The exterior style of your home is the fun part. It doesn’t require any further calculations, just simply what appeals to you. Most people prefer their home to be in harmony with the surrounding community and choose exterior styles that are appropriate to their region. To be safe, resale value should play an important part […]
Christine Cooney
Christine has over a decade of experience as a house plan and floor plan expert. Outside of providing her expertise to customers to help them find and build their dream homes, her passion and knowledge of the home building industry allows Christine to guide families and builders through all of the important steps from finding plans to building custom homes that meet the expectations of today’s new home owner. Christine’s years of knowledge of the diverse trends and needs of the modern homeowner has made her into an authoritative and trusted voice in the online house plan community.
Featured House Plan: 3612
Luxurious Southern Colonial! (THD-3612) A home so magnificent even Scarlett O’Hara would be very pleased. From the elegant 50 foot wide columned porch, your guests will be dazzled as they enter the foyer that leads to the centerpiece of this home — the grand circular staircase. An open family room with French doors leading to […]
Home Plan Articles: Bathroom Flooring
When choosing the material for the floor of your bathroom, you should put safety before aesthetics. Here is an article about some of the more commonly used floor surfaces in bathrooms titled Bathroom Flooring.
Home Plan Articles: Interior Doors
Interior doors can be made of solid wood, hollow core wood, solid core wood, or fiberglass. They are normally constructed from lighter materials than exterior doors because they don’t need to be weather resistant or provide security. Read the Interior Doors article for details.
Home Plan Articles: Exterior Doors
Your exterior door will need to provide your home with security, keep weather out and assist in giving your home the style you are looking for. The different types of exterior doors on the market today include front entry doors, back doors, French doors, sliding glass doors and patio doors. The Exterior Doors article has […]
Featured House Plan: 2800
Farmhouse Appeal with Great Floor Plan! (THD-2800) With its nostalgic look and down home country style, this wonderful home brings a breath of fresh air to any neighborhood. The inviting wrap-around front porch leads to a foyer flanked by elegant columns that outline the stepped-ceiling dining room. The magnificent great room with 11 foot […]
Home Plan Size and Cost Considerations
As you begin to conceptualize the master plan of your new home, one of the first things you have to do is figure out how much of a house you can afford to build, including the cost of the land and the landscaping. The Size and Cost Considerations article will help you figure out how […]
Home Plan Articles: Bathtub Basics
Many times a bathtub is just one of those items that gets casually sketched on a blueprint and… when it’s too late… you find yourself with a less than enjoyable bathing experience. This can all be avoided with a little thought and planning, because there are so many options to choose from. The Bathtub Basics […]
Featured House Plan 6248
The Perfect Ranch House! (THD-6248) This classic ranch has traditional styling and an exciting up-to-date floor plan. The front exterior of this home changes from brick to siding and stucco to show you how easy it is to customize a pre-drawn plan. This wonderful home offers elegance, comfort, and dramatic dining and relaxing areas starting […]
Home Plan Articles: Kitchen Countertops
Our articles are packed full of great information to assist you in preparing to build your dream home. Kitchen Countertops has a descriptive list of products to aid in your decisions toward a perfect kitchen. Some of the products reviewed include Plastic Ceramic and Porcelain Tile, Corian and Solid Surfacing, Composite Stone, and many others. […]