James Abram Garfield, who was born on a frontier farm in Ohio, chose a farmhouse for his family’s “forever” home. The lush lawns of Lawnfield, with its famous front porch, provided the stage from which Garfield conducted the campaign that got him elected the 20th President of the United States.

There’s more to the natural beauty of Yellowstone, Yosemite, and the other National Parks that captivates the visitors who wander the grounds every year. Part of the appeal: the National Park structures, with their rustic architecture highlighting a back-to-nature aesthetic. Here’s how “parkitecture” is incorporated in modern home-design concepts.

The man cave has been steadily gaining popularity in home building recently. Today some man caves even feature amenities such as a separate shower, media display, gym equipment or a full bar. Keep in mind, having one’s own personalized space is actually often psychologically good for everyone!

This house seems as though it was hewn from the mountain side with its rock base and wood finish. The exposed rough cut beams unite it with the landscape.

This eponymous architectural style has been adapted to the gorgeous natural beauty, sub-tropical climate, and weather conditions of the Lowcountry region along the coasts of South Carolina and Georgia. Just as historic and diverse as New England architecture, Lowcountry homes can be cottages, contemporary Farmhouses, modern Country, Coastal, and more.

Are you planning to build a home that’s over 5,000 square feet? You’re in for an adventure. Here, we’ll cover the main pros, cons, layouts, and features of homes this big and larger, so you know exactly what to expect throughout the entire process.

Finding the perfect plan for your dream home doesn’t have to be difficult! Because The Plan Collection has thousands of options to choose from, some might find searching our site a bit tricky, so we’ve created this step-by-step guide to make things even easier for you.

Whether inspired by the majestic columns of Mount Vernon’s mansion or the classic simplicity of Abraham Lincoln’s Greek Revival summer home, historic-style house plans have captivated and fascinated designers and builders with their enduring allure and unique architectural design.

For many homeowners, the coming of warmer weather means enjoying time outside on a cozy and inviting patio, porch, or deck. Color, furniture, outdoor kitchens, outdoor fireplaces, and more all go into creating a relaxing space for you and your family to enjoy. But which space is best for you?

Working with local designers and officials to get plans drawn for a garage can be tedious. We feature pre-drawn garage plans with shops and apartments at lower cost.