House Plan Blog

Why You Need an Engineer to Review Your House Plans
Why You Need an Engineer to Review Your House Plans
|Dana Gibson
When you’re planning to build a home one of the most important (and sometimes overlooked) steps is making sure your plans meet local building codes. While stock house plans are... Read more...
How to Select a House Plan That Truly Fits Your Lifestyle and Future Needs
How to Select a House Plan That Truly Fits Your Lifestyle and Future Needs
|Dana Gibson
Common Mistakes People Make When Choosing a House Plan That Doesn’t Fit Their Lifestyle Choosing a house plan is one of the most exciting parts of building your dream home... Read more...
Can We Afford to Build It?
Can We Afford to Build It?
|Dana Gibson
One of the biggest mistakes people make when planning their dream home is underestimating how much it actually costs to build. Many homeowners are surprised to learn that the house... Read more...
How Accurate Are Online Home Construction Calculators?
How Accurate Are Online Home Construction Calculators?
|Dana Gibson
If you’re planning to build a home, you’ve probably come across online construction cost calculators that claim to tell you exactly what your dream home will cost. While these tools... Read more...
The High Pointe House Plan 713 | Rendering-to-Reality – Interior Finishes
The High Pointe House Plan 713 | Rendering-to-Reality – Interior Finishes
|Dana Gibson
The High Pointe Plan 713 is currently under construction in Lesage, West Virginia! Elite Builders and Contracting, LLC is bringing this stunning design to life, and we’re documenting every step... Read more...
Stock House Plans: Smart, Simple, Affordable
Stock House Plans: Smart, Simple, Affordable
|Dana Gibson
When you imagine building a new home, you might think you need to hire an architect to design it from scratch — but for over a century, millions of homes... Read more...
Not All House Plans Have Them – Make Sure Your's Does
Not All House Plans Have Them – Make Sure Your's Does
|Dana Gibson
So, you're on the hunt for the perfect house plan. You've got your checklist ready: spacious kitchen, cozy utility room, and a bathroom that's both functional and fabulous. But have... Read more...
Setbacks Can Set You Back
Setbacks Can Set You Back
|Dana Gibson
When you're planning to build your dream home, there’s a lot more to consider than just floor plans and paint swatches. One often overlooked — but critically important — element... Read more...
Are House Plans Purchased Online Safe?
Are House Plans Purchased Online Safe?
|Dana Gibson
In an age where nearly anything can be purchased online—from groceries to cars—it's only natural to wonder: Are house plans bought online actually safe to use? While online house plans... Read more...
Why Architectural Plans Are Worth the Investment (Even When They Seem Expensive)
Why Architectural Plans Are Worth the Investment (Even When They Seem Expensive)
|Dana Gibson
When you're building a home, it's easy to get sticker shock from the cost of architectural plans. It can be tempting to cut corners, download a generic plan online, or... Read more...
Whats the deal with Barndominiums?
Whats the deal with Barndominiums?
|Dana Gibson
Have you ever heard of a Barndominium and thought, "What in the world is that?" Well, fear not, because we're here to break it down for you in the most... Read more...
Custom vs. Stock – Which Plan Is Right for You?
Custom vs. Stock – Which Plan Is Right for You?
|Dana Gibson
When you’re ready to build your dream home, one of the first big decisions you’ll face is whether to buy a stock house plan or hire an architect to create... Read more...