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The Beauty of a Garage Plan with An Apartment Above

April 30, 2019 | Meghan Stoneburner

Garage Plan 341-0044 Are you thinking about adding a custom garage plan to your current home? If so, you might consider building a garage plan with an apartment or living space above. Not just an enclosed area … Continue reading →

6 of the Best Apps for Building a Home:

April 25, 2019 | Meghan Stoneburner

The home building process is stressful for everyone. From the price tag to the ever-expanding To-Do list, there is a lot to worry about when building a home. Thankfully, there’s an app for that! Several apps in fact! … Continue reading →

The Benefits of a 2 Bedroom House Plan

April 22, 2019 | Meghan Stoneburner

The right house plan can change everything! The perfect home for you and your family can mean something totally different to you than it would to your neighbor down the street. While they may want a large, lavish home, … Continue reading →

7 Ways to Create a Spa Bathroom

April 19, 2019 | Briana Bronner

Light the candles, plug in some aromatherapy, tell Alexa or Siri to play soft ocean sounds and just relax. No, not at your local spa, but in your very own bathroom. You might think you need to own a luxury-sized … Continue reading →

Living on the Water: Cape Cod and Coastal House Plans

April 12, 2019 | Briana Bronner

Whether you’re building your first, second, or retirement home, putting down roots on or near the shoreline offers a lifestyle that reflects a mindset rather than just simply a home style. The reason for your waterfront build could be for … Continue reading →

Why your new house plan needs a theater room

April 9, 2019 | Meghan Stoneburner

Who wouldn’t want a cozy theater room in their home? These unique rooms are used solely to view movies and TV shows on a big screen projector. There are tons of benefits to building a dedicated theater room but … Continue reading →

10 Details That Make a Home Expensive to Build

March 26, 2019 | Meghan Stoneburner

When building your dream home, some elements make the home more expensive to build than others. Determining which aspects are worth the price for you and which aren’t will help you choose the right house plan for you and your … Continue reading →

What Is A Porte-Cochere?

March 12, 2019 | Meghan Stoneburner

Northwest House Plan 699-00073 Do you have any idea what a porte-cochere is or where you might see one? Originally seen in large homes and public buildings in the late 18th and 19th century, porte-cocheres is a French term meaning … Continue reading →

Do You Need A Basement In Your New House Plan?

March 6, 2019 | Meghan Stoneburner

Basements don’t have to be the scary, dark wastes of space that we know from the movies. If designed and used correctly, basements can create very useful living areas, perfect for entertaining guests, gathering together for family game nights, and … Continue reading →

The Benefits of 1 Bedroom House Plans

January 31, 2019 | Meghan Stoneburner

Sometimes smaller is better! Bigger doesn’t always equal better and if you are one of the millions of Americans searching for the perfect one bedroom house plan, keep reading to learn more about the benefits of a smaller home … Continue reading →