Plan 12-2439

The Studio Flex: 12 x 20 Backyard Studio and Office ADU

The Studio Flex is a 12 x 20 ft backyard studio and office ADU plan with a studio room, a kitchenette and a full bath in 240 sq ft, under a modern shed roof.

Plan 12-2439 front elevation drawing: The Studio Flex: 12 x 20 Backyard Studio and Office ADU
  • 240 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bath
  • 1 level
  • 20' x 12'

Plan 12-2439 floor plan

20' x 12' footprint. Room sizes are nominal. The purchased plan set has full wall, window and door dimensions.

Plan 12-2439 floor plan: studio, kitchenette, bath
RoomSizeArea
Studio13'-0" x 12'-0"156 sq ft
Kitchenette7'-0" x 5'-0"35 sq ft
Bath7'-0" x 7'-0"49 sq ft

Floor plan highlights

  • The studio room takes two-thirds of the floor, with glass doors to the yard.
  • A kitchenette and bath share the back corner.
  • The shed roof slopes away from the main house and raises the ceiling on the yard side.
  • It works as an office now and a rental or guest suite later.

Key features

  • Backyard office, guest studio or short-term rental
  • Shed roof with high clerestory windows
  • Kitchenette and full bath
  • Studio room fits a queen bed or desk and sofa
  • Small enough to permit quickly in many cities

Plan specifications

Plan numberPlan 12-2439
Total living area240 sq ft
Bedrooms1
Bathrooms1
LevelsSingle level
Footprint20' x 12'
Overall height12'
Ceiling height8' to 10' (shed roof)
RoofShed (mono-pitch), metal roofing
Exterior walls2x6 wood framing, vertical siding
FoundationSlab or piers
Files includedPDF, CAD and image files

What will Plan 12-2439 cost to build?

Using typical 2026 costs of $150–$330 per sq ft for an owner-built home and $250–$500 per sq ft with a builder, a 240 sq ft house like Plan 12-2439 generally falls between $36,000 and $79,200 owner-built, or $60,000 to $120,000 with a general contractor, before land, utilities and site work. Your region, finishes and foundation move the number most.

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Where this plan works

This plan is designed for a permanent foundation (slab or piers), so it is reviewed like any other small house. Where local rules allow units of this size, it can also serve as an ADU or backyard cottage. Check tiny house zoning rules and minimum dwelling sizes in your county before you build.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What files come with Plan 12-2439?

The plan set includes the drawings as PDF, CAD and image files: a dimensioned floor plan, exterior elevations and roof and wall framing specifications.

Can Plan 12-2439 be modified?

Yes. Tiny Homes Blueprint can flip the layout, adjust room sizes, add or remove a loft, or change the foundation. Request a modification quote.

Can I build Plan 12-2439 on a trailer?

No. At 12' deep it is wider than the 8.5 ft road limit and is designed for a permanent foundation. For road-legal designs, see our tiny house on wheels plans.

How do I order?

Use the order button on this page or call 210-903-9471. We confirm your plan and file needs, send a secure payment link and deliver the files by email.

Questions about Plan 12-2439?

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