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Decorating with Shiplap – A Modern Farmhouse Must!

Published on March 23, 2019March 23, 2019 by Leah Serra
Using Shiplap Decor

The votes are in and decorating with shiplap is here to stay! Shiplap can add texture and appeal to any part of your floor plan. This multi-functional material goes perfectly with today’s popular homey, comfy, and rustic designs. Everyone loves the look of fitted barnwood, but how can you...

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Find a Cheap to Build Home Plan

Published on March 9, 2019March 9, 2019 by Leah Serra
Cheap to Build House Plan

Building from a new home plan is an exciting and life changing experience! But how can you find a cheap to build home that you’ll love? You don’t have to trim down your must-have list to stay budget-conscious! These 5 easy tips will have you building your budget-friendly dream...

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A Country Craftsman from Our Customer Preferred House Plans

Published on February 15, 2019February 15, 2019 by Leah Serra
House Plan 9898: Country Craftsman Front Elevation

New to our popular collection of Customer Preferred House Plans is this family-friendly country Craftsman. We’ve listened to customer reviews, thoughts, and floor plan modifications while elevating a best-selling home plan to create it. The popular House Plan 4422 has become even more affordable, entertainment-ready, and multi-functional. Direct from...

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Choosing the Ideal Beach Home Plan

Published on February 2, 2019February 2, 2019 by Leah Serra

You’ve found that perfect piece of land – now to find the perfect beach home floor plan to go with it! But where do you start? Get ready to create your must-have list with a little help from Direct from the Designers. We’ve gathered some of our customers’ must-have...

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Tips for Designing a Home with Great Entertainment Spaces

Published on December 13, 2016December 11, 2016 by admin

Whether you're looking to buy your first home or investing in your own vacation escape, you'll want to make sure that you have the perfect space for a party.

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Decorating Your Home Interior for Halloween

Published on October 25, 2015October 26, 2015 by admin

Are you excited for Halloween? Do you want to spread your enthusiasm for this fun holiday throughout your home, but don’t know how to do it justice? It isn’t as easy to decorate your interior as it is the exterior of your house, because you have already made so...

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How to Choose the Right Bathroom Sink

Published on November 14, 2014November 7, 2014 by admin

Whether getting ready for work or brushing teeth before school, families inevitably spend a lot of time in front of the bathroom sink - making this an important decision when designing a home.

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Fall Decorating Ideas & Tips from Direct from the Designers House Plans

Published on October 3, 2014October 1, 2014 by Jordan Koonts

Decorating your home for the fall months can be both an enjoyable time spent with family and relatively inexpensive. There are plenty of great things about this particular time of year like the return of cooler temperatures (gather round the fireplace), fall colors and nature changing before our eyes...

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Everything You Need to Know About Exterior Doors

Published on September 26, 2014September 19, 2014 by admin

For most people, exterior doors provide three things: security, weather protection, and style. There are many different styles to choose from that will allow all three things. You can get paneled, flush, or glass in front entry doors, back doors, French doors, sliding doors, and patio doors. Paneled...

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A Tale of Two Bedrooms

Published on February 27, 2014April 10, 2014 by admin

No matter the house plan - nor the size of the room - homeowners can design a high-comfort bedroom.

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