Ideas and Inspiration

Is it better to buy an older home or invest in a new house plan? Take a look at the many reasons building from a new home plan can provide more satisfaction and help save you money in the long run.

This infographic outlines America's small house movement and illustrates what will be trending for new home plans in 2015.

These days, versatile house plans are in greater demand than ever before and custom large and small house plans are gaining popularity among homeowners.

These days almost everything is customizable, but the ultimate in individualization may be found with contemporary home plans. When choosing a designer for your home, it’s important to find someone you can work closely with to bring your vision to life. Here we offer some tips to help you get started.

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The pendulum of house size preference seems to be swinging back toward the smaller, more ingeniously designed house plan. Read on to learn more.

As a leading designer of build-ready home plans, we’ve developed quite an eye for what makes the perfect outdoor living area. Read on to learn more!

Which green improvements will increase your enjoyment while also maximizing your home’s value? Find out which updates are best for your home plan.

This infographic illustrates the how the clean and elegant Mid-Century Modern home style has developed from the early ranch house plan.

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!

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.

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.

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.

Learn more about the top 3 features that can add value to your Craftsman style home.

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!

Learn more about the many advantages of green guest house plans, like durability, cost savings and much more.

Find your house plan style with a fun quiz from HGTV! Whatever your needs, our custom home plans will fit your lifestyle perfectly.

Sloped lot house plans can offer homeowners many advantages, like a daylight basement and more. Find out how a sloped lot house plan can benefit you.

Top House Plan Styles by State: Throughout the U.S., the prevailing architectural style can vary from region to region – although not as much as you might expect. The Craftsman home is not only popular across all age groups, but it remains a top choice from one end of the country to the other.

Craftsman house plans are increasingly popular among homeowners. Find out more about classic, Craftsman home plans that offer all the modern conveniences you've come to love.