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  • Wednesday, October 1, 2008

    Lighting for Today’s Mountain House Plans

    This blog entry shows various color photos and offers advice for choosing light fixtures for your new mountain home that blend rustic and contemporary style.

    Learn more about lighting for mountain house plans.

    Check out Don Gardner’s selection of Mountain House Plans!


    Lighting for Today’s Mountain House Plans | Category: Home Design

    Friday, October 3, 2008

    Systems Built Housing – More Home in Less Time

    With a challenging economy, many home builders and homeowners are turning to alternative construction methods to build new homes. Not only are these homes touted as faster to build, but depending on the materials used and the construction methods used, systems built housing can also be considered environmentally friendly!

    Learn more about system built homes.

    Systems Built Housing – More Home in Less Time | Category: Home Design

    Sunday, October 5, 2008

    Granite Sinks: Products for the Ages

    While many homeowners are choosing granite for their countertops, some homeowners are even using granite for their sinks. Granite is not only durable and beautiful, but no 2 sinks will be the same! This article discusses the pros and cons of granite sinks.

    Learn more about granite sinks.

    Search Donald A. Gardner House Plans with Gourmet Kitchens.

    Granite Sinks: Products for the Ages | Category: Home Design

    Wednesday, October 8, 2008

    Moving into your New House Plan

    Once your new home is completed, planning your move is next on the list before finally settling down. This article gives several helpful tips for planning your moving day and making the process easier by being efficient and organized!

    Learn about moving tips.

    Moving into your New House Plan | Category: Misc

    Friday, October 10, 2008

    Colors, Variety Drive Kitchen Cabinet Trends

    Traditionally, kitchen cabinets have all been the same color or type of wood. Homeowners are experimenting with complementary colors to add interest to their kitchen spaces that create a modern look.

    Learn more about kitchen cabinets.

    Colors, Variety Drive Kitchen Cabinet Trends | Category: Home Design

    Monday, October 13, 2008

    Appliances: Driven by Design

    There was a time when all appliances were white. Those times have passed and you can find the appliances you need in attractive colors and styles to suit your taste. This article discusses several of the appliances that are available in designer colors!

    Learn more about appliance design.

    Appliances: Driven by Design | Category: Misc

    Wednesday, October 15, 2008

    Creating Your House Plan Office Design

    If you work from home or you need a room in your new house plan for your desk, computer and files, a study or home office is a great solution. Once you have chosen a room in your home for your office, you’ll need to plan the layout for it’s most efficient use! This article gives step-by-step advice for planning the layout of your home office.

    Learn more about office design.

    Creating Your House Plan Office Design | Category: Floor Plan Design

    Thursday, October 16, 2008

    10 Ways to Cut Energy Bills This Fall

    This article offers 10 different ways to cut your energy bills as the colder months approach. As a supplement to the article, you can watch a video of an energy audit, a helpful way to determine where your home is wasting precious energy.

    Learn more about cutting energy bills.

    10 Ways to Cut Energy Bills This Fall | Category: Misc

    Monday, October 20, 2008

    Color Trends for Custom Homes

    This article discusses the colors that are appearing in more and more new homes, as well as other custom home trends. The article also offers several photos to illustrate their color suggestions.

    Learn more about color trends.

    Color Trends for Custom Homes | Category: Misc

    Tuesday, October 21, 2008

    Control With A Personal Touch

    Even though the housing market is experiencing challenging times, builders are continuing to include high end items such as touchpads to control household systems from one place. This feature can be personalized to meet a specific homeowner’s needs and make life easier. While building your new home, you may want to consider one of these features!

    Learn more about household systems.

    Control With A Personal Touch | Category: Misc

    Wednesday, October 22, 2008

    A Guide to Making Energy-Smart Purchases for your House Plan

    While choosing products for your new home, you may want to consider purchasing energy-efficient appliances. Whether you are considering the environment or saving money, choosing these types of products is a smart purchase!

    Learn more about energy choices.

    For more information about building green, check out our FREE Green Guide!

    A Guide to Making Energy-Smart Purchases for your House Plan | Category: Green Home Building

    Friday, October 24, 2008

    Countertop Trends

    Among the many things you will have to choose for your new home are countertops. This article discusses different materials and photos of installed countertops.

    Learn more about countertops.

    Countertop Trends | Category: Floor Plan Design

    Monday, October 27, 2008

    More Than a Laundry Room: The Family Studio

    More and more homeowners are searching for home plans with larger utility rooms. These expanded spaces are used as hobby spaces, combination mud rooms and more. Why should chores be confined to small spaces? This article discusses different uses for this enlarged space!

    Learn more about family studios.

    Check out Don Gardner’s selection of House Plans with Ultimate Utility Rooms!

    More Than a Laundry Room: The Family Studio | Category: Floor Plan Design

    Wednesday, October 29, 2008

    Lighting for Today’s Mountain House Plan

    This blog entry shows various color photos and offers advice for choosing light fixtures for your new mountain home that blend rustic and contemporary style.

    Learn more about lighting fixtures.

    Check out Don Gardner’s selection of Mountain House Plans!

    Lighting for Today’s Mountain House Plan | Category: Floor Plan Design

    Friday, October 31, 2008

    Why Libraries Are Back in Style

    Many home builders are noticing an increase in requests for libraries in new homes. Whether the space is used for reading, storing precious books or simply as another casual living space, many homeowners are enjoying this flexible space in their homes.

    Learn more about libraries.

    Why Libraries Are Back in Style | Category: Floor Plan Design

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