From Dwell to HGTV, modern design gets a lot of love. But what about the cost? Architects and house designers of modern home design are now not only creative about design but also how do it and still be affordable. A modern house plan with great looks and at a price you that will fit within your budget can be done.

Imagine all the "must-haves" you ever envisioned for your dream home – without settling for the next best thing on the market. Building a custom home is a considerable investment that presents many challenges, but think of the finished product and the satisfaction of having done it. Are you ready for the big step?

Building a home takes time — and knowing what comes next can make the process feel more manageable. This step-by-step, week-by-week construction timeline explains how a house is built, what happens at each stage, and how long the journey from groundbreaking to closing typically takes.

There are many factors to consider when it comes to choosing a basement, crawl space, or slab foundation. One important question - what do your neighbors have?

The Plan Collection explores the top 2026 home design trends — from warm, natural tones and mixed materials to the revival of trimwork and wraparound porches. See how craftsmanship and comfort are reshaping what makes a home beautiful, timeless, and welcoming in 2026.

Everything about the house plan you’ve just found is essentially perfect — from the number of bedrooms and bathrooms to the visual aesthetic. The only problem? You wish you could reverse, or “flip,” the plan. We offer options to do just that.

Installing a pool (or buying a house with one!) is a big choice with many social and financial factors to consider. We’ve listed the most common costs, problems, and benefits of having a pool for your consideration before you dive in.

Great bathroom design is less about how it looks (which is also important) and more about how it works. A new bathroom doesn't come cheap, so you want to do it right. Here are 10 common design mistakes professional designers see in a bathroom designed by someone without experience.

What’s your fancy? An amazing one-story home with a spacious Great Room and all the amenities on one level? Or a fabulous two-story home with the social and work spaces on the main level and living quarters on the upper level? Here are factors to consider when facing that decision.

Described as the new market “sweet spot,” the three-bedroom plan is changing the face of the residential architecture and giving families what they want in a home: something stylish, practical, and well-built. Join us as we take a closer look at the versatility of 3-bedroom house plans.