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The Rising Popularity of One-Story Living: Benefits and Considerations(Post)
In recent years, the allure of one-story living has captured the hearts of homeowners and prospective buyers alike. This trend isn't just a fleeting preference, but a significant shift in how we ...
Home Design Lessons from 2021 and Trends to Watch in 2022(Post)Although home design and building trends don’t typically experience monumental change year after year, The House Plan Company in Eugene, Oregon has recognized shifts in home buyer requests that ...
Is the Great Room the Right Room for You?(Post)Both figuratively and literally, the open floor plan design of the Great Room has become the center of the home and what many home buyers believe they want. While it certainly can make a small home ...
Elevate Your Property: Exploring the Power of Accessory Dwelling Units(Post)In the ever-evolving landscape of residential architecture and urban development, one trend has been steadily gaining traction: the rise of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs). These secondary living ...
Beyond the House: Barns, Sheds, and Workshops(Post)Summer is the time for improvement projects around the house and property. The question to move or stay and upgrade comes up often. For those who love the community they are in or property they ...
The Evolution of Country-Inspired Design(Post)Country-inspired design can mean different things to different people. Depending on who you ask—builders, architects or home buyers—it may include traditional Ranch, Country and Farmhouse designs ...
Gathering Style: Types of Living Areas and How They Live(Post)You are considering a new home and are stuck trying to figure out what style of living area will best work for you, your family, and the way that you live. Well ponder no further. The House Plan ...
2019 Kitchen & Bath Trends Feature Coffee Bars, Wet Rooms and Smart Technology (Post)As two of the most used spaces in any home, today’s kitchens and bath designs are loaded with innovative features, smart technology and a lot of attention to detail. Designers whose home plans are ...
Work from Home with Pocket Offices, Dens, and Backyard Cottages(Post)As more and more companies make the shift to remote work permanent; homeowners are looking for solutions to move their impromptu kitchen or dining room office spaces to private or more out of ...
Let The Outdoors In: How Home Design Can Connect Us With Nature(Post)Large bodies of research have shown that time spent in or viewing nature can have positive effects on our brains, bodies, emotions, thoughts, and interactions with others. For home buyers looking ...
Beneath the Surface: A Guide to the Pros and Cons of Building on a Basement Foundation(Post)In the realm of home construction, the decision to include a basement foundation carries significant weight. It’s not merely a choice of adding extra square footage but a fundamental structural ...
How 2025 Is Redefining Multigenerational Home Design(Post)Here at The House Plan Company, we've watched multigenerational house plans evolve from a niche request to one of the most influential design categories shaping residential architecture today. What ...