Home Office (living)
The Home Office might be our most popular cottage design for vacation rentals, campground cabins, home offices, and backyard in-law suites. The open floor plan provides lots of room for customization. The porch is a relaxing outdoor space to enjoy a sunrise or sunset.
The Home Office is a simple, classic outbuilding. This design is one of our most economically friendly designs and has tons of potential. The open floor plan and fantastic front porch make this design a great playhouse, pool house, guest house, workshop, cabana, artist studio, personal retreat, or office. The foam board insulation, shiplap pine sheathing and exposed post and beam framing preserve the rustic allure of the cottage, while affording you a four-season home away from home. Consider the addition of a heat source and use your space throughout the cold winter months. Originally design as the sales office for Jamaica cottage Shop, this design is also the base for the ever-popular Apple Blossom Cottage which is solidly booked night after night through Airbnb.
When you daydream about the small cottage lifestyle, you may imagine woodsy surroundings that bring back memories of a simpler way of life. Cottages are adorable structures that simply emanate warmth and comfort. They make charming guesthouses or backyard retreats. When the primary purpose of your small cottage is a vacation home, the intimate space is ideal for couples looking for peaceful weekend getaways or families seeking quality time and bonding. At Jamaica Cottage Shop, we think that a having a cabin in the backyard can be just as rewarding as having one in the backcountry. Home office or bunk house for guests? Maybe both? Turn your four-seasoned retreat into a combined guest house and workspace for hobbies such as pottery or jewelry making.
The design can be purchased in different stages; frame only kits, complete pre-cut kits, 3- and 4-Season kits, or step-by-step plans nationwide- our outdoor post and beam cottage and tiny house solutions give you the extra room you need for visiting guests, a corner garden office or a quiet country retreat. If you live within our Northeast delivery area, consider purchasing a fully assembled turn-key design delivered to your prepared site.
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12×16 Living Home Office
4-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 192 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 144 sq. ft.
Porch Area: 48 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: 10–12” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 13’8” W x 17’8” D
Estimated Weight: 8,700 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 6x6x16’ Hemlock Skids
2”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Floor Decking
1” rough sawn Hemlock Porch Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 25 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 82”
Wall Vapor Barrier
Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Window Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 4/12
2”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR & WINDOWS:
Door: 1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Windows: 2 (qty) 3’x2’ Insulated Slider Window: White Vinyl Interior/Exterior w/ Screen
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 68 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 2: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
12×20 Living Home Office
4-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 240 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 192 sq. ft.
Porch Area: 48 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: Compacted 12” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 13’8” W x 21’8” D
Estimated Weight: 10,400 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 6x6x20’ Hemlock Skids
2”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Floor Decking
1” rough sawn Hemlock Porch Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 25 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 82”
Wall Vapor Barrier
Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Window Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 4/12
2”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR & WINDOWS:
Door: 1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Windows: 2 (qty) 3’x2’ Insulated Slider Window: White Vinyl Interior/Exterior w/ Screen
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 79 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x48”x144”
Cube 2: 42”x48”x144”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 4: 42”x48”x192”
12×24 Living Home Office
4-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 288 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 240 sq. ft.
Porch Area: 48 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: Compacted 12” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 13’8” W x 25’8” D
Estimated Weight: 11,400 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 6x6x24’ Hemlock Skids
2”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Floor Decking
1” rough sawn Hemlock Porch Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 25 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 82”
Wall Vapor Barrier
Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Window Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 4/12
2”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier
5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR & WINDOWS:
Door: 1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Windows: 2 (qty) 3’x2’ Insulated Slider Window: White Vinyl Interior/Exterior w/ Screen
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimated Assembly Time: Two People: 90 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 2: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 4: 42”x48”x192”
12×26 Living Home Office
4-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 312 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 264 sq. ft.
