Favor ventilated roofs and higher ceilings to buffer heat.
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Plans mentioned in this guide
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Best for
Ideal for individuals or couples seeking minimalist living, a secondary dwelling, or a compact primary residence
Tiny Houses · Modern Houses · Expandable Houses · Affordable Homes · Family Homes · Studio Houses · Roof Terrace Houses · Small Houses
Single-Level Tiny House with Terrace
Ref MYFREEHOUSEPLANS-013/2026
Area
388 sq ft
Beds
1
Baths
1.0
Floors
1
Pack 01
Free
Pack 02
Soon
Pack 03
Soon
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Best for
This plan is well-suited for individuals or couples seeking a low-maintenance residence with essential spaces clearly defined
Tiny Houses · Modern Houses · Small Houses
Compact Single-Bedroom House with Dual Terraces
Ref MYFREEHOUSEPLANS-012/2026
Area
592 sq ft
Beds
1
Baths
1.0
Floors
1
Pack 01
Free
Pack 02
$2
Pack 03
$4
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Best for
This plan is well suited for individuals or couples seeking a modest, easy-to-maintain home
Modern Houses · Studio Houses · Tiny Houses · Roof Terrace Houses · Affordable Homes · Small Houses · Luxury Villas
Compact Single-Bedroom House with Covered Terrace
Ref MFP-011
Area
527 sq ft
Beds
1
Baths
1.0
Floors
1
Pack 01
Free
Pack 02
Soon
Pack 03
Soon
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Best for
Ideal for small to medium families, this plan supports relaxed daily living, social interaction in the main living area, and privacy within the bedroom zone
Small Houses · bunglow · Family Homes · Affordable Homes · Duplex Houses · Luxury Villas · L-Shaped Houses · Rental Investment Houses
Single-Storey Compact Family House with Central Living Core and Covered Front Terrace
Ref MYFREEHOUSEPLANS-010/2026
Area
1690 sq ft
Beds
2
Baths
1.0
Floors
1
Pack 01
Free
Pack 02
$3
Pack 03
$7
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