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Affordable Fireplaces for Your Home Design

Published on February 9, 2013July 24, 2015 by Lauren Busser

No matter what size or style home you have, adding a fireplace to your home design will create a warm and cozy living space. Traditional fireplaces are not the most energy efficient, but you can still enjoy the comfort and warmth of a fire without wasting energy by installing an...

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House Plans: Inspiring Outdoor Living Spaces

Published on July 15, 2012 by Jordan Koonts

Now that summer is in full swing it is the perfect time to think about cookouts, backyard swimming and creating outdoor living space to enjoy with family and friends.  Something as simple as a covered patio or a grilling station or as extravagant as a fully functional outdoor kitchen...

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Celebrate Mother’s Day with a Dream House Plan

Published on May 12, 2012May 12, 2012 by Jordan Koonts

Celebrate mother’s special day with a dream house plan from Direct from the Designers, where she will feel like the queen of the castle. If she loves to cook, surprise her with a home plan with a fully equipped gourmet kitchen. Special attention has been give to create functional...

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House Plans: New Energy Efficient Mountain Lodge Log House Plan

Published on December 15, 2011February 27, 2020 by Jordan Koonts

Direct from the Designers newest energy efficient house plan is a two-story lodge log home. This new mountain house plan features plenty of windows for natural light and warmth, which helps reduce the cost of heating and electricity during the day. You can learn more about building a green...

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House Plans: Her Dream Home from Direct from the Designers features House Plans with Great Curb Appeal

Published on November 4, 2011February 27, 2020 by Jordan Koonts

      This latest issue of Her Dream Home from Direct from the Designers House Plans features great fall decorating ideas & tips that will inspire homeowners to dress up the porch, light up the home’s exterior, carve a pumpkin, roll out the welcome mat, make a homemade...

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House Plans featuring Eco-Friendly Kitchens

Published on October 5, 2011February 27, 2020 by Jordan Koonts

A recent issue of Dream Green by Direct from the Designers House Plans is all about satisfying home builders craving for creating an eco-friendly kitchen. After all, the kitchen is one of the most popular rooms in any home and a key ingredient to any well-designed house plan. It is the...

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Selecting the Right House Plan

Published on August 18, 2011February 27, 2020 by Jordan Koonts

Since building a home will most likely be one of the biggest projects of your lifetime, it is important that you select the right house plan for your needs, lifestyle and budget. Remember that you’re not just purchasing a home plan for today, but for a growing and exciting...

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New European Green Design Voted “Best Outdoor Living”

Published on April 3, 2011February 27, 2020 by Jordan Koonts

Everything about this European house plan is green, especially the way it integrates the indoor and outdoor living spaces. From sustainable materials like stone and stucco to barrel tile roofs to energy-efficient appliances to eco-friendly floors, countertops and decorative millwork – this home is designed to last forever. This...

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Get the American Dream with the Right Floor Plans from the Best Designers

Published on November 1, 2010September 3, 2011 by admin

In its simplest form, a house is a structure that has four sides, a front door, a backdoor, windows and a roof. While most houses retain most or all of these characteristics, variation does exist. The materials used to build houses often vary, while the houses’ colors are also...

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New House Plan Magazine Targets Women and Green Building

Published on October 29, 2010February 27, 2020 by Jordan Koonts

Her Dream Home is a new magazine from the editors at Dream House Plans, Home Plans, Floor Plans featuring the most beautiful collection of green house plans to fit your lifestyle and budget. Find the best ideas and advice for building and designing your home, all in one place....

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