If you’ve found yourself circling the same few house plans over and over again, you’re not alone. One of the most common things we hear is: “I’ve admired your work for years, but I don’t know where to begin.”
Or “I will build a (house plan of choice) one day.”
Listen, we understand how big this decision is. Choosing a house plan is more than just selecting rooms on a page — it’s choosing how you’ll live every day with the ones you love most. For hopefully many, many years. It’s totally normal to feel overwhelmed.
That’s why we’ve spent decades refining our process. We design tools and resources to meet you wherever you are in your home-building journey.
Understanding When to Start Building a House
So how do you know when you’re ready to move forward? Here are some signs it might be time (in our opinion).
You’ve Been Researching for a While
You’ve likely saved photos, browsed hundreds of plans, and maybe even made a Pinterest board or two. If you’re starting to recognize what styles, layouts, and features you consistently come back to, that’s a sign your vision is starting to take shape. As humans, we like what we like—lean into that.
You’ve Narrowed in on a Lot or Location
Whether you’ve bought land or simply know where you want to build, understanding your location is key. Every lot has its own needs — setbacks, views, sun orientation. Knowing where your future home will sit helps you start narrowing in on the right plan. This part is so incredibly important.
You’re Clear on What You Don’t Want
Sometimes it’s easier to eliminate than to decide. If you’ve realized you don’t want an open concept kitchen, or that you definitely need a first-floor primary suite, you’re ahead of the game. Knowing what you don’t want is often the key to discovering what you do need.
You’re Revisiting the Same Plans
This is where it gets personal to us. If you keep returning to a few specific plans on our website, you’re probably closer than you think. That pull is worth listening to. Even if the plan isn’t perfect yet, it might be the ideal base to modify and make your own.
You’re Asking the Right Questions
When you start wondering about cost, builder timelines, or what’s included in our sets — that’s a sign you’re thinking like a future homeowner. You’re not just dreaming anymore. You’re planning. And we can help.
So, What’s Next?
If this sounds like you, we suggest starting with two simple steps:
- Take our HouseMatch Quiz. This tool helps you find plans based on your lifestyle, lot needs, and design preferences.
- Purchase a Study Set. These affordable, printable sets give you floor plans and elevations so you can take your ideas to a builder or just sit with the design and see how it feels.
You don’t have to know everything before you start. You just need the right support.
Let’s build something beautiful—together.
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