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House Plan 10376
sq ft
2139beds
3baths
2bays
2width
106'depth
39'
Quick Specs
2139 Total Living Area2139 Main Level
3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Baths
2 Car Garage
106'0 W x 39'0 D
Quick Pricing
PDF File: $1,100.001 Set: $900.00
5 Sets: $1,000.00
5 Sets plus PDF File: $1,200.00
CAD File: $2,000.00
Plan Pricing from $1,100.00
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Additional Notes
The earth on the roof is 12" deep. The trusses are 24" deep. All exterior walls are furred and insulated.Plans are not to be sold in New Jersey or Maryland.
Available Foundation Types:
Available Exterior Wall Types:
Prices subject to approval prior to fulfillment.Specifications
| Total Living Area: | 2139 sq ft |
| Main Living Area: | 2139 sq ft |
| Garage Area: | 616 sq ft |
| Garage Type: | Attached |
| Garage Bays: | 2 |
| Foundation Types: | Slab |
| Exterior Walls: | Concrete |
| House Width: | 106'0 |
| House Depth: | 39'0 |
| Number of Stories: | 1 |
| Bedrooms: | 3 |
| Full Baths: | 2 |
| Primary Roof Pitch: | 0 |
| Roof Framing: | Truss |
Associated Styles:
Plan Description
Retro Earth-Sheltered House Plan 10376 with 2,139 Sq Ft, Passive Solar Design and Greenhouse Solarium
Retro earth-sheltered house plan 10376 represents one of the most innovative architectural movements to emerge from the energy-conscious design revolution of the late 1970s and early 1980s. Offering 2,139 square feet of living space with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a 2-car garage, this remarkable Contemporary Earth-Sheltered design was created around principles of sustainability, energy efficiency, passive solar performance, and seamless integration with the natural landscape.Unlike conventional homes that sit on top of the land, house plan 10376 is designed to become part of the landscape itself. Built directly into a hillside, the rear and side walls are protected by earth berms while the roof is covered with soil and vegetation. This earth-sheltered construction creates exceptional thermal performance by using the surrounding ground as natural insulation. The result is a home that maintains more stable indoor temperatures throughout the year while significantly reducing heating and cooling demands.
One of the home's most striking features is its living roof system. Covered with vegetation and integrated into the surrounding hillside, the roof minimizes visual impact, improves stormwater management, and restores much of the natural landscape disturbed during construction. This pioneering concept remains highly relevant today as homeowners continue seeking environmentally responsible building solutions.
The front façade serves as the home's primary source of daylight and solar gain. Because the rear and side walls are earth-protected, windows and major openings are concentrated on the front elevation where sunlight can be maximized throughout the day. This passive solar approach was a defining characteristic of energy-efficient design during the era.
A standout architectural feature is the integrated greenhouse solarium positioned along the front of the home. Designed to capture solar energy through the greenhouse effect, the solarium helps supplement interior heating while providing a bright space for year-round gardening, plant cultivation, and enjoyment of natural light. This combination of beauty and functionality perfectly reflects the innovative spirit of retro sustainable architecture.
Heavy stucco and concrete construction provide the structural strength required to withstand surrounding earth loads while contributing additional thermal mass that further enhances energy efficiency and indoor comfort. The visible façade presents a clean contemporary appearance while remaining durable and low maintenance.
Thoughtful site planning includes tiered landscaping, retaining walls, and natural pathways that guide visitors toward the home while blending architecture and landscape into a cohesive composition. Rather than dominating its environment, the home works in harmony with the site itself.
Inside, the spacious layout provides comfortable accommodations with three bedrooms and two bathrooms while maintaining strong connections to natural light and outdoor views through the front-facing living spaces. The attached two-car garage adds convenience and practical storage while remaining integrated into the overall design.
Perfect for environmentally conscious homeowners, hillside properties, sustainable living enthusiasts, or those seeking a truly unique residence, house plan 10376 stands as a timeless example of Retro Rewind innovation, passive solar design, and earth-sheltered architecture.
Better Living by Good Design.
