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
By Patrick Hearn Incorporating smart home technology into your existing decor can be tough, especially if you prefer a more rustic style to a modern look. Most smart home technology is designed with a sleek, high-tech feel, but that doesn’t mean you have to choose convenience over design. Here are a few ways you can
A house plan’s design details can be some of the most important deciding factors people consider when choosing a new home. Need some design ideas to help you choose your new home? Look no further! We’ve created a list of the Top 10 Home Design Ideas for 2018 to help you decide. Design details are
By Steve Willson If you have some DIY experience, routine electrical repairs are well within your reach. Many homeowners can repair flickering lightbulbs, dormant receptacles, and switches that don’t work using the right tools and techniques. You may already have some of the tools needed for home electrical projects, especially if you do a lot
If you’ve spent any time watching HGTV, you’ve likely dreamed of a DIY renovation. Perhaps you’re looking at a house that’s in pretty good shape structurally but needs a cosmetic overhaul. There’s nothing a little elbow grease can’t tackle, right? Piece of cake. If you’re considering taking a DIY approach to a home renovation, then
Design Trends Our best-selling house plans have given us lots of insight into the trends that homebuyers have followed and are continuing to follow into 2018. The most apparent trend is the diverse selection of traditional exterior styles that our customers favor, including Craftsman, Cottage, Country, and Bungalow, and a few consistent interior floor plan features.
This is a guest post, courtesy of Matt Doyle, Vice-President and Co-Founder of Excel Builders. Efficiency and sustainability have become the driving force behind many of today’s popular home building trends. There are many reasons for this: more efficient homes can be cheaper to build, longer lasting, more affordable for homeowners, and better for the
By Hector Seda When you’re building a new home, it’s critical that you plan your project carefully to suit your future energy needs. Take time to investigate and give significant consideration to the best options for you—and start as soon as possible. Once the wires are in the walls and the equipment is installed, it’s
These small, unobtrusive smoke detection sampling points replace traditional smoke detectors for improved look and superior fire protection. Smoke detectors are essential for safety and mandated by the NFPA (National Fire Protection Association), but bulky traditional models mounted on ceilings or walls can interrupt or ruin the overall design and feel of a space, especially
The House Designers commits to donating 2.5% of profits from house plan purchases to Habitat for Humanity to aid in the rebuilding efforts of the 2017 hurricane season In light of the devastation caused by Hurricanes Harvey and Irma, The House Designers is extending our heartfelt thoughts and prayers to those affected. Not only were