{"id":10314,"date":"2018-02-08T17:29:14","date_gmt":"2018-02-08T22:29:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/?p=10314"},"modified":"2018-02-14T09:43:33","modified_gmt":"2018-02-14T14:43:33","slug":"10-best-selling-house-plans-2018","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/10-best-selling-house-plans-2018\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Best-Selling House Plans for 2018"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">D<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">esign\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">T<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">rends<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>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 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/craftsman-house-plans.asp\">Craftsman<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/cottage-house-plans\/\">Cottage<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/country-house-plans\/\">Country<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/bungalow-house-plans\/\">Bungalow<\/a>, and a few consistent interior floor plan features. Single-story homes that have an angled garage, a bonus room, split bedrooms, and an open-concept floor plan continue to be at the top of everyone\u2019s wish list. Having the kitchen open to the living room is advantageous for those looking to entertain often and for those with expanding families. This leads us into a very important question that everyone has to think about before finding their dream home \u2013 What factors should you consider when buying a house plan?<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">F<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">actors\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">T<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">o\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">C<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">onsider<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0B<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">efore<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0B<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">uying<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0A H<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">ouse<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0P<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">lan<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Before purchasing a house plan, there are multiple factors that you should take into consideration. The most important include your living needs and family lifestyle, interior and exterior privacy needs, floor plan layout, and the natural landscape of your lot. Are you going to be expanding your family? Are you going to need guest rooms for frequent visitors? How close are your neighbors to your lot? With so many factors to consider, we recommend reading this article on Choosing the Right Home Design for a list of questions to ask yourself before you start your house plan search. It will definitely help you get organized.<\/p>\n<h4><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">T<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">he<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0T<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">op<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0T<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">en<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0B<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">est<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">-S<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">elling<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0H<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">ouse<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0P<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">lans<\/span><\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>For some inspiration and ideas, here is a countdown of our top 10 best-selling house plans:<\/p>\n<h6><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/tres-le-fleur-4445\/\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">10. <\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">House Plan 4445 <\/span><\/strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">Tres Le Fleur: Open-Concept, Family-Friendly Floor Plan for Wide Lots\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/h6>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10320 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Front-Exterior-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This gorgeous Craftsman-style house plan features 2,498 heated square feet, 3 bedrooms, 3.1 bathrooms, and a fabulous open floor plan. There is a lot to highlight in this design \u2013 the kitchen overlooking the front of the property, the great room and 3 bedrooms overlooking the back, the split-bedroom style with a private master suite to one side and the other two bedrooms on the other, and the bonus bedroom and in-law suite on the second story, if you need more square footage.<\/p>\n<h6><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/vita-encantata-1897\/\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">9.\u00a0House Plan 1897 <\/span><\/strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0Vita Encantata: Cozy and Spacious Split-Bedroom Floor Plan\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/h6>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10321 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/1-1848-ml-300x163.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"163\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/1-1848-ml-300x163.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/1-1848-ml.jpg 754w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The Vita Encantata combines both Craftsman and cottage exterior styles to produce wonderful curb appeal. There are 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,848 heated square feet. This plan encompasses multiple trending features including an open-concept layout, a split-bedroom floor plan, a bonus room, and an angled garage. The design is unique thanks to the locations of its two fireplaces; one is in between the dining room and great room and the other is outside on the covered lanai, making all of these spaces cozy and relaxing.<\/p>\n<h6><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/pleasant-cove-4838\/\"><strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">8. House Plan 4838 <\/span><\/strong><span style=\"color: #000000;\">&#8211;<\/span><span style=\"color: #000000;\">\u00a0Pleasant Cove: A Bright Interior with Fabulous Curb Appeal\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/h6>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10323 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Resized-Main-Image-300x163.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"163\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Resized-Main-Image-300x163.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Resized-Main-Image.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Pleasant Cove catches everyone\u2019s eye with its stunning exterior stone features and multiple large windows along the front of the house. This home covers 2,267 heated square feet and has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and a bonus room. Beyond the curb appeal, this beautiful cottage-style house plan has various features that make it popular: the vaulted family room with cozy fireplace, the split-bedroom design with each bedroom having its own bathroom, and the huge walk-in pantry, among others.<\/p>\n<h6><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/whitworth-9215\/\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>7. <\/strong><strong>House Plan 9215 <\/strong>&#8211;\u00a0Whitworth: Spacious Open Floor Plan with Large Kitchen &amp; Island<\/span><\/a><\/h6>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10324 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/frontphotodefault-300x163.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"163\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/frontphotodefault-300x163.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/frontphotodefault-768x418.