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BRAND NEW PLAN: The Rowan #1366

Posted on June 20, 2014 by Tripp - House Plans

Originally a custom modification, the 2 bedroom Rowan Plan is the ideal empty-nester or vacation home!

Front exterior

Home Design Quick Facts:

Two bedrooms, plus a bonus room with full bathroom.
Big, open kitchen with tons of prep space.
Well-appointed master suite with relaxing bath.

Luxurious living in just over 1800 square feet

This versatile home design is perfect as a starter home, retirement home, or vacation retreat, showcasing rustic Craftsman style and easy living. The great room, kitchen, and dining room are open to one another, with a peaceful sun room positioned to take in views all around. The full master suite includes a tray ceiling, walk-in closets, and a roomy bath with barrel vaulted ceiling.

Bonus room and more

An oversized bonus room with full bathroom can easily serve as an extra bedroom or private guest suite. Other special details include a bedroom/study with window seat, e-space in the kitchen, spacious utility room, and extra garage storage.

Photos already available

Because the Rowan Plan was originally a custom modified version of another popular plan, we already have photos to share! See them all on our website here.

Get more information about the Rowan home design here.

Similar plans:

The Silvergate Plan #1254-D is a similar hillside walkout design – See it here.

The Bantry Plan #1336 is a new two-story house design – See it here.

Modify Any Plan and Make it Your Own!

Posted on June 11, 2014 by Tripp - House Plans

Have our Designers modify your favorite design to meet your needs.

Almost anything is possible!

Modifying a home plan is easy, fast and convenient

Have you found a Don Gardner home plan that’s just perfect … except for one or two things? Customizing it is easy, and the possibilities are nearly endless.

Common modifications:

Moving the garage entry from front to side or vice-versa
Adding a third garage bay
Changing a hip roof to a gable or vice-versa
Adding/removing brick or stone on the exterior
Adding a screen porch or sunroom
Completely changing the exterior façade to a different style
Adding a walk-out or finished in-ground basement
Stretching a plan either in width or depth to make various interior spaces larger
Reducing the width of a plan to fit on a specific lot
Flooring over a two-story or vaulted room to create more living space on the second level
Adding extra bedrooms and/or bathrooms in unfinished space such as a bonus room or unfinished second floor, or expanding the plan to accommodate more rooms
Adding space for an elevator
Changing interior ceiling heights

The Heathridge Plan #763-D - Modify Any Plan

Our Designers can completely reposition a garage to better fit your lot.

The Modification Process:

To receive an estimated fee and completion time for modifications, please fill out our Online Modification Estimate Request. Please include a written description of the changes you are requesting and be sure to select the plan you are interested in.

Please Note: There is a $79-$99 Initial Consultation fee to receive an estimate. If you decide to modify, the fee will be credited towards the total cost of your modifications.

Once your request has been received, Donald A. Gardner Design Services, LLC will contact you within 2 to 4 business days with a quote for the modifications you requested. At this point, you work one-on-one with your Designer until your new plans are complete.

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Modifications!

Plan of the Week: The Markham #1299

Posted on June 10, 2014 by Tripp - House Plans

The Markham is full of special details, all on one level

Front rendering

Home Design Quick Facts:

Spacious single dining room with tray ceiling and screen porch access.
Country kitchen with oversized pantry and a view.
Huge master bathroom with vaulted ceilings.

Craftsman ranch design with European influence

Multiple gables and arches create an attractive exterior for this family-friendly home. The Markham makes efficient use of space with garage storage, a full pantry, and a spacious utility room just off the three-car garage. Each bedroom has a walk-in closet and decorative ceiling treatments, and the master bedroom includes a sitting area and access to the back porch. A screen porch off the dining room features an inviting fireplace for year-round enjoyment.

First Floor Plan of The Markham Home Plan #1299

Main floor, with decorative ceilings in nearly every room.

Bonus Room Floor Plan of The Markham House Design #1299

The oversized bonus room is 742 sq. ft. with 3 sets of skylights to brighten the space.

Get more information about the Markham home design here.

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Similar plans:

The Spotswood Plan #1310 is a new floor plan with a similar size and layout – See it here.

The Birchwood Plan #1239 has a similar exterior and a formal dining room – see it here.

Plan of the Week: The Bluestone #1302

Posted on June 3, 2014 by Tripp - House Plans

Get the details on this popular small home design, The Bluestone!

Home Design Quick Facts:

Angled design
Functional, open kitchen
Huge utility room

The Bluestone packs four bedrooms and loads of style into a modest footprint. With an open and efficient arrangement of the great room, kitchen, and dining areas, a deluxe master suite well separated from the secondary bedrooms, optional office/study or 4th bedroom, huge laundry room, roomy screen porch with fireplace, skyl Bonus Room Floor Plan - House Plan #1302 it porch flooding the interior with natural light, and enormous bonus room over the garage, the Bluestone lives much larger than its square footage, and is the ideal family home.

This home was designed for people who love the outdoors too, with its inviting screen porch with fireplace. Two more porches grace this home, including a rear porch that features skylights and a cathedral ceiling.

Click through these customer-submitted photos from our Flickr page:

Get more information about the Bluestone home design here.

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Similar plans:

The Gladstone #1308 is has a similar layout, without the angled garage. See it here.

The Silvergate Plan #1254 has a finished walkout basement – see it here.

Showdown:
Plan 1401 vs Plan 1239

Posted on May 30, 2014 by Tripp - House Plans on the Drawing Board

1401 vs 1239 – Which plan do you like more?

Leave a comment and tell us which features make the difference!

Closeup of Plan #1401:

The side-entry, 3-car garage sits at the rear of this home…perfect for a corner lot. The lavish master suite has a large walk-in shower, separate vanities, and huge dual closets. The sitting area at the rear of the master suite has been angled to provide better views to the rear terrace and spa area. The island kitchen easily serves the formal dining room to the front as well as the breakfast room and screen porch with fireplace to the rear. A huge bonus room adds flexible space.

Closeup of Plan #1239:

A three car garage with extra storage adds space for a third automobile or workshop. Inside, each bedroom features a walk-in closet and full bathroom, while a large utility room is down the hall. The kitchen includes a walk-in pantry and central island, and the dining room features a buffet nook for furniture. The master suite includes a sitting room, porch access and dual walk-in closets. The master bathroom has dual vanities, a walk-in shower, built-ins and a vaulted ceiling. The screened porch offers year-round outdoor living with a fireplace. A bonus room over the garage has nearly 800 square feet of space for hobbies or entertaining.

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BRAND NEW PLAN: The Rowan #1366

Originally a custom modification, the 2 bedroom Rowan Plan is the ideal empty-nester or vacation home!

Luxurious living in just over 1800 square feet

Bonus room and more

Photos already available

Get more information about the Rowan home design here.

Similar plans:

Modify Any Plan and Make it Your Own!