Why Building Codes Matter One of the most common surprises for new homebuilders comes after the excitement of purchasing a house plan. You’ve chosen the perfect design, but when you take it to your local building department for permits, you’re told it doesn’t fully comply with local building codes. Suddenly, the...
A Modern Farmhouse That Gets It Right Some homes just “get it.” They strike the perfect balance between charm and function, between timeless style and modern convenience. Plan 84705 is one of those homes. With 2,343 sq. ft. of living space, 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, and a two-car side-load garage,...
Building a custom home is a dream, but managing the budget doesn’t have to feel like a nightmare. In fact, with thoughtful planning and some smart tools, you can tackle this milestone with confidence—and maybe even with a sense of excitement over staying on track. The Cost Reality True transparency begins with...
When you purchase a house plan online, it may feel like you’ve just “bought” the design outright—something you now own like a piece of furniture or a car. But in reality, what you’re purchasing is a license to use the designer’s work, not ownership of the design itself. This distinction...
A Fresh Take on the Modern Farmhouse The Modern Farmhouse style has captured the hearts of homeowners for more than a decade, but today’s designs are pushing the envelope with bold new aesthetics. Plan 41481, Moody and Modern Farmhouse, takes everything people love about the farmhouse look—open layouts, welcoming porches, and...
For many first-time homebuilders, the moment of breaking ground feels like the start of a long-awaited dream. Blueprints are finalized, budgets are balanced, and the anticipation of watching walls rise from bare earth is almost too exciting to put into words. But talk to anyone who has built before, and...
There’s nothing more exciting than seeing brand-new designs come to life. At Family Home Plans, we’re always adding to our collection—bringing you the latest styles, layouts, and features that today’s homeowners are searching for. In this article, we’re highlighting some of our newest house plans, each carefully designed to combine...
There’s a certain nostalgia that comes with a ranch home. Maybe you remember growing up on a quiet cul-de-sac where the houses sat low and wide, each with its own tidy yard and long driveway. Kids rode bikes in circles until the streetlights came on, while parents chatted in lawn...
Before the walls go up and the foundation is poured, your dream home begins with something even more important—the land it will sit on. Choosing the right lot is one of the most critical decisions you’ll make in the home-building process. The lot you select impacts not only the design...
Charming Lakeside Home Plan 100139 catches your eye with bright vertical white siding and the natural wood arbor over the garage door. Welcome to the porch where the arched entryway is illuminated by the welcoming glow of a farmhouse style light fixture. In addition to the covered...
