From the modernization of foreign embassies to memorial landmarks, convention centers, college residences, state-of-the-art libraries, and more, Peter Cook, Marshall Purnell, William Stanley III, and Ivenue Love-Stanley have made marks in architecture, design, and interior planning. During Black History Month, we showcase their work and creative vision.

Have you ever considered a duplex home? This option can be the perfect solution for a multi-family investment property or just extra space for your own family and friends. Explore the potential of building a duplex home to invest in the kind of property that offers endless future options.

The Time’s Up and Me Too movements have focused attention on women’s role in society, and today’s women architects continue the trailblazing that their predecessors started by achieving success and renown in their still-male-dominated field. During National Women’s History Month, we acclaim the outstanding achievements of some extraordinary contemporary architects.

As outdoor living spaces increase in popularity, there is a greater demand for decks with interesting designs and features. If you’re ready to add a deck to your new or renovated home, consider important factors like size, location, layout, budget, fixtures, materials, and local codes when planning your dream deck.

Sometimes when we’re designing our dream home we forget those oh-so-important exterior decisions. What about siding? It’s straightforward, right? Not exactly. There are plenty of options when it comes to siding, and we’re here to break down how to make the right choice for you and your home.

When planning the construction of your dream home, part of making the right decisions for the build involves selecting the best materials that will go into it, and that includes the flooring for the porch and/or deck. It will need to last for decades – and look good doing it!

Taking a page from the carriage houses of the late 18th century that were later converted into rental rooms, workshops, and studios, today’s garage apartments are a step up in style, luxury, and efficiency. We look at these trendy and imaginative living spaces for college-age children, overnight guests, in-laws, and more.

With a few design tricks and clicks of the home-design-software mouse, savvy house designers can create floor plans that make smart use of every square foot. This skill enables homeowners to live larger in a smaller house, make day-to-day living more comfortable, and their storage dreams come true. Learn more about these secrets and tricks. -more-

The Plan Collection teamed up with charity partner Semper Fi Fund last Veterans Day and has supported the incredible work they do to help qualifying post-9/11 veterans and their families. We continue our support as the Fund as it expands its mission.

Did you know that the sun’s infrared rays provide the most basic form of radiant heating? Adapted to the homes of the 21st century, radiant heat is a fascinating way to deliver heat effectively and ecologically to people and objects in a room. Here’s why this technology might make sense in your new home.