House Plan Blog

Modern Farmhouse Style: Where Comfort Meets Character
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...
3 Small Modern Farmhouse Designs That Live Large
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...
The Rising Popularity of Duplex Houses: What You Need to Know
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,...
The Alice Photography | House Plan 1494
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! ...
House Plan 1817 | Modest Modern Farmhouse
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...
Modern Farmhouse Home Plans: Timeless Design Meets Modern Living
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...
Top 10 House Plans of 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...
The Lorenzo Photography | House Plan 6005
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...
The Shirley Photography | House Plan 1608
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...
House Plan 1813 | Cozy Modern Farmhouse
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...
House Plan 1815 | Charming Modern Farmhouse
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...
House Plan 1818 | Modest Modern Farmhouse
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...
Virgil Plan 1564 | Updated Renderings
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...
Lorenzo Plan 6005 | R2R Move-in Ready
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...
House Plan 1632 | Simple Modern Farmhouse
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...
House Plan 1642 | Wrap Around Porch Design
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,...
House Plan 1812 | Five Bedroom Modern Farmhouse
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...
House Plan 1561 | Luxury Modern Farmhouse
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...
Lorenzo Plan 6005 | R2R Exterior & Interior Finishes
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...
House Plan 1809 | Rustic Modern Farmhouse
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...
House Plan 1507 | Two-Story Cottage
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...
Rilynn Plan 1589 | Updated Renderings
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...
House Plan 1803 | Tiny Modern Farmhouse
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...
House Plan 1633-D | Walkout Modern Farmhouse
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...
Best Photography of 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...
House Plan 1661 | Luxury Modern Farmhouse
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...
Top 10 House Plans of 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...
Lorenzo Plan 6005 | Rendering-to-Reality
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...
The Jocelyn House Plan 1385 | Insulation Sheetrock & Siding
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....
House Plan 1607 | One-Story Modern Farmhouse
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....
House Plan 1656-D | Luxury Hillside Walkout
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...
House Plan 8102 | Duplex Design
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...
House Plan 1655 | Two-Story Cottage
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...
The Sloan 1528 | Rendering-to-Reality
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...
House Plan 1657 | Modest Modern Farmhouse
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,...
Thomasina House Plan 1497 | Rendering-to-Reality
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...
Sawyer Plan 1422 | Rendering-to-Reality
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...
Calvin Plan 1604 | Rendering-to-Reality
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...
House Plan 1649 | Two-Story Modern Farmhouse
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...
House Plan 1537 | Small Modern Farmhouse
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...
House Plan 1538 | Rustic Modern Farmhouse
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...
House Plan 1651 | Modest Modern Farmhouse
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...
House Plan 1551 | One-Story Modern Farmhouse
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....
Home Plan 1530 | Luxury Modern Farmhouse
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...
House Plan 1631 | Two-Story Modern Farmhouse
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...
House Plan 1541 | Thoughtful Modern Farmhouse
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...
House Plan 1606 | Simple Modern Farmhouse
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...
Best House Plans of 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...
House Plan 1639 | Two-Story Barndominium
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...
House Plan 1609-D | Walkout Basement Design
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...