Sandy Hook Lane (House Plan 9629) has made the cut for house plan of the week! Deservingly so, this charmingly traditional one-story abode is merely 1,892 square feet and has amenities typically found in larger homes. It offers 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths and a powder room, and a rear 2-car garage. A front porch
The House Designers is excited to present our latest America’s Choice House Plan: Southgate Mediterranean Style House Plan 4308. This 2,766 square foot abode draws inspiration from one of our best-selling Mediterranean plans, the Westover House Plan 4093. The exterior maintains a modern, clean aesthetic; accented with half-round louvers, columns, keystone detailing, beautiful gables, and
By Robert Kociecki General contractors (GCs) oversee new home builds and manage large remodeling and renovation projects. They handle everything from initial planning down to the last coat of paint. It’s an important job, and a well-paid one: GCs usually charge about 15 to 20 percent of the project’s overall budget. Taking on the GC’s
By Abigail Sawyer When it’s time to add all the finishing touches to a room I’m working on, I’m so excited to decorate the completed space that it’s like putting candles on a birthday cake. I find it so easy to imagine enjoying the finished space that I’m anxious to get it all done. That’s
by Terri Connett, Contributing Writer for The House Designers “Dream Big, Build Small” The trend toward smaller, more efficient housing began before the financial crisis of 2008, but the lessons from that rocky period certainly reinforced the movement. Whether you’re empty nesters, on your own for the first time or newly retired, many of today’s
Are you an aspiring first-time homeowner looking to create your dream home? It may seem impossible to know where to begin, with numerous sources telling you to do this and that. But it doesn’t have to be that difficult at all, actually. The House Designers has simplified the process to search for house plans with
By Jon Snyder The day you’ve anticipated has finally arrived. You’re so excited you’ve practically carved impressions in the grip of your hand with your new keys. After months of planning and building, you’re finally ready to move into your custom dream home. Perhaps you’ve settled in but feel that your home lacks a certain
By Jon Snyder The right household lighting can not only improve your home, it can also make your life easier. After all, what else can create the perfect mood for your dinner party while simultaneously defending your kids from the dreaded monster under the bed? But in the last decade or so, household lights have
Curb appeal is a powerful tool that sellers use to charm homebuyers. On the surface, carefully pruned shrubs and freshly painted walls tell the story of an idyllic, well-cared for property. Still, you should never judge a book by its cover—or a home by its exterior. One way to see past initial curb appeal
Interested in finding a farmhouse-style house plan? We’ve compiled all of our brand new farmhouse plans for 2018 with their pictures/renderings, design features, and floor plan layouts. The first few months of 2018 have seen a ton of gorgeous new farmhouse plans added to our collection. These plans typically share characteristics like clean rooflines, covered