Every week I look forward to getting my Home Ideas e-newsletter from The House Designers. It always has interesting articles about home building tips and trends and products. Their writers must be very trendy since they find some of the most interesting topics to write about and the coolest information about building a new home. […]
Month: January 2010
Homes designed with contemporary flair
Our collection of contemporary or modern house plans come in a wide variety of styles so you can build a truly unique home that represents your personal taste and requirements for a truly functional home. A trademark of many of our designs are large windows, dramatic rooflines, stone exterior and open floor plan. Our editor’s […]
Charming Narrow Lot House Plan
Last spring I purchased a unique piece of land on the lake for a vacation home and I have spent most of my time trying to find the perfect house plan to fit my narrow lot. My builder told me that for the plan to work and for me to have enough outdoor living space […]
Perfect house plan for the family
The European architectural elements of this house plan, such as an eyebrow dormer, batten-style shutters, and corbels, are anchored with variegated stone cladding that recalls an ageless appeal. The interior complements this timeless architecture, ensuring the home will outlast the trends. Arches frame the views from the foyer into the dining room, great room, kitchen, […]
Key Kitchen & Bath Trends for 2010
The results are in from a recent survey of designers conducted by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA) to reveal the key design trends for 2010. The results of the NKBA 2010 Kitchen & Bath Design Trends Survey confirmed the continuation of a number of existing trends in the marketplace, but also uncovered others […]
Burn Green, Burn Smart
Advancements in hearth technology have produced a variety of green options that allow you to burn cleaner and more efficiently than ever before without sacrificing aesthetics. Thanks to ratings and regulations by organizations like EPA, LEED, NAHB and ENERGY STAR® you can confidently purchase fireplaces, stoves and inserts that are more responsible for providing safe […]
Perfect Craftsman House Plan
I have been searching for over a year for the perfect Craftsman house plan. I had a list of things my new house must have, which included a two-story with a large front covered porch, open floor plan and most importantly a gourmet kitchen with center island because I love to cook and entertain family […]