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The Ulster (1953 vintage Plan from "The Book of Small Houses)

Originally published in "The Book of Small Houses", 1953 (https://archive.org/details/House-of-the-monthBookOfSmallHouses/page/n47/mode/2up?view=theater)
NOTE: Garage was changed to a 4th Bedroom and entrance altered. I reduced the depth of the laundry room and added a door to the side yard.

Otherwise this is a floorplan that has been checked and is ready to build.
Description by Architect below:
INDIVIDUALITY PLUS! The four rooms of this one-story house have a stunning floor plan. It is in the shape of an inverted “U”, with the living and dining area in the rear, the sleeping quarters in the right wing, and the garage, utility room, and kitchen in the left wing. Then in the center of the “U” is an open area—a delightful flagstone patio. The main entry is into the living room, which looks out on this patio through a complete glass wall composed of full-depth windows that slide horizontally.

To utilize the maximum efficiency of solar heating, this house should face north so that the rear receives the southern exposure. In the living room cases and a plywood partition shield the dining space from the front door, forming a semi-foyer equipped with a closet large enough for guests’ clothing.

The bedrooms along the right wing both have cross ventilation. The master bedroom has triple windows on opposite walls, and double closets—large one for “her,” and a standard size closet for “him.” The other bedroom has excellent wall space because of its corner windows, and a regulation closet. The bathroom, with its linen closet just outside the door, is well placed to serve both bedrooms as well as the rest of the house.

The kitchen is also designed on the “U” plan, which is by far the most practical type of layout. Three windowed cabinets at the rear wing bring an excellent view of the rear garden—especially handy for supervising children at play. The adjoining passageway, with sliding door between, houses the laundry and heating equipment. If this house were to be basemented, would be ideal for a panelled hobby room with plenty of natural light and ventilation.

A special feature you will like is the sheltered outside door to the utility room for yard and garbage access without tracking through the main entry. The flat roof shown on The Ulster may be changed to a pitched roof. Consider this house well if you want few rooms on one floor, and an abundance of light and air.