New home design just released on Home Design Central: HDC-2250R-1 This home plan includes 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, in a 2250 sq ft living area.

This home plan has a great floorplan layout and no wasted space.

This house plan is designed in the popular Country / Traditional / European Architectural style(s), and features a Slab / Crawlspace foundation option. Like all of the homeplans on the site, this plan can be modified to fit your specific needs.. Just let us know if you have any questions about the layout/design of the home, and we’ll be glad to help.

View this plan online right now at :
http://www.homedesigncentral.com/house-floor-plans-HDC-2250R-1.html

Best wishes in the building of your new home!

Jill

New house plan just added on HomeDesignCentral.com : HDC-21002-1 This home plan includes 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, in a 2100 sq ft living area.

This home plan has a great floorplan layout and no wasted space.

This house plan is designed in the popular Country / European / Traditional Architectural style(s), and features a Slab / Crawlspace foundation option. Like all of the homeplans on the site, this plan can be modified to fit your specific needs.. Just let us know if you have any questions about the layout/design of the home, and we’ll be glad to help.

Be sure to check out this plan online at :
http://www.homedesigncentral.com/house-floor-plans-HDC-21002-1.html

Best wishes in the building of your new home!

Jill

Whether it starts as a bonus room, study, or guest room, many house plans have an area that can easily be turned into a home office for a telecommuter, home-based business owner, or work at home mom.

Your office space will depend on your desired work environment, floor plan, and business needs.   Some people need peace and quiet, and choose a room away from the kitchen and living rooms, while a work at home mom might want to be able to supervise children from her desk.  A garage apartment or an in-law suite with a separate entrance may work best for a business owner. 

Designing your home office is as important as choosing the right space in your new home.  Consider what kind of lighting works best for you.   Your furniture is another consideration.  Will you have a traditional office with a desk, or would you rather have an armoire that allows you to close up your workspace in a guest room?  Paint colors or wallpaper can also set the tone for your work environment.

Working from home can allow you to spend more time with your family and less time in traffic.  There could be tax benefits as well.  Talk to your CPA about regulations regarding deducting part of your house payment and utilities. 

Start the search for your new dream home now!

Best wishes in the building of your new home!

As more people get ready to retire, they are finding that downsizing their home does not mean downgrading.  Many small house plans offer the amenities retirees have become accustomed to.

The type of home you choose for your retirement will depend on your type of retirement.  Home plans with two master suites allow guests to visit and maintain a sense of privacy.  For the semi-retired, a home office will allow greater freedom to work around your schedule and telecommute.   House plans featuring Universal Design standards will ensure that your home remains accessible and convenient for years to come, possibly allowing you to remain in your home longer instead of residing in an assisted living community.

Retirees have never had more choices when it comes to where to live.  Retirement in urban areas is becoming more popular due to higher gas prices and a desire to be close to cultural attractions and medical care.  Choosing a small house plan affords the homeowner the opportunity to take advantage of a small or irregular lot that has been overlooked by a larger builder. 

A recent “Top Places for Retirees” survey listed such diverse cities as Houston, Phoenix, Washington DC, and Indianapolis.  Each city offers its own recreation options, cultural attractions, and climate to suit the way you want to spend your newfound freedom.

We just added another article to the “Resources” section of HomeDesignCentral.com . This article explains the some of the current floor plan design trends that customers just like you, are requesting and building into their new homes..

When you’re looking for your next house plan, its always a good idea to look at what’s currently popular in home design and floorplan layouts.  If you have any questions about one of the designs you see on the site, please let us know….

You can view the article here:

http://www.homedesigncentral.com/blog/floor-plans-design-trends/

Best wishes in the building of your new home!

Jill

If you’re interested in Universal Home Design and highly-efficient home design trends, our team just posted a new article in the “Resources” section of Home Design Central.com

Check it out here :

http://www.homedesigncentral.com/blog/universal-home-design-basics/