Why are Ranch House Plans So Popular?

by Mark Mathis August 20, 2025

As housing during the period burgeoned, companies needed to find ways to build cheap, yet attractive housing. The ranch's simple roof and inviting floor plan makes an excellent option to build a house quickly.

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Why It's Always Better to Build a 4 Bedroom House Plan

by Mark Mathis August 13, 2025

Why It's Always Better to Build a 4 Bedroom House Plan

American homes have always centered around bigger being better. In the days of larger families, massive homes with several bedrooms were the norm. Today, the modern iteration of that design process is the humble 4-bedroom house plans.

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What You Need to Know about Craftsman House Plans

by Mark Mathis August 06, 2025

What You Need to Know about Craftsman House Plans

Their rustic charm usually gives you a feeling of welcoming homeliness when you encounter them. Craftsman style house plans exude individuality and self-representation. It's not a wonder that they've become so popular in recent years. With more and more people wanting to reflect a part of their personality in their home designs, craftsman house plans have returned to being a popular choice for homebuyers.

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What's Behind the Popularity of Farmhouse House Plans?

by Mark Mathis July 30, 2025

What's Behind the Popularity of Farmhouse House Plans?

Today's design trends may be different, but these elements resonate deeply with modern homebuyers. Large windows for picturesque views and large kitchens with a hint of industrial accents to give it a modern feel are perfect for many contemporary families.

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Multigenerational Living Made Easy: House Plans for Families of All Sizes

by Mark Mathis August 21, 2023

Multigenerational Living Made Easy: House Plans for Families of All Sizes

In this blog post you'll learn tips and tricks on how to create a home environment for multigenerational living, and much more. In a world where fa...

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Small Home, Big Life: Maximizing Comfort in Compact House Designs

by Katie Phillips August 09, 2023

Small Home, Big Life: Maximizing Comfort in Compact House Designs

In this blog post you'll learn tips and tricks on how to maximize comfort in small house plan, and much more." In a world where bigger often...

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How to Get More from Your House Plans

by Katie Phillips September 10, 2020

When you're choosing your new dream house plans, be sure to select a home design that includes the features, functionality, and usable space that allows for maximum flexibility over time.

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7 Benefits in Choosing Floor Plans with a Basement

by Katie Phillips September 10, 2020

7 Benefits in Choosing Floor Plans with a Basement

When you choose a floor plan that includes a basement, this creates many opportunities that benefit you and your home. Basements offer features like additional storage, additional living space, and access to major home systems.

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5 Top Reasons to Choose Open Concept House Plans

by Katie Phillips September 08, 2020

5 Top Reasons to Choose Open Concept House Plans

Open concept house plans typically have floorplan designs where the kitchen is the focal point that flows into the living room, dining space, kitchen, and outdoor access area.

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PODCAST 13 - My Top Items (That Most People Forget) To Include In Your New Home

by Katie Phillips February 26, 2020

PODCAST 13 - My Top Items (That Most People Forget) To Include In Your New Home

In Episode 13 of the Build Your Dream Home Podcast, Mark talks about his top things to include in a new home that most people forget.

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PODCAST 12 - Architects vs. Building Designers - What You Need To Know

by Katie Phillips February 26, 2020

PODCAST 12 - Architects vs. Building Designers - What You Need To Know

In Episode 12 of the Build Your Dream Home Podcast, Mark talks about the differences between architects and building designers.

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PODCAST 11 - How to Choose a Designer for Your New Home

by Katie Phillips February 26, 2020

PODCAST 11 - How to Choose a Designer for Your New Home

In Episode 11 of the Build Your Dream Home Podcast, Mark talks about how to choose a designer for your new home.

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