A state-of-the-art residence with spectacular views of Las Vegas and the Red Rock Canyons, The New American Home 2019 expertly blends contemporary style with mid-century architecture. The 5-bedroom, 7,900-square-foot home is designed and built to showcase the latest in innovation for the future of home construction.
Building a new home and want a knockout master bath? It’s easy to think only of cabinets, countertops, and fixtures. Few showrooms focus on wheelchair accessibility or designs for those who are unsteady on their feet. But these “less glamorous” considerations are a reality for baby boomers as they build their forever homes.
While it’s always tricky to predict future trends in house designs, residential architects and house designers weigh in on the top innovations that may resonate with homeowners and potential buyers. With 2019 fast approaching, we look at several design elements that will likely find their way on consumer “wish lists.”
Don't be shy! Choosing – and maybe tweaking – the right house plan for your forever home comes with a LOT of questions. Here are 10 of the most frequently asked home plan modification questions – and answers to help you get closer to your dream home!
Here’s a little how-to guide for finding the perfect house plan for you. Follow these simple steps, and you’ll soon end up with your Dream Home.
Not everyone lives with a view of the countryside or in a home with a huge yard of lush greenery, shrubs, and colorful flowers. So many suburban and urban dwellers embrace nature by incorporating an atrium, skylight, conservatory, or other feature in their new house plans for an airy, bright space that brings in the outdoors.
Can you imagine the excitement if Snoopy lived in Charlie Brown’s house? What never happened then is now a reality for many homeowners incorporating their pets in the design of their homes. We look at house plans with spaces for pets, plus helpful ideas to transform your home into a comfortable pet haven.
Designed for a more holistic approach to life, wellness communities are popping up all over the globe. With amenities such as free yoga classes, miles of trails, community gardens, community retail spaces, and entertainment like sports areas and swimming pools, many are asking, "Is this the future of real estate?"
An owners', or master, suite is a personal space that should serve as not only a bedroom but a sanctuary to relax and recharge on weekend mornings or after a long work day. How will you best enjoy the space? Determine how you want to spend your time there, and design accordingly.
We interviewed a number of industry expert architects and contractors to understand more about the current design features that are trending in the home and building industry. Learn more about this subject and other related questions from the experts here!