House Plan Blog

August 29, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

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... Read more...

House Plan 1657 | Modest Modern Farmhouse

August 15, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Jamie house plan 1657 is now available! This charming modern farmhouse design from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a simple board-and-batten façade and a welcoming front porch. Continuing inside,... Read more...

House Plan 1576 | Craftsman Ranch Design

July 19, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Felicity house plan 1576 is now available! This one-story ranch house plan from Don Gardner is instantly appealing with a stone and siding façade and a center roof dormer.... Read more...

House Plan 1616-D | Craftsman Hillside Walkout

July 7, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Penelope house plan 1616-D is now available! This hillside walkout design from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a stunning mix of exterior materials, including cedar shakes, stone, and arched... Read more...

House Plan 1393 | Small Modern Dream Home

June 16, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Leon house plan 1393 is now available! This small modern dream home from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a low slope roof and a stylish board-and-batten façade. A front-entry,... Read more...

House Plan 1652 | Small Craftsman Design

June 8, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Harrington house plan 1652 is now available! This modest one-story house plan from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a modern farmhouse façade with stone, decorative gable trusses, and metal... Read more...

House Plan 1649 | Two-Story Modern Farmhouse

May 15, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Ezra house plan 1649 is now available! This small modern farmhouse from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a simple board-and-batten façade with metal roof accents. Dormers add interest to... Read more...

House Plan 1537 | Small Modern Farmhouse

April 27, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Freya house plan 1537 is now available! This efficient modern farmhouse design from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a mix of board-and-batten and vertical siding while decorative gable brackets... Read more...

House Plan 1538 | Rustic Modern Farmhouse

April 12, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Cyrus house plan 1538 is now available! This charming modern farmhouse design is instantly appealing with a courtyard entry garage, decorative gable trusses, and metal roof accents. The front... Read more...

House Plan 1651 | Modest Modern Farmhouse

March 29, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Quinn house plan 1651 is now available! Designed for simple living, this modern farmhouse design from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a mix of vertical and horizontal siding with... Read more...

House Plan 1551 | One-Story Modern Farmhouse

March 20, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Watson house plan 1551 is now available! This impressive modern farmhouse from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a board-and-batten façade adorned with rustic gable brackets and metal roof accents.... Read more...

Home Plan 1530 | Luxury Modern Farmhouse

February 14, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Lambert home plan 1530 is now available! This two-story modern farmhouse design from Donald A. Gardner Architects is instantly appealing with symmetrical gables and metal roof accents. Multiple sets... Read more...

House Plan 1631 | Two-Story Modern Farmhouse

February 10, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Elizabeth house plan 1631 is now available! This modern farmhouse design from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a board-and-batten façade highlighted by decorative gable trusses, shutters, and spacious front... Read more...

House Plan 1541 | Thoughtful Modern Farmhouse

January 16, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Jude house plan 1541 is now available! This modern farmhouse design from Donald A. Gardner Architects creates a welcoming entry with a sprawling front porch. The simple board-and-batten exterior... Read more...

House Plan 1606 | Simple Modern Farmhouse

January 4, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Alastor house plan 1606 is now available! This charming modern farmhouse design from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a board-and-batten facade with decorative gable trusses. Black frame windows and... Read more...

2023 Color Trends | Color of the Year

December 29, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

2023 Color Trends Whether you are building a new home in 2023 or are looking to refresh your current house, picking paint colors can be a daunting task. Draw some... Read more...

House Plan 1635 | Rustic Farmhouse

December 27, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Otis house plan 1635 is now available! See all the details of The Otis house plan 1635 on our website! Read more...

Best Photography of 2022

December 19, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

Top 10 Photographed House Plans of 2022! We love getting to see our house plans come to life with beautiful new photography! Browse our collection of the best photography of... Read more...

House Plan 1523 | Rustic Dream Home

December 8, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Constance house plan 1523 is now available! This two-story rustic house plan from Donald A. Gardner Architects features stone, metal roof accents, and decorative gable brackets. A courtyard... Read more...

Best House Plans of 2022

November 22, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

Check out our top 10 preforming house plans of 2022! We've rounded up our top 10 house plans of 2022. Below you will find the best of the best, from... Read more...

House Plan 1624 | Rustic One-Story Farmhouse

November 21, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Beatrice house plan 1624 is now available! This farmhouse plan from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a board-and-batten façade complemented by brick and stone. Decorative trusses adorn the gables... Read more...

