House Plan Blog

Modern Farmhouse Style: Where Comfort Meets Character

March 19, 2026|Donald A. Gardner Architects

Modern Farmhouse Home Designs Featuring crisp white exteriors, expansive windows, and welcoming porches, modern farmhouses blend timeless charm with versatile design. Whether grand or intimate, their simple yet cozy styles... Read more...

Front rendering of The Rilynn house plan 1589.

3 Small Modern Farmhouse Designs That Live Large

May 28, 2025|Donald A. Gardner Architects

Small modern farmhouse designs offer the perfect blend of charm, comfort, and functionality. These homes prioritize efficient layouts and smart use of space without sacrificing style. Signature farmhouse elements—such as... Read more...

Duplex house plan - Front rendering of The Olsen Plan 8105.

March 6, 2025|Donald A. Gardner Architects

Duplex house plans have gained significant popularity for their practicality, efficiency, and versatility. Whether you're an investor looking for a profitable rental property or a homeowner seeking additional living space,... Read more...

The Alice Photography | House Plan 1494

February 13, 2025|Donald A. Gardner Architects

We have new photography of The Alice house plan 1494! The Alice was built by Wayne Harbin Builder, Inc. in Yorktown, Virginia. Take a photo tour of this beautiful home! ... Read more...

Dusk front rendering of The Thorncrest house plan 1817.

House Plan 1817 | Modest Modern Farmhouse

January 16, 2025|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Thorncrest house plan 1817 is now available! The Thorncrest is a modest, modern farmhouse design by Donald A. Gardner Architects. With its narrow width and front-entry garage, this design... Read more...

Front rendering of The Marisa house plan 1597.

Modern Farmhouse Home Plans: Timeless Design Meets Modern Living

January 7, 2025|Donald A. Gardner Architects

Combining the rustic charm of traditional farmhouses with sleek, contemporary features, modern farmhouse home plans offer the perfect blend of warmth, functionality, and sophistication. Let’s dive into what makes this... Read more...

Top 10 House Plans of 2024

November 26, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

Join us as we countdown our top 10 performing house plans of 2024. See which plans our customers viewed, loved, and ultimately purchased the most this year. 10. The Jocelyn... Read more...

The Lorenzo Photography | House Plan 6005

October 29, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

We have new photography of The Lorenzo house plan 6005! The Lorenzo home plan 6005 was built by 20/20 Construction Company, Inc. in Siler City, North Carolina. This home was... Read more...

Front exterior of The Shirley house plan 1608.

The Shirley Photography | House Plan 1608

September 26, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

We have new photography of The Shirley house plan 1608! The Shirley home plan 1608 was built by Next Chapter Ventures, LLC in Beaufort, South Carolina. This two-story modern farmhouse... Read more...

Dusk front rendering of The Silverbrook house plan 1813.

House Plan 1813 | Cozy Modern Farmhouse

August 29, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Silverbrook house plan 1813 is now available! This cozy modern farmhouse from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a brick and siding façade with board-and-batten detailing. Multiple dormers and metal... Read more...

House Plan 1815 | Charming Modern Farmhouse

August 22, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Forest Haven house plan 1815 is now available! This charming modern farmhouse design from Donald A. Gardner Architects offers a modest floor plan wrapped in a stylish brick and... Read more...

House Plan 1818 | Modest Modern Farmhouse

August 15, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Goldbranch house plan 1818 is now available! This modest modern farmhouse from Donald A. Gardner Architects features excellent curb appeal with a board-and-batten façade enhanced by decorative gable trusses... Read more...

Dusk front rendering of The Virgil house plan 1564.

Virgil Plan 1564 | Updated Renderings

July 16, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Virgil house plan 1564 has a new look! This simple, modern farmhouse design from Donald A. Gardner Architects offers a board-and-batten exterior and large windows. Gables highlight the roof... Read more...

Lorenzo Plan 6005 | R2R Move-in Ready

July 10, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Lorenzo Plan 6005 is being built in Wewoka, OK! Chris Casey of Casey’s Classic Homes is currently building The Lorenzo Plan 6005 in Wewoka, Oklahoma. Follow the progress in... Read more...

Dusk front rendering of The Lucas house plan 1632.

House Plan 1632 | Simple Modern Farmhouse

June 27, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Lucas house plan 1632 is now available!This modest modern farmhouse design from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a simple board-and-batten façade with metal roof accents. A front porch welcomes... Read more...

Dusk front rendering of The Larissa house plan 1642.

House Plan 1642 | Wrap Around Porch Design

May 1, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Larissa house plan 1642 is now available! This modern farmhouse design from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a charming exterior with board-and-batten siding, decorative gable brackets, metal roof accents,... Read more...

Dusk front rendering of The Stargaze Grove house plan 1812.

House Plan 1812 | Five Bedroom Modern Farmhouse

April 2, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Stargaze Grove house plan 1812 is now available! This modern farmhouse design from Donald A. Gardner Architects is instantly appealing with a mix of vertical siding and board-and-batten. Decorative... Read more...

