This unique plan has the appearance of a rancher but actually splits front to back, making it suitable for a sloping, city-sized lot. The designers mad excellent use of available space in this plan. The end result is a very spacious, comfortable family home with a contemporary exterior that successfully combines stately brick and trim either cedar shake roof.

A sky lit foyer has a vaulted ceiling, which is continued into the living room where clerestory windows make the most of available light and create another vault. The family room, breakfast nook, kitchen and dining room all face the rear of the property, taking advantage of the view. The living room overlooks the dining room, creating a very spacious, elegant area.

An efficient kitchen is open to the bayed breakfast nook and the large family room, creating a natural gathering place for family and friends. The convenient double pantry is a must for any large family. In the family room, sliding glass doors open to a family sized patio and a fireplace provides a cozy focal point.

The sewing room, which could be used as an office, den, computer centre or guest room, is across from the utility closet and the stairs to the double garage. Upstairs, the skylight floods the hall and the attractive planter with natural light. Bedrooms two and three are each a good size and share a full bath.

The large master suite features two full closets and a luxurious ensuite with a bayed soaker tub and shower.