12-2396 GARAGE PLAN – French Country House Plan – 0-Bed, 0-Bath, 0 SF
French Country and Carriage House house plan with stucco exterior • 0 bed • 0 bath • 0 SF. Arched garage bays, classic proportions, detached ADU potential. Includes CAD+PDF + unlimited build license.
Original price was: $856.45.$534.99Current price is: $534.99.
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| Width | 33'-2" |
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| Depth | 25'-6" |
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| Condition | New |
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Sherry Wallace – August 7, 2024
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French Country Carriage House Garage Plan with Classic European Character
A refined detached garage design inspired by timeless French Country architecture, featuring elegant arches, smooth stucco walls, and warm wood carriage doors.
This French Country carriage house garage plan delivers understated European elegance in a compact, highly functional structure. Designed as a detached garage or accessory building, this plan is ideal for homeowners seeking architectural harmony with a main residence while adding valuable covered parking, storage, or future conversion potential. With its balanced proportions, traditional roof form, and authentic material palette, the design feels both classic and enduring.
Whether used as a standalone garage, a future garage apartment (ADU), or a guest-ready auxiliary structure, this plan offers a flexible foundation for a wide range of residential applications.
Architectural Style Overview
The exterior design is rooted in French Country architecture, a style known for its soft masonry finishes, refined symmetry, and Old World European charm. The carriage house influence is evident in the arched garage openings and traditional wood doors, recalling historic coach houses found throughout the French countryside.
- Primary Style: French Country
- Secondary Style: Carriage House / Garage Apartment
Exterior Materials & Design Details
The exterior features a smooth stucco façade, providing a clean yet traditional finish that pairs beautifully with the warm tones of the wood garage doors. Stucco is a hallmark material of French Country and European-inspired homes, valued for its durability, low maintenance, and timeless appearance.
- Smooth stucco exterior walls
- Arched garage door openings
- Wood carriage-style garage doors
- Classic hipped roof with generous overhangs
These elements work together to create a structure that feels intentional and architecturally rich, rather than purely utilitarian.
Garage Layout & Functional Use
This design functions primarily as an unheated garage structure, making it ideal for vehicle storage, workshops, or hobby space. The open garage layout allows flexibility for customization depending on how the space will be used.
- Detached garage structure
- Multiple vehicle accommodation (configuration dependent on final plan set)
- Clear-span interior for storage or workspace flexibility
- Potential for future enclosed storage or stair addition
The structure is well suited for alley-loaded lots, estate properties, or homes where a secondary building enhances overall site design.
Future ADU & Garage Apartment Potential
One of the strongest advantages of this carriage house garage plan is its adaptability. With professional modifications, the structure can be transformed into a garage apartment or ADU, offering space for a guest suite, home office, studio, or rental unit where zoning allows.
Designing garages as livable auxiliary spaces has become increasingly popular in residential architecture, blending practicality with long-term flexibility, a concept frequently explored in modern residential design research such as those discussed on ArchDaily.
Why Choose a French Country Carriage House Design?
- Architectural continuity with European-style homes
- Timeless curb appeal that enhances property value
- Durable stucco exterior for long-term performance
- Ideal foundation for ADU or garage apartment conversion
- Classic design that avoids short-lived trends
Included with This Plan
- CAD + PDF Files: Fully editable CAD drawings and print-ready PDFs
- Unlimited Build License: Build this plan multiple times with no additional fees
- Structural Engineering Included: Engineered for residential code compliance
- Foundation Options: Slab, crawlspace, or custom foundation available
- Lower Modification Costs: Save significantly compared to traditional design firms
Perfect For:
- Estate homes needing a detached garage
- Properties with alley-load or rear-access parking
- Homeowners planning a future ADU conversion
- Guest suites or studio-style garage apartments
- European or French Country residential settings
Bring Timeless European Character to Your Property
This French Country carriage house garage plan delivers elegance, flexibility, and enduring design in a compact footprint. Whether built as-is or customized into a livable garage apartment, it offers a refined solution that elevates both function and curb appeal.
Start your build with confidence using professional blueprints designed for long-term value and architectural integrity.
12-2396 GARAGE PLAN – French Country House Plan – 0-Bed, 0-Bath, 0 SF
- BOTH a PDF and CAD file (sent to the email provided/a copy of the downloadable files will be in your account here)
- PDF – Easily printable at any local print shop
- CAD Files – Delivered in AutoCAD format. Required for structural engineering and very helpful for modifications.
- Structural Engineering – Included with every plan unless not shown in the product images. Very helpful and reduces engineering time dramatically for any state. *All plans must be approved by engineer licensed in state of build*
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