Cost is often the reason for a smaller home purchase, but it's not the only consideration.
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Rethink your dining room
Dining rooms can be a great place to gather family and friends for a meal, but many people neglect theirs in favor of more casual spaces around the home.
Maximize space with an open kitchen layout
Open kitchen layouts are great option for families that can also save on money and space.
Three Dining Rooms To Die For
We’re over halfway through November and in just a week we’ll all be sitting at our dining room tables with a turkey and mashed potatoes. If you tend to be the one who hosts the holidays in your family, you want to make sure you have a dining room...
Benjamin Moore Announces 2014 Color of the Year
Want a relaxing getaway with your new beach house plan? Consider incorporating Benjamin Moore’s® 2014 Color of the Year. An ethereal Blue called “Breath of Fresh Air” is being hailed as a “new neutral” for the New Year. “We chose Breath of Fresh Air because we were seeing it...
Benefits of Fiberglass Entry Doors
If you are looking to save more money on your energy bill then you should be sure to select a fiberglass entry door. According to the American Architectural Manufacturers Association, fiberglass entry doors are known for their reliability, durability, customization, and energy efficiency. “If it becomes apparent that you...
Understanding What Makes a Green House Plan
You may recall years ago, that green homes stood out for all the long reasons. Focusing more on practical application of green technology than design they often looked utilitarian. Today there are lots of elegant green homes that combine style with comfort and efficiency. What do green house plans...
Three Bestselling Small House Plans
If you are just starting your house plan search, you should start with a small house plan. The trend in American construction has been to make smaller homes lately and house plans reflect that. Designers and architects have been designing lots of stylish small house plans under 2,500 square...
Tips on Choosing the Right Paint (And Using it Properly)
Painting your home’s exterior is just as intimidating as going into the paint store and picking out a new color for your bedroom wall. No lying, it is a big project, and while you might be overwhelmed with color selection, here are a few tips to help you choose...
“Upside Down” House Plans: Modern Homes With Views
Sometimes you just have to defy conventions. These modern house plans do just that. Not only do their exteriors look different, but there is a science to it. Homes built this way often have the living space on the top floor and the bedrooms on the bottom floor. The...