In general, American house plans are rectangular or L-shaped while some may take on other various shapes. The exterior and the floor plan are warm and inviting while remaining practical suiting the needs of a wide variety of homebuyers. Simple rooflines, covered entries and at least one front facing gable are characteristic of traditional home plans. Inside, traditional floor plans offer functionality. For instance, the family room may be combined with the breakfast nook and island kitchen offering a functional space for gathering and daily activities. A half bath and the laundry room just off the garage entry is another example or a practical arrangement. These house plans are versatile an accommodating as they may be composed with simple elements and all the basics or they may boast many of today’s most requested and top-of-the-line features. Generally, traditional home plans may offer convenient elements such as a home office, perfect for the work-at-home parent, a rear covered porch, great for grilling, or a pantry near the garage making it easy to unload groceries. American style designs are available on a variety of foundations. Those designed on a walkout basement are well suited for sloping lots and hillside property and sometimes offer a finished lower level with added living space. Traditional house plans can be found in the Ranch house plans and Two-Story house plans collections.