PM-0217N | Scandinavian barndominium-style cottage plan with mezzanine

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Building type: Cottage / Single-family home
 

 
Architectural style: Barndominium / Scandinavian
 

 
Floor area: 2,366 sq. ft.
 

 
Number of stories: 2
 

 
Foundation type: Poured concrete
 

 
Garage: No garage
 

 
Number of bedrooms/offices: 5
 

 
Bathrooms: 3
 

 
Building width: 26'
 

 
Building depth: 36'
 

 
Basement: Finished basement
 

 
Walk-out level: Yes
 

 
Mezzanine: Yes
 

 
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Scandinavian barndominium-style cottage plan with mezzanine
 

 
This Scandinavian barndominium-style cottage plan with a mezzanine offers a distinctive 2,366-square-foot home where simple forms meet a highly comprehensive interior layout. Spanning two levels—plus a finished walk-out lower level and a mezzanine—this model efficiently utilizes its 26-foot width and 36-foot depth to provide five bedrooms (or sleeping areas) and three bathrooms.
 

 
Its architecture features a clean, rectangular volume topped by a steeply pitched gable roof. Vertical siding, dark-framed windows, and a large glass façade directly reflect Scandinavian influences, while the simple, elongated shape evokes the barndominium aesthetic.
 

 
Architecture designed to make the most of the site
 

 
A key feature of this model is its walk-out lower level. The poured concrete foundation allows for a fully finished lower floor that takes advantage of a sloping lot.
 

 
This level houses several sleeping areas—including bedrooms and a bunk room—as well as a full bathroom and a spacious living area. The living area offers direct outdoor access from beneath the main-level deck, creating a truly livable lower floor rather than just a secondary space.
 

 
The upper balcony serves as a natural extension of the living areas and benefits from the extensive glazing on the rear façade.
 

 
An open and functional main floor
 

 
The main level of this Scandinavian barndominium-style cottage is primarily dedicated to common areas. The kitchen features a large central island with ample seating. It connects directly to a spacious dining area and the living room, creating an open-concept living space ideal for gatherings.
 

 
Abundant windows maximize natural light. The living room also benefits from the vertical volume created by the opening to the mezzanine, enhancing the sense of spaciousness.
 

 
The ground floor also includes a full bathroom, a separate laundry room, a mechanical room, and a large walk-in closet near the entrance. This layout efficiently groups technical and utility functions while maintaining the open feel of the main living areas.
 

 
A mezzanine with two additional bedrooms
 

 
Upstairs, the mezzanine occupies part of the building's footprint and remains open to the ground floor. This design preserves generous ceiling height over the common areas while adding a dedicated private zone.
 

 
Two bedrooms are located on this level, served by a full bathroom. The central walkway overlooks the open space below, reinforcing the model's architectural character and the visual connection between floors.
 

 
This configuration distributes sleeping areas across multiple levels—an appealing feature for large families or for a cottage designed to accommodate multiple guests.
 

 
A distinctive 2,366 sq. ft. cottage
 

 
With 2,366 square feet of space, five bedrooms or sleeping areas, three bathrooms, a finished walk-out basement, and a mezzanine, this model offers significant accommodation capacity within a relatively compact footprint.
 

 
On the exterior, the combination of vertical siding, a dark metal roof, wood accents, and large windows creates a contemporary composition inspired by Nordic architecture. The façade facing the terrace serves as the building's focal point, thanks to its multi-level glazing.
 

 
This Scandinavian-style "barndominium" chalet plan—featuring a mezzanine—offers a compelling solution for those seeking distinctive architecture, spacious common areas, and an interior layout well-suited to both family life and group getaways.
 

 
Are you interested in building this model or adapting it to your specific site and needs? Plan Maison Québec can assist you with customizing the plan and preparing your residential project.