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New House PlansBuilding a home in 2026 comes with more questions than ever. Costs feel unpredictable. Timelines matter more. And many homeowners are trying to balance good design with realistic expectations. That’s why more people are pausing to ask a smart, practical question: Is there a better way to build right now? For many, the answer is […]
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New House PlansA Triple Win at Overlook (22378) We’re excited to share that one of our recent designs, Overlook (22378), earned a trio of NAHB 2025 Lighthouse Awards—Best Overall, Best Exterior, and Best Bath. Beautifully built and finished by Front Light Building Co., the home reflects the kind of well-proportioned architecture we love: welcoming forms, balanced scale, […]
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New House PlansWe’re honored to share that our Washington Duplex was awarded the 2024 Urban Guild Merit Award for Design Excellence—a recognition that celebrates innovative architecture rooted in tradition and responsive to the evolving needs of our communities. This plan began as a design challenge: How do you create housing that fits within the architectural language of […]
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New House PlansAs we head into 2025, home design trends is taking a refreshing turn. People are moving away from the overly modern, minimalist look that’s dominated in recent years and leaning into something warmer and more personal. This year is all about finding comfort in what feels familiar. It’s about blending the charm of the past […]
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New House PlansAs the year draws to a close, we’re reflecting on our most popular house plans of 2024 that captured hearts and sparked imaginations on social media. From cozy retreats to timeless treasures, here are the top three most-loved designs of the year: The Eden (203158), The Holiday House (21310), and The Griffin (17301). Most Popular […]
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New House PlansAs we look to the horizon of 2024, a transformative trend is making waves in the property market: Build-to-Rent (BTR). This emergent paradigm is not just a fleeting trend but a significant shift in housing dynamics, presenting builders with a lucrative opportunity to innovate in the way we create communities. The Build-to-Rent Revolution At its […]
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