HOUSE PLAN BLOG


Budget-Friendly Home Plans: How to Build Your Dream Home without Breaking the Bank

Dreaming of the perfect home is an aspiration many of us share, but the cost of construction often feels like an insurmountable hurdle. The good news is that building your dream home on a budget is not only possible but also a practical and fulfilling endeavor. In this blog post, we’ll explore the art of budget-friendly home plans and how you can bring your dream home to life without emptying your wallet.


Fire Prevention Week: October 8-14, 2023

Fire Prevention Week is an annual event that aims to raise awareness about fire safety and promote measures to prevent fires. This year, Fire Prevention Week is October 8-14. The campaign is observed in remembrance of the Great Chicago Fire, which began on October 8, 1871, and caused widespread destruction.

Fire Prevention Week is an opportunity for fire departments, schools, and communities to educate the public about the importance of fire safety. The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) has selected Cooking Safety as the theme for 2023.


House Plan 1656-D | Luxury Hillside Walkout

The Jensen house plan 1656-D is now available!

This luxury hillside-walkout design from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a modern farmhouse exterior with board-and-batten siding, decorative gable trusses, and metal roof accents. The front porch creates a dramatic entry with a cathedral ceiling framed in timber posts.



House Plan 1655 | Two-Story Cottage

The Maxine house plan 1655 is now available!

With a two-story floor plan and a limited width, this modest cottage from Donald A. Gardner Architects is at home on a narrow lot. A mix of horizontal and vertical siding is complemented by metal roof accents, stone, and a decorative gable truss.