New Two-Story Homes
New two-story homes from JS Homes are built for the way families live in Delaware, with main-level spaces designed for everyday routines and entertaining, plus bedrooms set apart upstairs for privacy. Across the collection, you’ll find both open kitchen and family room layouts and more traditional plans with defined formal rooms, so you can choose what fits your lifestyle. Select models also offer a first-floor bedroom or owner’s suite option for added flexibility.
Shop Two-Story Homes by Layout Style
With over 15 two-story floor plans to choose from, it’s easy to compare available options by size, features and feel. Start with the main-level flow you prefer, then narrow by bedroom placement, garage needs and plan options like sunrooms, morning rooms or expanded living space. Use these quick categories to narrow your search and compare plans faster.
Traditional Two-Story
Defined formal rooms and classic flow, with spaces that feel purpose driven, like The Somerset and The Hancock.
Statement Entry and Entertainer Layouts
Plans that emphasize a strong arrival with two-story foyers, dramatic ceiling heights and room to host, like The Plaza and The Philadelphian Grand.
Open And Connected Living
Kitchen and family room designed to live together, with easy sightlines and open concept gathering space, like The Berkshire.
Flex Space Friendly Options
Dedicated studies, lofts, and bonus spaces that make day-to-day life more flexible.
First-Floor Owner’s Suite Options
Select plans offer a main-level owner’s suite or bedroom option for added comfort and long-term flexibility, including The Lexington and The Legend.
Two Story Homes
Choosing the right floor plan is one of the most important steps in building your new home. Browse the two-story house plans below to compare layouts, features, and available options. If you’re searching for new construction two-story homes, these plans are a great starting point for comparing layouts and features before choosing the Delaware community that fits your family’s lives and preferred floor plan.
4,569 sf / 4 br / 3.5 ba / 3 car garage
available at Highlands At Back Creek
4,400 sf / 4 br / 3.5 ba / 3 car garage
available at Highlands At Back Creek
4,400 sf / 4 br / 3.5 ba / 3 car garage
available at Mount Friendship & Hidden Brook
4,200 sf / 4 br / 3.5 ba / 3 car garage
available at Mount Friendship & Hidden Brook
4,180 sf / 4 br / 2.5 ba / 2 car garage
available at Highlands At Back Creek
3,700 sf / 4 br / 2.5 ba / 2 car garage
available at Highlands At Back Creek
3,700 sf / 4 br / 2.5 ba / 2 car garage
available at Mount Friendship, & Hidden Brook,
3,503 sf / 4 br / 2.5 ba / 2 car garage
available at Highlands At Back Creek
3,500 sf / 4 br / 2.5 ba / 2 car garage
available at Mount Friendship, & Hidden Brook
3,260 sf / 4 br / 2.5 ba / 2 car garage
available at Highlands At Back Creek
3,116 sf / 4 br / 2.5 ba / 2 car garage
available at Highlands At Back Creek
3,000 sf / 4 br / 2.5 ba / 2 car garage
available at Mount Friendship, Hidden Brook & Garrison Lake Green
3,000 sf / 4 br / 2.5 ba / 2 car garage
available at Mount Friendship, Hidden Brook, & Garrison Lake Green
2,700 sf / 4 br / 2.5 ba / 2 car garage
available at Hidden Brook, & Garrison Lake Green
2,400 sf / 4 br / 2.5 ba / 2 car garage
available at Mount Friendship, Hidden Brook, & Garrison Lake Green
2,200 sf / 4 br / 2.5 ba / 2 car garage
available at Hidden Brook, & Garrison Lake Green
What Makes JS Homes’ Two-Story Homes Different
Many builders offer a small set of two-story homes with only minor variations. JS Homes takes a broader approach, with over 15 distinct plans and options that help you choose the layout and features that matter most.
Instead of narrowing your two-story options by bedroom count alone, you can focus on layout options that match how you actually live, from the first-floor flow to the kind of gathering spaces you want to use most.
That flexibility matters because the “right” two-story plan depends on how you want to live in it. Some buyers want a more traditional home with defined rooms and a formal feel. Others want open, connected living with the kitchen at the center. Some want a statement entry and a plan that’s built for hosting. The best plan is the one that fits your life today and still works as needs change and routines evolve.