Dusk front rendering of The Thora house plan 1561

House Plan 1561 | Luxury Modern Farmhouse

April 1, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Thora house plan 1561 is now available! This sprawling one-story design from Donald A. Gardner Architects is family-friendly with an open floor plan, two master suites on opposite sides... Read more...

Lorenzo Plan 6005 | R2R Exterior & Interior Finishes

February 28, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Lorenzo Plan 6005 is being built in Wewoka, OK! Chris Casey of Casey’s Classic Homes is currently building The Lorenzo Plan 6005 in Wewoka, Oklahoma. Follow the progress in... Read more...

Dusk front rendering of The Naomi house plan 1809.

House Plan 1809 | Rustic Modern Farmhouse

February 14, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Naomi house plan 1809 is now available! Modern farmhouse style meets rustic charm in this one-story dream home from Donald A. Gardner Architects. The mix of horizontal and vertical... Read more...

Dusk front rendering of The Chloe house plan 1507.

House Plan 1507 | Two-Story Cottage

January 25, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Chloe house plan 1507 is now available! This two-story design from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a narrow width and a front entry garage. A mix of siding and... Read more...

Rilynn Plan 1589 | Updated Renderings

January 23, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Rilynn house plan 1589 has a new look! This simple modern farmhouse design from Donald A. Gardner Architects is enhanced by board-and-batten siding, bold gable brackets, and a statement-making... Read more...

Front rendering of The Timothy house plan 1803.

House Plan 1803 | Tiny Modern Farmhouse

January 18, 2024|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Timothy house plan 1803 is now available! With modern farmhouse flair, this tiny house plan from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a board-and-batten façade and decorative gable trusses. The... Read more...

House Plan 1633-D | Walkout Modern Farmhouse

December 28, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Raymond house plan 1633-D is now available! This family-friendly design from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a modern farmhouse façade and a walkout basement foundation. The simple board-and-batten exterior... Read more...

Best Photography of 2023

December 22, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

Top 10 Photographed house Plans of 2023 As the year comes to an end, let’s look back at all the beautiful new Don Gardner photography of 2023! The Chaucer Plan... Read more...

House Plan 1661 | Luxury Modern Farmhouse

December 18, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Caldwell house plan 1661 is now available! This sprawling ranch home plan from Donald A. Gardner Architects features a family-friendly floor plan with a rear located garage. The board-and-batten... Read more...

Top 10 House Plans of 2023

November 30, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

Join us as we countdown our top 10 performing house plans of 2023. See which plans our customers viewed, loved, and ultimately purchased the most this year. The Tanglewood Plan... Read more...

Lorenzo Plan 6005 | Rendering-to-Reality

November 17, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Lorenzo Plan 6005 is being built in Wewoka, OK! Chris Casey of Casey’s Classic Homes is currently building The Lorenzo Plan 6005 in Wewoka, Oklahoma. Follow the progress in... Read more...

The Jocelyn House Plan 1385 | Insulation Sheetrock & Siding

November 13, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Jocelyn house plan 1385 is under construction in Virginia! J & R Custom Builders, LLC is currently building The Jocelyn plan 1385 in the Hampton Roads area of Virginia.... Read more...

House Plan 1607 | One-Story Modern Farmhouse

November 9, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Germaine house plan 1607 is now available! This dreamy modern farmhouse from Don Gardner Architects features a stylish board-and-batten façade with multiple gables to catch the attention of onlookers.... Read more...

House Plan 1656-D | Luxury Hillside Walkout

October 26, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

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... Read more...

House Plan 8102 | Duplex Design

October 23, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Phelps house plan 8102 is now available! Discover double the cottage charm in this efficient one-story duplex design from Donald A. Gardner Architects. Mirrored gables, shutters, and a cozy... Read more...

House Plan 1655 | Two-Story Cottage

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...

The Sloan 1528 | Rendering-to-Reality

August 17, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Sloan House Plan 1528 is being built in Northern California, Sierra Foothills! Evans Construction Company, Inc. is currently building The Sloan 1528 house plan. Follow the progress in this... 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...

Thomasina House Plan 1497 | Rendering-to-Reality

August 1, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Thomasina House Plan 1497 is being built in Rockwood, TN! Neil Crass of Steward Construction is currently building The Thomasina house plan 1497 in Rockwood, Tennessee. Follow the progress... Read more...

Sawyer Plan 1422 | Rendering-to-Reality

July 27, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Sawyer Plan 1422 is being built in Quitman, LA! Tony Savana with A&M Builders is currently building The Sawyer Plan 1422 in Quitman, Louisiana. Follow the progress in this... Read more...

Calvin Plan 1604 | Rendering-to-Reality

June 13, 2023|Donald A. Gardner Architects

The Calvin Plan 1604 is being built in Carrollton, Georgia! Kenny Everette of Danajon Builders is currently building The Calvin plan 1604. Follow the progress in this Rendering-to-Reality story, from... 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...

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 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 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...