Small house plans can perfectly fit the lifestyles of both young families and retirees. Small homes are often very open, making them feel larger than they are. Modest house plans will also frequently feature a large porch or patio incorporated into the design. This extends the living area outdoors, without adding square footage to the home. Finally, these small home plans typically have the same modern amenities homeowners want in a newly built home, like walk-in master closets and two or more bathrooms, but on a smaller scale.