What is a side load garage?

A side entry garage, while not visible from the front of the house, is still very much a primary feature of the ground floor. Rather than being accessed by a front driveway, however, it is accented by a driveway to the side of the house where cars enter from a lateral position rather than from straight ahead.

What is a courtyard entry garage?

Courtyard entry garage home plans create instant curb-appeal, whether they are angled or straight. Common in Craftsman design house plans, courtyard designs add visual interest with a separate roof line and architectural details. Courtyard entry garages are often adorned with decorative trim work, dormers, or gables.

How steep is too steep to build?

Less than 10% incline is considered slight and is the easiest to build on, while 11-20% is considered moderate. Anything above 20% is deemed steep. Beyond about 15%, costs begin to increase significantly as the risks become greater and the work becomes more difficult.

Why smaller homes are better?

Smaller homes are often more energy efficient because they have less space to heat and cool, which means they have a lower ecological footprint. Less Cleaning and Maintenance Required. Fewer rooms means less time spent on cleaning and home maintenance.

Is a 1200 square foot house small?

At 1,200 square feet, it is considerably smaller than the average family home in North America, which measures 2,800 square feet in the U.S. and 2,000 in Canada.

Are side entry garages more expensive?

Because the side-entry garage needs a longer driveway and more sidewalks, it is more expensive than a front-loading one.

Why are garages in front of house?

The root of this design choice isn’t aesthetic though but rather practical – garages located in the front of home take up much less lot space. Most homes don’t allow for cars to be pulled along the side or in the backyard – making the default choice to put a garage in the front yard.