The Modern home with an Open Plan is a 2-story home, with four bedrooms, 2-1/2 baths and a two-car garage. The design of the home has contemporary styling.

The house is positioned on the site to maximize solar-exposure. Many of the larger windows face south; sunlight is utilized to light and heat the house. Deep roof overhangs shade the home from the summer sun. The building is extra-ordinarily well built, with excellent insulation and air-sealing, resulting in low demand for heating and cooling. The house is partially heated with a masonry heater.

The main level is mostly an open plan, with a great room that comprises of living, dining, and kitchen areas. Te house has an Away Room and a home office. Bedrooms are located on the upper level. The detached garage keeps pollutants from the cars from getting into the house.