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Two-Bedroom Home Design: Great Style Mixed with Affordability and Efficiency

Whether you are looking for a starter home, a vacation getaway – or thinking of downsizing – the answer may be a two-bedroom home design. From quaint but chic cottages and farmhouses to classic Georgian or Colonial, and artsy Craftsman styles, the two-bedroom home design provides a lot of variety and options.

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10 Things to Know Before Building a House

Whether you are building new or renovating your family home, there are certain things to keep in mind before breaking ground, so you don’t break the bank. Everything that can go wrong during construction doesn’t actually have to go wrong. Here are 10 ways to stay out of trouble.

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The Pros and Cons of Multi-Generational Home Designs

Multi-generational homes are a great way to share costs and spend quality time together as a family. They tend to be more popular outside of the USA – but the trend is growing domestically and for a good reason. Yet, there can be some major downsides, too – but not without a workaround.

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Building New vs. Buying an Existing Home

Building a home vs. buying one - which is right for you? There is no easy answer, as each method has pros and cons. Here are the main things to consider when choosing between the two for your new home.

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Our Most Requested House Design Modifications

Making modifications to stock house plans is quite common. Our designers are used to making the changes on a regular basis. To help ease your mind when requesting mods, we’ve put together a list of the most common modifications requested by our customers.

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Home Building Trends: A Report from the 2023 International Builders' Show

As a homeowner or industry professional, you're probably always looking for the latest and greatest in home construction and design.

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6 Perfect Lake Home Designs

There’s nothing quite like spending quality time at the lake with your loved ones. You just can’t beat the memories you make out on the water. These are our favorite waterfront property plans, including plans for uneven lots and wooded areas.

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Top Trends in House Design in 2023

The Plan Collection shares their predictions for the top trends in home design in 2023. From floating sinks to butler's pantries, you will definitely want to include these in your home build or remodel.

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Entertain in Style with These 8 Home Features

Whether it’s a simple family gathering, a Fourth of July cookout, a birthday celebration, or a holiday reunion, there are things you can do to make entertaining at home enjoyable and stress-free. From trendy home features and furniture arrangement, here are several ideas to make your home an ideal entertaining place for family and friends.

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Common Kitchen Design Mistakes & How to Avoid Them

Great kitchen design is less about how it looks (which is also important) and more about how it works. Your kitchen is the most important room in the house, so you want to do it right. Here are 10 common design mistakes professional designers see in kitchens created by someone without experience.