Description

This unique home has a decidedly Japanese look and feel to it, including a zen garden featuring a round opening at its entry porch, and an ofuru tub in the master bedroom suite. These details balance well with the overall look and feel of this beautiful passive solar home.

The French Lane Straw Bale is 1905 sf with 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms plus and office and a bonus loft space over a tea room adjacent to the living room. The combination of plaster and wood give this home a comfortable and unique feel.

The design was for a site that slopes toward the southwest and features a garage / studio space below; however, the home could be built on a flattish site if the garage and studio spaces were removed.

Specifications

Square Footage		Home Elements
Total Living Area	1905 SF	Levels:	2+
Main Level:	1019 SF	Foundation:	Perimeter Wall with Raised Floor Frame
UpperLevel	496 SF	Alternate Foundations:	Crawlspace, Pier, Basement, Slab
Lower Level:	390 SF	Lot Type:	Sloping
Porch:	241 SF	Alternate Lot Types:	Gentle Slope

Room Details
Master Suite:	Second Level
Bedrooms:	2
Bathrooms:	1.5

Details and Features

Japanese Soaking Tub	Wood and Plaster Exterior	Passive Solar Design	Garage and Studio Below
Simple Construction	Super Efficient	Ample Storage
Open Living Space	Lots of Windows

Floor Plan

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Included in Construction Drawing Set

Site Plan	Floor Plans	Roof Plan	Elevations
Building Sections	Interior Elevations	Numerous Details	Window and Door Schedule
Foundation Plan	Electrical Plan	Roof Framing Plans