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10 Best Features for Kid-Friendly House Plans

Your dream home has changed since you became a parent. Now, you want to make sure that the home you build serves all members of your family. Your children need a functional, safe place to grow up and the kid-friendly house plan that you choose should reflect that.

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Popular Barndominium House Plans

hat started out as customizing an existing barn for family living has evolved to include using a stock plan to build a metal barn and customize it to your needs. We've rounded up a few of our favorite (and bestselling!) barn and barn-inspired house plans to get you started.

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The Best of the Bunch: Six View Lot Home Ideas

If you own a lot with a great view, you’ll need a special house plan to really appreciate it. Whether your view is the mountains, a lake, or the city skyline, you’ll be able to enjoy the view no matter where you are in the house with our plans.

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Garage Loft Ideas

Garages with loft spaces are one of the unsung heroes of the home world. Adding a loft to your garage, or revamping the existing space, is one of the best things you can do for your home’s overall value, but also for yourself.

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6 Elevated Beach House Plans For Your Summer Getaway

Thinking about building a house at the beach or, as they say in New Jersey, down the shore? Living next to the ocean is great, but for the safety and integrity of your home, you have to plan for flooding, high winds, and erosion. The solution? An elevated beach house.

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10 Cool Things to Include When Building Your New Home

From smart technology to skylights for stargazing, mudrooms with pet washing stations, dual kitchen workstations and accent walls, there are so many cool features that you can include in your new home. Imagination and creativity are crucial but ultimately, your design should reflect who you are and your lifestyle.

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How to Save Money When Building Your Home

When building your own house, it’s normal to want to cut down on the cost, but it can be tricky to do this without also sacrificing the quality of your home. You can build the home of your dreams without breaking the bank by following these top 10 tips.

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The A-Frame Home: Stylish and Timeless

An innovative and striking style that captivated the architectural world in the 1930s, the A-Frame home continues to evolve decade after decade. From rustic cabins to scenic lake homes, tiny guest houses and grand residences, the A-Frame plan offers unique designs that are affordable and attractive. We look at the A-Frame home, its features, and the advantages and drawbacks of building one.

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Farmhouse Backyard Ideas to Spruce Up Your Outdoor Space

Ready to have a farmhouse chic backyard that’s worthy of a magazine cover? Whether you’ve just moved in or are revamping your living space, we’ve curated these fun and chic ideas that will help you create the farmhouse backyard of your dreams.

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Bungalow vs. Cottage: What’s the Difference & Is One Better Than the Other?

There are so many options to choose from when choosing a style for your home. If you like smaller, cozy homes, you might be wondering about the differences of a Bungalow vs. Cottage. Are they the same? Which one should you choose? Here’s what you need to know.