Posts Tagged ‘country house plans’

Log Home And Landscape Basics

August 12, 2010   No Comments

We are finally at a point in our lives that we are ready to build a new home. We started out years ago in an apartment garage, moved up to one of those small ranch house plans and are now ready to take the leap and build a new home design. With all the buzz [...]

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Easy And Inexpensive Ways To Remodel Your Daughter’s Bedroom

July 28, 2010   No Comments

When planning for the birth of a child it is hard to think of the day that they will be leaving for college. But, trust me, as the father of 2 college-age girls, it does happen. It happens so quickly that soon you savor the time you spend with them because they are never home. [...]

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Country and Log Home Landscaping

July 16, 2010   No Comments

Some of my fondest memories growing up were visits to my grandparent’s home in the country. As I grew up it never changed, it was one of the cozy country home plans you often see in rural areas and I will always remember that feeling of safety and warmth when I entered it. We just [...]

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Swimming Pool Safety

June 4, 2010   6 Comments

Our family loves the outdoors, especially hiking and swimming. We are in the process of looking for a country home with acreage and a pool so we can enjoy both. So many home plans on the market today have swimming pools in the backyard. Since we’ve never owned a pool I thought it would be [...]

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The History of French Creole Architecture

May 28, 2010   4 Comments

When searching for unique home plans all one has to do is look at the landscape of America and the numerous styles of architecture that are offered. For centuries people have migrated from around the world to the United States and have brought with them history, tradition, customs, design and style. These individuals have left [...]

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America’s Favorite House Styles

May 21, 2010   1 Comment

About.com:Architecture is currently running a survey asking Americans what their favorite architectural home style is and here are the current results! Be sure to vote yourself at the link below, or, at least see if you agree with the results below so far. 1. The number one most popular style is the Craftsman Bungalow style. [...]

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Getting Ready For A Garage Sale

April 27, 2010   1 Comment

What type of person are you? From country house plans to modern home plans with contemporary touches, all house designs have clutter. While you are cutting the clutter do you toss it out or give it away? Or are you an individual that would like to make some money from your gently used items and [...]

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Bathroom Showers

June 20, 2008   2 Comments

Showering is often a rushed routine for many homeowners preparing for the day. However, with more customizable options available today, showers can be as rejuvenating as taking a hot bath after a long week. Today’s country house plans are being customized with elegant shower fixtures that contribute to the relaxing, rural lifestyle homeowners crave. From [...]

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Curb Appeal: Siding That Stands Out

January 6, 2008   1 Comment

The quote “you never get a second chance to make a first impression” stands true in every form of “curb appeal.” Color, texture, and shape are the foremost characteristics that shape the feeling onlookers take from your home’s exterior design. Therefore, siding is key to creating a lasting warm and inviting impression that most homeowners [...]

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Heating, Ventilation, Air-conditioning & Cooling…Oh My!

January 3, 2008   No Comments

The terms “heating” and “cooling” are probably not typically discussed in a day-to-day conversation among family and friends. That is, until your air-conditioner will not kick on during the hottest day of the year. This can be a miserable feeling – one that can be prevented or easily fixed with the proper appliances and installation. [...]

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