Quick Highlights Buyers Compare
Two-story homes can look similar at a glance, so it helps to get clear on what matters most, and which layout features are true must-haves for your day-to-day.
First-floor flow and how spaces connect for daily living
Flex spaces for offices, hobbies, guests and changing routines
Mudroom and laundry placement that supports smoother day-to-day
Plan variety, from classic layouts to open, connected living
First-floor bedroom or owner’s suite options in select plans
Stunning features like two-story foyers, family rooms and statement staircases
Design Choices That Matter in Two-Story Homes
Two layouts can have the same square footage and bedroom count but feel completely different depending on how the kitchen connects to the family room, where the flex space sits, and how the stairs shape traffic flow. These are the design choices that influence daily life, and they tend to matter more the longer you live in the home.
Flex Space for Work, Guests and Everyday Life
Flex space is only valuable when it is placed well and sized for real use. Buyers often look for a first-floor study for remote work, homework or a quiet space that does not compete with the main living area. Others prefer a loft upstairs that can serve as a second living space, teen hangout or media area. When you compare two-story house plans, think about the flex spaces you’ll use often now and which options are available in the plans that fit your needs.
What to check in the plan:
Is the study near the front entry or deeper in the home?
Would you rather have a loft space upstairs or a flex room on the first floor?
Open Layout or Traditional Rooms
Not every plan should be fully open, and buyers do not all want the same thing. If you like spaces that feel connected, prioritize plans where the kitchen and family room sit at the center of the first floor and flow naturally into dining space. If you prefer more structure, look for plans that include defined living and dining rooms up front, then open into the kitchen and family room behind them. Both approaches can work well. The right one depends on how you host, how you live day-to-day, and whether you want rooms that can be closed off.
What to check in the plan:
Is the kitchen central or tucked away?
Do you want a separate dining room or a more casual eat-in space?
Will you miss having defined rooms or prefer a more open concept?
First-Floor Bedroom Options and Long-Term Flexibility
If you like two story living but want main-level flexibility, prioritize plans with a first-floor bedroom option early in your search. A first-floor bedroom can serve as an owner’s suite, a guest space or added peace of mind for long-term comfort. If you host often or plan for multigenerational living, it can quickly become a must-have.
What to check in the plan:
Is the first-floor bedroom near a full bath?
Does it function as a true suite, or a flexible guest room?
How many bedrooms remain upstairs for your needs?
Traffic Flow, Stairs and Everyday Function
Stair placement can change the way the first floor feels, especially when you have guests. Some plans create a direct path from the entry to the kitchen and family room. Others offer a more formal progression from the foyer to the main living spaces. In select plans, a secondary or rear-placed staircase can also change day-to-day flow when the home is busy, especially if bedrooms, laundry or bonus spaces are upstairs.
What to check in the plan:
Where do guests naturally go from the front door?
Does the staircase feel central, or does it divide the main level?
Is the laundry where you want it for your routine?
How to Choose Between Your Top Plans
If you’re comparing new two story homes and feeling overwhelmed by options, keep it simple. Pick two to three plans that match your preferred layout style first. Then decide on the must-have features that will affect daily life most, such as a dedicated study, formal rooms, a loft or a first-floor bedroom option. Finally, confirm garage needs, bedroom placement and the plan options that matter to your household.
Once you’ve identified two to three plans that feel right, we can help you take the next step, finding the communities where those layouts are available. Plan availability can vary by neighborhood, and homesite details can influence what works best. We’ll help you match your plan preferences with the right community and homesite so the layout you love fits the way you want to live and where you want to live.
Next Steps
Exploring floor plans online is a great place to start, but seeing a home in person often helps everything click. JS Homes offers model homes you can tour, giving you a chance to experience layouts, room sizes, and flow for yourself.
Our team can help you compare plans, confirm which options are offered, and narrow in on what fits your day-to-day life. Once you know which plans you prefer, we’ll help you find the new home communities in Delaware where they can be built and which homesites are available.
Ready to take the next step? Our pathway to homeownership gives you clear guidance through each stage, from choosing a plan to final selections. Connect with our team to schedule a model home tour.
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We will be forever grateful to the JS Homes Team for providing our family a top notch quality experience every step of the way. They always kept us informed and were available to answer any question we had along the way. JS Homes has beautiful floor plans with the option to customize based on your family needs. For a decision this large, just know you’ll be in good hands with JS Homes.
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