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A large front porch provides ample outdoor living space. With two bedrooms and two baths on the first level the upstairs area is loft like with vaulted ceilings and dormer windows. The living/dining/kitchen areas are adjacent to the front porch allowing for these living spaces to interact. Ideal plan for urban lot home or a vacation cottage at the beach or wilderness. This plan is also featured in our Editor's Blog, EYE ON DESIGN. New Katrina Cottages and Bungalows

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Circa 1928 Idyllic Bungalow in Old Town Bay Saint Louis. Located on a sought after street and block, this house is situated for an easy stroll to restaurants, shops, coffee houses, entertainment, art galleries, and the municipal harbor and sea wall. Flood zone X! Wonderful front porch shaded by a beautiful live oak and framed by lush landscaping. The great room is so spacious and lends itself to easy entertaining with wonderful natural light that spills in through the windows and transoms…

A great design with a very efficient use of space. Home features include a covered front porch and rear porch for those evening sunsets with your family. A large closet off the living room provides space to use as a pantry or extra storage.

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Board and batten siding and a standing seam metal roof give this 1199 square foot 1 bedroom ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) New American appeal. Three sets of French doors open to the open concept interior which gives you a C-shaped kitchen and an open living room. The bedroom is on the left side and has its own bathroom. Laundry is located just outside the bedroom in a private closet. Upstairs, a loft overlooks the open space below. With a full bath with shower, its the perfect sleepover…