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You have to have the right clearance for the roosts. If they are too close to the wall, the birds tails can rub on the wall and other "stuff" can splatter on the walls. If the roosts are too close together and one is lower than the other, the birds on top can splatter that "stuff" on the birds...

8x8 is a much more efficient use of lumber and materials. Sheathing and plywood come in 4x8 sheets. You can use 24" OC construction too. Look up Advanced framing technique on how to make the corners and eliminate the double top plate. Hinge windows on the top so they can be left open during...

They Need More Space!

That is a VERY GOOD thing!

I disagree. :D They need more space. Especially considering the OP would like to eventually grow the flock. It can also be very difficult to get enough roosting space is such a small coop with enough room for the birds to maneuver on and off the roosts. During the winter, the birds tend to spend...

So you want a 36 sq foot coop for 13 birds maybe more. And the run looks even smaller than the coop. Unless you are planning on bantams, everything is too small. You need to shoot for 4 sq ft per bird in the coop and 10 sq ft per bird in the run. More room, especially in the covered run, is FAR...