The Bandon/Harris: Six Rooms of Timeless Charm

Welcome to The Bandon/Harris, a brand new bungalow from DCS Designers that pays direct homage to the beloved and highly practical Sears “The Bandon” kit home. This contemporary design recaptures the original’s efficient, six-room floor plan and classic Craftsman appeal, optimized entirely for modern living and construction.

Key Features and Design

The Bandon/Harris delivers a complete and comfortable living experience, echoing the original model’s “neat, practical, and modern” philosophy.

• Classic Bungalow Style: A graceful, well-proportioned home featuring the characteristic low-slung roofline and detailed window groupings that made the original so popular.
• The Sheltered Front Porch: The main entry is defined by a big, sheltered front porch, providing an immediate sense of welcome and connecting to an optional Dining Porch or Sun Room for versatile indoor-outdoor living.
• Intelligent Six-Room Layout: The main floor features a highly practical, six-room floor plan with two spacious bedrooms. The open flow between the living and dining areas creates bright, adaptable space perfect for daily life.
• Utility & Storage: Designed for ultimate convenience, the centrally located kitchen and bath are positioned for maximum plumbing efficiency. The layout includes smart storage, such as a large china closet space and generous bedroom closets.
• Full Foundation: Includes a new construction foundation with a 7-foot ceiling basement and standard utilities, offering excellent storage capacity or potential for future finished space.

Design Principles: DCS Signature Excellence

The design philosophy behind The Bandon/Harris is focused on combining classic accessibility with superior modern build quality from DCS Designers:

• Honoring Practicality: This model resurrects the original kit home’s focus on a neat, functional, and accessible layout, proving that great design doesn’t need excessive square footage.
• Precision and Quality: Utilizing modern general prefab build models, The Bandon/Harris is precision-built with superior materials for greater energy efficiency and reduced construction time.
• Affordable Legacy: DCS Designers ensures that this model remains a high-quality, attractive option, embracing the spirit of providing well-designed homes that are both attainable and enduring for a new generation.

Perfect for California Living

The Bandon/Harris bungalow is specifically designed for California’s unique needs:

• Fire-Resistant Materials: Meeting California wildfire building standards
• Seismic Compliance: Engineered for earthquake safety
• Energy Efficiency: Modern insulation and ventilation for year-round comfort
• Quick Assembly: Reducing construction time and labor costs
• Affordable Pricing: Making California homeownership accessible again