Traditional Two-story
This design was frequently used for mid-Michigan homes that were built between 1860 and 1920 and
may remind you of a classic farmhouse.

The first floor usually has generous room dimensions and includes the kitchen, dining, and living room spaces. The bedrooms and baths are located on the second level.

   

American Four Square
A classic American two-story design that is basically
a large, no-frills square box of frame construction. It became extremely popular the 1890s to late 1930s and are found in urban areas throughout mid-Michigan.
 
The first floor has a living room, dining room, kitchen and a bedroom. Three bedrooms and a bath are on the second floor. A porch spans the front.

Early American Colonial
The classic two-story Colonial has been popular for many years and closely resembles homes built in New England during the American Colonial period. Although floor plans may vary, the colonial is usually a large home with the first floor having a living room, formal dining room, kitchen, den or family room and possibly a half bath. The bedrooms and full baths are usually on the second floor.

Gable and Ell
A very popular wood frame home built all across the country from the mid-1800s through the 1930s. These homes feature a gable front two-story section with a perpendicular one-story wing forming an "L" shaped building. This style proved to be very versatile offering
a wide variety decorative options.  A porch as shown
in the picture is common to these homes.

1950s - 1980s Colonial Two-Story
Growing families resulting from the baby boom era following World War II created a need for larger homes. Based on the large rectangular shape of the popular Colonial home, these modern versions have provided what most home owners require. The floor plan is open and simple. A foyer with a staircase to second floor bedrooms, a large living room with adjacent dining room, an eat-in kitchen and a family room behind the garage.

Tudor
The original Tudor design is modeled after the English country cottage. Tudor styling features numerous gables and steep rooflines. They are most frequently constructed of a mixture of materials including brick, stone, stucco and wood. Traditional Tudors have ornate chimneys, thick walls and dark interiors. Today, newer Tudor homes have been adapted to more modern open floor plans and use of space while maintaining their early English flavor.

Contemporary Two-Story
Contemporary two-stories often have open floor plans that are highly functional and cathedral ceilings which give the homeowner a feeling of spaciousness. Two or three car attached garages, large kitchens and family rooms mix nicely with traditional elements such as a front porch and gable accents with large windows. Modern two-story designs often include large master bedroom suites, and/or first floor master bedrooms.