Early American House Plans: Similar to farmhouse plans, but without a porch, Early American house plans feature lap siding and shuttered windows. These house plans, which fall under the umbrella of Colonial house plans, also boast a boxed shape and a symmetrical design, which lend a formal, grand elegance to their simple lines. The floor plans of Early American-style homes are predictable, and generally involve a central stairway, surrounded by four “quadrants” of living space.