Porch Area: 48 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: Compacted 12” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 13’8” W x 27’8” D
Estimated Weight: 13,300 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 6x6x26’ Hemlock Skids
2”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Floor Decking
1” rough sawn Hemlock Porch Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier 5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 25 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 82”
Wall Vapor Barrier Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Window Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 4/12
2”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier 5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR & WINDOWS:
Door: 1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Windows: 2 (qty) 3’x2’ Insulated Slider Window: White Vinyl Interior/Exterior w/ Screen
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimate Assembly Time: Two People: 99 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 2: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 4: 42”x48”x192”
12×30 Living Home Office
4-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 360 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 312 sq. ft.
Porch Area: 48 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: Compacted 12” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 13’8” W x 31’8” D
Estimated Weight: 14,400 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 6x6x30’ Hemlock Skids
2”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Floor Decking
1” rough sawn Hemlock Porch Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier 5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 25 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 82”
Wall Vapor Barrier Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Window Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 4/12
2”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier 5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR & WINDOWS:
Door: 1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Windows: 2 (qty) 3’x2’ Insulated Slider Window: White Vinyl Interior/Exterior w/ Screen
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimate Assembly Time: Two People: 110 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 2: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x144”
Cube 4: 42”x48”x192”
12×40 Living Home Office
4-Season Pre-Cut Kit (Pre-Set Options)
Base Area: 480 sq. ft.
Total Interior Area: 432 sq. ft.
Porch Area: 48 sq. ft.
Recommended Foundation: Compacted 12” Crushed Gravel
Overall Dimensions: 10’6” H x 13’8” W x 41’8” D
Estimated Weight: 20,800 lbs
FLOOR SYSTEM
2 (qty) 6x6x40’ Hemlock Skids
2”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Joists 24” On Center
¾” CDX Plywood Floor Decking
1” rough sawn Hemlock Porch Decking
Floor Vapor Barrier 5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Under Deck Sheathing: ⅜” Plywood
Floor Weight Rating: 25 lbs/ sq. ft.
WALLS
Exposed 4”x4” Hemlock Post and Beam Wall Framing
Wall Height: 82”
Wall Vapor Barrier Foil Backed Rigid Foam Insulation (R13)
Shiplap Pine Interior Sheathing
Siding: 1” rough sawn Pine Board & Batten
1” rough sawn Pine Corner, Door & Window Trim & 2” rough sawn Pine Fascia & Shadow Trim
ROOF
Gable Roof Style
Roof Pitch: 4/12
2”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Rafters 24” On Center
1”x6” Kiln Dried Spruce Exposed Collar Ties
1” rough sawn Solid Barn Board Roof Sheathing
Roof Vapor Barrier 5½” Fiberglass Insulation (R21)
Shiplap Pine Interior Ceiling Sheathing
Corrugated 29g Metal Roofing, Color: Evergreen
DOOR & WINDOWS:
Door: 1 (qty) 3-0 nine-lite Insulated Steel Door with Keyless Lever Locking Hardware
Windows: 2 (qty) 3’x2’ Insulated Slider Window: White Vinyl Interior/Exterior w/ Screen
Estimated Assembly Time & Logistic Information
Estimate Assembly Time: Two People: 126 hrs
Estimated Shipping Cube Sizes
Cube 1: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 2: 42”x48”x192”
Cube 3: 42”x48”x144”
Cube 4: 42”x48”x192”
Purchase Standard Configuration
With one Easy Click
For frame only kits, complete uninsulated kits, or fully assembled shells see Home Office Storage
| 3 Season PCK | 4 Season PCK | Plans Only | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12X16 | $9,949.00 | $14,389.00 | $79.90 |
| 12X20 | $12,439.00 | $17,664.00 | -- |
| 12X24 | $14,927.00 | $20,935.00 | -- |
| 12X26 | $16,169.00 | $22,569.00 | -- |
| 12X30 | $18,659.00 | $25,844.00 | -- |
| 12X40 | $24,878.00 | $34,024.00 | -- |
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