By David Porter AIA - consulting architect to the Garlinghouse Company since 1989 Since I am a licensed architect, I would be remiss if my answer wasn't just, "of course, you need only an architect." But, nah, for your use in designing a house, that isn't necessarily so. I will first explain...
Backyard decks are smart choice for entertaining, outdoor living They're comfortable. They can be a private sanctuary or party central. They're as close to home as you can get. And they often return as much money as it costs to build them. They are decks - a practical and enjoyable investment...
Search our Coastal Home Plans collection Nothing says "kick back and relax" like an elevated oceanfront view from a Coastal Home. The design element that is most characteristic of this style is the pier & pile foundation, which ensures that these homes stay put during hurricane season. Often referred to as Seaside Homes,...
Search our Cape Cod House Plans collection The scent of salty sea air. The sight of seagulls teetering on the wind. The sound of an unseen fog horn somewhere "out there." These are the things that most often come to mind when we think of Cape Cod style homes. Classic design elements that...
Search our Cabin Home Plans collection It's surprising how many people dream of one day having "a small cabin in the woods." For many, a Cabin would seem to be the ultimate setting for peaceful living, whether as a primary residence or vacation home. Although the Cabin's rustic nature is reminiscent of simpler times,...
Search our Bungalow Home Plans collection Bungalows are most often associated with "Craftsman" homes, but are certainly not limited to that particular architectural style. Bungalows generally have a compact, solid, horizontal look, often with low-slung roofs, front or side gables, and asymmetrical front porches. They are often thought of as being smaller in...