What's Included?
Exterior Elevations Scaled drawings of the front, rear, sides of the home. Information pertaining to the exterior finish materials, roof pitches and exterior height dimensions.
Typical Wall Section This section will address insulation, roof components, and interior and exterior wall finishes. Your plans will be designed with either 2x4 or 2x6 exterior walls, but most professional contractors can easily adapt the plans to the wall thickness you require.
Fireplace Details If the home you have chosen includes a fireplace, the fireplace detail will show typical methods to construct the firebox, hearth and flue chase for masonry units, or a wood frame chase for a zero-clearance unit. Available for most plans.
Foundation Plan These plans will accurately dimension the footprint of your home including load bearing points and beam placement if applicable. The foundation style will vary from plan to plan.
Roof Plan The information necessary to construct the roof will be included with your home plans. Some plans will reference roof trusses, while many others contain schematic framing plans. These framing plans will indicate the lumber sizes necessary for the rafters and ridgeboards based on the designated roof loads.
Typical Cross Section A cut-away cross-section through the entire home shows your building contractor the exact correlation of construction components at all levels of the house. It will help to clarify the load bearing points from the roof all the way down to the basement. Available for most plans.
Detailed Floor Plans The floor plans of your home accurately dimension the positioning of all walls, doors, windows, stairs and permanent fixtures. They will show you the relationship and dimensions of rooms, closets and traffic patterns. The schematic of the electrical layout may be included in the plan.
Stair Details If stairs are an element of the design you have chosen, the plans will show the necessary information to build these, either through a stair cross section, or on the floor plans.
Typical Wall Section This section will address insulation, roof components, and interior and exterior wall finishes. Your plans will be designed with either 2x4 or 2x6 exterior walls, but most professional contractors can easily adapt the plans to the wall thickness you require.
Fireplace Details If the home you have chosen includes a fireplace, the fireplace detail will show typical methods to construct the firebox, hearth and flue chase for masonry units, or a wood frame chase for a zero-clearance unit. Available for most plans.
Foundation Plan These plans will accurately dimension the footprint of your home including load bearing points and beam placement if applicable. The foundation style will vary from plan to plan.
Roof Plan The information necessary to construct the roof will be included with your home plans. Some plans will reference roof trusses, while many others contain schematic framing plans. These framing plans will indicate the lumber sizes necessary for the rafters and ridgeboards based on the designated roof loads.
Typical Cross Section A cut-away cross-section through the entire home shows your building contractor the exact correlation of construction components at all levels of the house. It will help to clarify the load bearing points from the roof all the way down to the basement. Available for most plans.
Detailed Floor Plans The floor plans of your home accurately dimension the positioning of all walls, doors, windows, stairs and permanent fixtures. They will show you the relationship and dimensions of rooms, closets and traffic patterns. The schematic of the electrical layout may be included in the plan.
Stair Details If stairs are an element of the design you have chosen, the plans will show the necessary information to build these, either through a stair cross section, or on the floor plans.
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Q & A
Previous Q & A
Q: I assume that the roof is concrete but is it poured in place or is it prefab panels that are craned into place?
A: Actually, the roof system is made of trusses. Please see attached file showing a section through the house. Thanks
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Q: Can the wall seperating the garage stalls be replaced by basement jacks?
A: Your best bet would be get a local engineer involved in figuring that one. We do not have an engineer on staff. It does seems with maybe a steel beam and the proper vertical support, you would be able to accommodate.
Q: Poured concrete walls? What is used for roof support to carry load of earth roof?
A: The exterior walls and walls perpendicular to the rear wall are poured concrete. The other walls are wood framed. The roof is supported with 8x10 beams.
Common Q & A
Q: Can I make modifications to this plan?
A: Yes you can! Please click the "Modifications" tab above to get more information.
Q: What is the estimated price to build this plan?
A: The national average for a house is running right at $125.00 per SF. You can get more detailed information by clicking the Cost-To-Build tab above. Sorry, but we cannot give cost estimates for garage, multifamily or project plans.
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