House Plan 1634 | Two-Story Cottage Design

November 9, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Pinewood Cottage house plan 1634 is now available! This charming cottage from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a simple siding façade with cedar shakes, stone, and metal roof accents.... Read more...

Tips For Moving Into A Newly Built House

November 2, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

Tips For Moving Into Your Newly Built House Buying and moving into a newly built house is an exciting experience. It can feel like your home is a blank canvas... Read more...

House Plan 1639 | Two-Story Barndominium

November 1, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Buttercup house plan 1639 is now available! This barndominium house plan from Donald A. Gardner Architects is the perfect blend of country charm and modern amenities. The board-and-batten façade... Read more...

House Plan 1623 | European Dream Home

October 25, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Ingrid house plan 1623 is now available! This European-inspired house plan from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a board-and-batten exterior complemented by stone and cedar shakes. The hip roof... Read more...

House Plan 1391 | Two-Story Bungalow

October 11, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Owen house plan 1391 is now available! This two-story bungalow from Donald A. Gardner Architects features an eye-catching center dormer and a spacious front porch with bold tapered columns.... Read more...

House Plan 1609-D | Walkout Basement Design

September 27, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Colville house plan 1609-D is now available! This hillside walkout dream home is overflowing with luxury amenities, from the split, three-car garage to dual master suites on the first... Read more...

House Plan 1385 | Small Cottage Design

August 30, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Jocelyn house plan 1385 is now available! This small house plan from Donald A. Gardner Architects is ideal for a narrow lot with a slender width and a front... Read more...

House Plan 1619 | One-Story Modern Farmhouse

August 17, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Finnian house plan 1619 is now available! Dramatic gables draw attention to this modern farmhouse dream home from Donald A. Gardner Architects. Metal roof awnings and black windows create... Read more...

House Plan 1626 | Unique European Design

August 17, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Logan house plan 1626 is now available! This unique European-inspired design from Donald A. Gardner Architects draws instant attention with an elegant eyebrow dormer complemented by arched windows. Clipped... Read more...

House Plan 1601 | Tiny Cabin Design

June 28, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Dwight house plan 1601 is now available! The Dwight is a tiny cabin design with 753 sq ft, one bedroom, and one bathroom. This house plan is ideal for... Read more...

House Plan 1614 | Family Modern Farmhouse

May 27, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Arlene house plan 1614 is now available! This modern farmhouse design features a dramatic center dormer over a sprawling front porch. The simple board-and-batten siding is complemented by metal... Read more...

House Plan 1615 | One-Story Craftsman

May 25, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Rupert house plan 1615 is now available! This one-story Craftsman house plan from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a courtyard entry garage and is adorned with arched gable trusses,... Read more...

House Plan 1471 | Contemporary Ranch Plan

April 27, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Pruitt house plan 1471 is now available! This contemporary ranch house plan from Donald A. Gardner Architects is wrapped in stone and cedar shakes and a low-profile roof is... Read more...

House Plan 1617 | Three Bedroom Farmhouse

March 29, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Audrey house plan 1617 is now available! This modern farmhouse home plan from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a stylish façade and a family friendly floor plan. The white board-and-batten exterior is complemented by metal roof accents and black frame windows. The welcoming front porch provides space for a bench or rocking chairs. Thoughtfully placed skylights and sun tunnels brighten the interior while front and rear porches extend living outdoors. A cathedral ceiling tops the great room and island kitchen, visually expanding the open living space. A fireplace and... Read more...

House Plan 1608 | Two-Story Modern Farmhouse

March 1, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Shirley house plan 1608 is now available! See all the details of The Shirley house plan 1608 on our website! Please take a few moments to tell us what... Read more...

House Plan 1571 | Small Modern Farmhouse

February 1, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Grindelwald house plan 1571 is now available! See all the details of The Grindelwald house plan 1571 on our website! Please take a few moments to tell us what... Read more...

Which Rendering/Style do you Prefer?

January 14, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

We need your feedback! Please rank these from A-E (favorite to least favorite) in the comments below. Comment below ranking your favorite rendering/style to your least favorite rendering/style using the... Read more...

House Plan 1610-D | Five Bedroom Home Design

January 10, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Nikolai house plan 1610-D is now available! See all the details of The Nikolai house plan 1610-D on our website! Please take a few moments to tell us what... Read more...

How to Hide Eyesores Around the House

January 6, 2022|Donald A. Gardner Architects

From messy cords to HVAC grills, here are some clever ways to hide those necessary eyesores: Conceal laundry hampers in an easy-access drawer Whether you upgrade an old piece of... Read more...