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Bring Hiatus Home — Anywhere
Our award-winning designs aren't just for Oregon anymore. Whether you're adding an ADU to your property in Portland, building a backyard cottage in Austin, or creating small home communities across the country, you can now access the same expertly crafted plans that have made Hiatus a leader in intentional, small-space living.
These aren't generic scaled-down floor plans - they're purposefully designed by architects who specialize in making every square foot work beautifully. Our plans give you a strong architectural foundation and the freedom to work with your own builder and local professionals to bring the Hiatus approach to flexible, space-efficient living wherever you call home.
The Hiatus Madrone
800 sf, dual loft
The Hiatus Cascara
600 sf, single loft
The Hiatus Sitka
500 sf, single level
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Why choose a hiatus design?
Created by award-winning architects who specialize in small living. Every square foot is maximized with thoughtful layouts that feel spacious, never cramped.
Designed by Small-Space Experts
Our designs have been successfully permitted, built, and lived in. We've applied these plans across diverse sites nationwide, giving you a foundation that works.
Proven in Real Communities
Whether you're building a rental ADU, backyard cottage, or small home community, our designs work across a variety of sites and use cases. Need changes? We offer customization support.
Adaptable to Your Vision
The people who live in our homes consistently praise the design, quality, and livability. These are homes that have earned real-world satisfaction and glowing reviews.
Homeowner Approved
sections, and schedules. Because site conditions and requirements vary by jurisdiction, certain details must be obtained locally. Plans do NOT include:
- Structural engineering calculations, drawings, stamps
- Mechanical system design (HVAC equipment and ductwork)
- Plumbing pipe sizing and layout drawings
What do plans typically include?
Our plans are drawn to meet generally adopted residential building codes at the time of design. Local codes may vary, and additional modifications may be required for compliance in your jurisdiction.
Will your plans meet my local building codes?
In theory, yes — our plans can be used for owner-builder projects. However, we strongly recommend working with licensed professionals for tasks outside your area of expertise, such as structural work, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical systems. Most jurisdictions also require permits and inspections, which may necessitate involvement from licensed contractors or engineers.
Can I use these plans for a DIY (Do - It - Yourself) Build?
We do not provide full material lists or takeoffs. Instead, each plan set includes finish floor plans along with partially completed finish, fixture, and appliance schedules for you to fill in with your selections. We also include a ceiling plan with lighting layout and switching diagram to help guide coordination with your contractor.
Do you provide a list of materials?
A standard license covers ONE build at ONE site. Multi-build licenses
(up to 4 builds) are available. For larger developments, please contact us at plans@hiatushomes.com as we work with all types of developers on community-scale projects.
What building license do I need?
The plans contain sufficient information to build the home. However, most
municipalities require additional documents such as site plans, structural
engineering, or energy compliance reports before issuing a permit.
Are plans ready to submit to my building department for permitting?
