1936
    13 of 17 Port Royal Coastal Cottage, Plan #1414
    14 of 17 Camilla, Plan #1523
    15 of 17 Kinsley Place, Plan #1131
    16 of 17 Linville, Plan #1958
    17 of 17 Coastal Living Cottage, Plan #1986

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