Posts Tagged ‘building’
Homebuyer’s Current Choices
February 18, 2010 2 CommentsBuilders for the past several years have thought that “bigger is better” as the size of the American family’s home continued to increase. But, since this year’s International Builder Show in Las Vegas, some surprising changes are happening with homebuyers as they lean toward smaller dwellings that have a “less is more” attitude. Builders, take [...]
Pin ItFinancial Feng Shui for Homeowners
February 12, 2010 8 CommentsBusy schedules often make it difficult to keep the household running smoothly. But as more and more families begin to buckle down and spend more time at home in a slow economy, a comfortable and well-organized ranch home plan or two-story home plan is being considered a top priority. The practice of feng shui is [...]
Pin ItBuild Your Dream Home
January 7, 2010 1 Comment1. Determine Needs Almost everyone can envision the perfect home. Maybe you love the clean, simple lines and prestigious feel of colonial house plans. Or perhaps you are attracted to the steep rooflines and rustic flair that characterize country French house plans. Whatever style – or combination of styles – defines your dream home, it’s [...]
Pin ItCostly Mistakes to Avoid When Building Your Dream Home
December 19, 2008 No CommentsMany people spend years pouring their money into renting a house or apartment that doesn’t fit their needs. When the opportunity to buy a home finally arrives, chances are they have an idea of what style and features they desire. But after spending countless hours or even months searching for the perfect home to purchase, [...]
Pin ItDifferent Floor Plans
November 10, 2008 No CommentsChoosing a floor plan that is both functional and stylish for the family can be a difficult task. In fact, nearly hundreds of options are available on the market today in a number of different styles. Becoming familiar with a few of the basic floor options will help make the search for your dream home [...]
Pin ItGarages
July 11, 2008 No CommentsGarage plans are functional spaces that are often utilized by family members to store more items than the family car. Gardening materials, bicycles, sporting equipment and other items can overtake the available space in your garage plan, often leaving little room to park your car. Without proper storage and the most efficient plan for your [...]
Pin ItBuilding Basics for Your Dream Home
February 29, 2008 No CommentsMany homes today are built with spacious designs and layouts that homeowners have dreamed of since they were little. Many times these are luxury home plans with large open floor plans, while others are smaller ranch house plans perfect for couples or single individuals as a starter home. However, one struggle remains the same when [...]
Pin ItLaying the Foundation for your New Home
January 15, 2008 No CommentsBuilding your dream home can be an exciting, yet overwhelming task in the beginning stages of your home’s construction. With a range of possibilities available to the new homeowner, a contractor can familiarize you with some basic homebuilding knowledge and give you recommendations for one of the most important elements of your home – the [...]
Pin ItKeeping the Outside Out: Roofing Materials
December 27, 2007 No CommentsOne dreary storm can result in a dreadful few days without cable or electricity. In that case, relaxing by the fireplace with your favorite book seems like a peaceful endeavor. But that vicious storm with flying tree limbs and rapid winds can damage even the toughest roofs if not installed properly. With water dripping from [...]
Pin ItLook Out Below: Timber and Other Lumber Choices
December 15, 2007 No CommentsThe natural image of beautiful handcrafted “lumber” or timber” and wood-burning fireplaces comes to mind when envisioning log home plans set on a gorgeous lakeside lot. Wood flooring and vast windows, along with a spacious deck overlooking the water, creates a relaxing retreat in most minds. Regardless of the type of home plan you picture [...]
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