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/frontphotodefault.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This fabulous Craftsman-style lake house plan has multiple features, inside and out, that make it a top seller. The open-concept, split-bedroom floor plan covers 2,910 heated square feet. Walking through the foyer, the large vaulted great room opens up into the kitchen and dining room, featuring a beautiful island and walk-in pantry. On one side, there\u2019s a private master bedroom with a large laundry room across the hall, and on the other, you\u2019ll find a second bedroom with a bathroom, a flex room, and a half bath.<\/p>\n<h6><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/la-meilleure-vie-2297\/\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>6. <\/strong><strong>House Plan 2297 <\/strong>&#8211;\u00a0La Meilleure Vie: Open-Concept Floor Plan with Exercise Room\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/h6>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10325 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/2847r2-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/2847r2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/2847r2.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>La Meilleure Vie covers 2,847 heated square feet with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, and it has an optional second-story bonus. The floor plan follows popular trends as it has an open concept and split bedrooms. The master suite has a lovely, sizable bath and walk-in closet, and also features an exercise room. The additional bedrooms share a bathroom and a small flex space. The foyer opens up into the family room with a cozy fireplace, the dining room \u2013 which is separated only by pillars \u2013 and the kitchen and breakfast nook for a very spacious vibe.<\/p>\n<h6><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/lattesa-di-vita-1895\/\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>5. <\/strong><strong>House Plan 1895<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; L\u2019Attesa di Vita: Elegant, Open Floor Plan with Optional Bonus Room &amp; Basement<\/span><\/a><\/h6>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10326 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/2091-r1-RESIZED-300x163.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"163\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/2091-r1-RESIZED-300x163.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/2091-r1-RESIZED.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>L\u2019Attesa di Vita is the sister plan to Vita Encantata (#9 on our list) with the same basic floor plan layout, but an overall larger square footage because it includes a study instead of a garage workshop. This house plan covers 2,091 heated square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. As mentioned above, this plan showcases multiple trending interior and exterior features.<\/p>\n<h6><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/hollis-2432\/\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>4. <\/strong><strong>House Plan 2432<\/strong> &#8211;\u00a0Hollis: Cozy, Unique Floor Plan Suited for a Small Lot<\/span><\/a><\/h6>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10327 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/1146rd-300x166.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"166\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/1146rd-300x166.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/1146rd.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This Craftsman-style house plan covers 1,580 heated square feet with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Unique from the rest on our list is its layout. When walking in through the foyer, there are bedrooms on either side. Beyond this is the great room. The vaulted great room is enhanced with a fireplace and flows into the kitchen and dining space. The master suite is off the dining room, with the laundry room located right across the hall.<\/p>\n<h6><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/the-long-meadow-1169\/\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>3. <\/strong><strong>House Plan 1169<\/strong>\u00a0&#8211; The Long Meadow: Spacious, Family-Oriented Design for a Sloping Lot\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/h6>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10328 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Rendering-Resized-for-New-Site-300x163.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"163\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Rendering-Resized-for-New-Site-300x163.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/Rendering-Resized-for-New-Site.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>The Long Meadow is a country Craftsman plan with a lot to love. The 2,156 square feet of heated space feature a split-bedroom floor plan, but it isn\u2019t as open as others, giving it a cozier yet spacious vibe. The master suite has his and hers closets with the laundry room across the hall, and each of the 3 bedrooms has its own bathroom. Designed for a sloping lot, the optional basement plan has a large family rec space, a home theatre, and an in-law suite with its own bathroom and kitchenette.<\/p>\n<h6><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/merveille-vivante-small-2259\/\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>2. <\/strong><strong>House Plan 2259<\/strong> &#8211;\u00a0Merveille Vivante Small: Welcoming Split-Bedroom Design for Small Lots<\/span><\/a><\/h6>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10329 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/1421r1-300x148.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"148\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/1421r1-300x148.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/1421r1.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This small cottage-style house plan has just 1,421 heated square feet, but it has everything you need. Merveille Vivante Small has a split-bedroom floor plan with a family room open to the kitchen, with a large island in between. The cozy covered lanai is the perfect place to relax by the outdoor fireplace. The optional basement floor plan includes two guest rooms and a large game room.<\/p>\n<h6><a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/plan\/litchfield-9720\/\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><strong>1.\u00a0<\/strong><strong>House Plan 9720 <\/strong>&#8211; Litchfield: Open-Concept Design, Perfect for Entertaining\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/h6>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-10330 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/plan_1060255_image_2-300x169.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"169\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/plan_1060255_image_2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/plan_1060255_image_2.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>This gorgeous Craftsman-style house plan is so thoughtfully designed. The Litchfield features 2,177 heated square feet, 3 bedrooms, and 3 bathrooms. Through the foyer, with the flex room to the right, is the large great room open to the beautiful kitchen. The kitchen has a stunning island and a large pantry with barn doors. The split-bedroom design has the master bedroom off to the left with a fabulous master bathroom, his and hers closets, and the laundry room right outside the door. To the right, the other two bedrooms share a bathroom and each have their own walk-in closets.<\/p>\n<p>To find out more about each of our Top 10 Best-Selling House Plans for 2018, follow the links to our website that are included by clicking the titles above each picture. If you have any questions at all, you can contact us by <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thehousedesigners.com\/contact-us\/#email form\"><strong>email<\/strong><\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/chat2.livechatinc.com\/licence\/1072821\/open_chat.cgi?lang=en&amp;groups=1\"><strong>Live Chat<\/strong><\/a>, or by calling 866-214-2242.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Design\u00a0Trends 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. 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