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Which Green Home Plan Improvements Really Pay Off?
Which green improvements will increase your enjoyment while also maximizing your home’s value? Find out which updates are best for your home plan.
..Read More The Hayword House Plan Offers Lavish Master Suite, Vaulted Great Room
Take a tour of this week's featured home plan, The Hayword. This house plan’s major feature is a vaulted great room that is naturally filled with light streaming from a wall of gorgeous windows.
..Read More Modernization of the Ranch House Plan [Infographic]
This infographic illustrates the how the clean and elegant Mid-Century Modern home style has developed from the early ranch house plan.
..Read More Net Zero Home Plans a Reality
Net zero homes are not merely a thing of the future; indeed, any house can be transformed into a net zero home with some investment and advanced energy technology. Find out more!
..Read More The Brentwood: Budget-friendly House Plan Brings Style and Charm
The Brentwood home plans are Craftsman in style but modern in design. This three-bedroom, two-and-a-half bath home features large windows and plenty of built-ins – hallmarks of all great Craftsman style house plans.
..Read More The Difference between a Multigenerational and Multi-Family House Plan
Both multigenerational house plans and multi-family homes offer flexible housing options. However, if you’re building or buying a new home, it may be helpful to understand a more specific definition for each of these terms.
..Read More The Hamburg: Open and Airy Contemporary Ranch House Plan
Comfortable single-level living with plenty of natural light – that’s what our Hamburg contemporary ranch home plan offers. With the Hamburg our expert designers combined the best features of both ranch and contemporary styles.
..Read More Colors and Painting Techniques for Historic Craftsman Home Plans
Get some helpful tips on how to paint house plan exteriors according to your goal – particularly as relates to Craftsman home plans.
..Read More The Iverson: Craftsman Home Plan Offers Easy, 2-Story Living
The Iverson stands out among Craftsman home plans. From its tapered columns to its open floor plan, this home design screams “Craftsman” while also boasting thoughtful modern touches.
..Read More 3 Steps to Choosing the Right Neighborhood for Your New Home Plan
Finding a great neighborhood is one of the first steps on the road to moving into a new home. Read on to learn our tips for choosing the best neighborhood for your new home plan.
..Read More Is a Single Story House Plan Perfect for You?
Single story house plans are gaining popularity as more and more homebuyers aim to stay in the same home as they age. These tips will help you figure out what your family should look for in house plans: single story or multi-story designs.
..Read More The Halsey: Craftsman Home Plans with Cottage-style Charm
With the cozy feel of a country cottage yet plenty of space for a modern family, the Halsey Craftsman style house plans exude charm.
..Read More The Williams: Craftsman Cottage-style Home Offers Gorgeous Design Details
Take a tour of this beautiful, four-bedroom, three-bath cottage-style Craftsman home plan, offering over 3,000 sq. ft. of well-designed living space.
..Read More The Tualatin: Amenities Abound in Luxurious Craftsman Home Plan
Find out more about our Craftsman home plan, The Tualatin. This plan offers 5 bedrooms and 5 baths, and is a top-selling design with an abundance of natural light, a library and so much more.
..Read More Top 3 Features to Add Value to Your Craftsman Home
Learn more about the top 3 features that can add value to your Craftsman style home.
..Read More The Laurelhurst: A Large Home Plan for Narrow Lots
Our Craftsman-style Laurelhurst home plan proves that good design can turn even narrow lot house plans into a comfortable home for any family.
..Read More Hot Trends in Modern House Plan Design
At Alan Mascord Design Associates, we create gorgeous energy-efficient house plans. Find out more about the hottest trends in modern house plan design and what we have to offer!
..Read More The Hoover: House Plan Features Efficient, Eco Design
If you’re looking for an eco-friendly house plan but you don’t relish compromising on comfort, the Hoover might just be your dream home.
..Read More Incorporating Technology into Your Home Plan: 7 Great Ideas that Will Change Your Life
You’ve heard of a smart phone, but what about a smart home? Builders, designers and homeowners are together finding new ways to bring home plans and designs into the digital age, without sacrificing style.
..Read More The Caprica: Contemporary Ranch House Plan Provides Ample Light
Why choose a traditional, run-of-the-mill design when you could make a modern, bold statement? We now offer dozens of home plans that combine contemporary and ranch elements into unique, eminently livable homes with stylistic flair.
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