Downstairs master bedroom home plans combine the advantages of one-level living with the style and space of multi-level designs.

"Master down" house designs can be luxurious and decadent, simple and straightforward or filled with functional universal design features like curbless showers and extra room around fixtures. If you're planning to age in place, or if you have a family member with physical challenges, these plans might be just what you're looking for.

For those who enjoy the outdoors, choose a plan with a patio or porch that opens off the master suite. Or, if you prefer a more secluded retreat, select one that features an enclosed garden courtyard.

Learn more about what to look for in a master down plan.