Our Blog: The Plan Perspective

Country Ranch home designs pair one-story ease with covered porches, board-and-batten siding, and vaulted ceilings. Explore these hand-selected designs from a 1,795 sq ft Southern-style ranch to a 2,137 sq ft modern farmhouse built for entertaining.

Property is more expensive than ever. Homeowners are embracing challenging property lots as future sites for their dream homes. Narrow lot home designs pack full living, covered porches, and open floor plans onto lots as narrow as 20 feet. Get inspired and learn how to make small footprints work hard.

Explore house designs with classic wraparound porches that add covered outdoor space, roofline continuity, and curb appeal. See four farmhouse, country, and barndominium plans built around this classic porch style.

Backyard Retreats Designed for Long, Easy Summer Days

Discover vacation house designs for relaxation, entertaining, and making lasting memories. From cozy cottages to spacious retreats, these getaway homes feature inviting layouts, outdoor living spaces, and the comfort needed for weekends, holidays, or year-round escapes.