House Plan Formats: What They Are and How to Choose…
When you find a house plan you love, choosing the right plan set option helps you move one step closer to making it real. Plan set options refer to the…
Popular House Plans with Photos: Recent Client Builds We’re Loving
If you’re in the early stages of planning a new home, sometimes the best inspiration comes from seeing how a design looks once it’s built. While floor plans and renderings…
10 House Plan Collections to Know About (and Why People…
When you’re building a home, it’s easy to get caught up in square footage and bedroom count. But sometimes, it’s one specific detail in a house plan that makes everything…
May Wrap-Up: New House Plans and a Better Way to…
If May flew by for you too, don’t worry—we’ve got your recap ready. This month, we made it easier for you to get the help you need with a redesigned…
Your Foundation Guide: How to Choose the Right One for…
If you’re just starting to plan your home, you’ve probably heard the word “foundation” come up a lot—and for good reason. While it might not be the flashiest part of…
Love Bold Design? These Contemporary House Plans Deliver
Contemporary homes are known for clean lines, open spaces, and light-filled interiors, but some go a step further. These two contemporary house plans do just that, combining striking rooflines, soaring…
6 House Plans with Garage Options We Love
We know that having a garage isn’t a must for everyone. That’s why we’re highlighting six individual house plans, presented in related pairs, that give you the option to choose…
Cost-to-Build Reports: A Better Way to Budget Your House Build
Wondering how much the custom home plan you’ve chosen will cost to build in your area? Don’t guess! Our Cost-to-Build Report can tell you quickly and easily.
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House Plan Formats: What They Are and How to Choose…
When you find a house plan you love, choosing the right plan set option helps you move one step closer to making it real. Plan set options refer to the…
Popular House Plans with Photos: Recent Client Builds We’re Loving
If you’re in the early stages of planning a new home, sometimes the best inspiration comes from seeing how a design looks once it’s built. While floor plans and renderings…
10 House Plan Collections to Know About (and Why People…
When you’re building a home, it’s easy to get caught up in square footage and bedroom count. But sometimes, it’s one specific detail in a house plan that makes everything…
May Wrap-Up: New House Plans and a Better Way to…
If May flew by for you too, don’t worry—we’ve got your recap ready. This month, we made it easier for you to get the help you need with a redesigned…
Your Foundation Guide: How to Choose the Right One for…
If you’re just starting to plan your home, you’ve probably heard the word “foundation” come up a lot—and for good reason. While it might not be the flashiest part of…
Love Bold Design? These Contemporary House Plans Deliver
Contemporary homes are known for clean lines, open spaces, and light-filled interiors, but some go a step further. These two contemporary house plans do just that, combining striking rooflines, soaring…
6 House Plans with Garage Options We Love
We know that having a garage isn’t a must for everyone. That’s why we’re highlighting six individual house plans, presented in related pairs, that give you the option to choose…
Cost-to-Build Reports: A Better Way to Budget Your House Build
Wondering how much the custom home plan you’ve chosen will cost to build in your area? Don’t guess! Our Cost-to-Build Report can tell you quickly and easily.
New House Plan Picks Over 3,000 Sq Ft
If you’re dreaming of a home with space to grow, entertain, and truly settle in, you’re in the right place. Each of these five house plans offers over 3,000 square…
April Wrap-Up: New Features, Easier Browsing and Fresh House Plans
As April winds down, we’re wrapping up the month with a few exciting updates—and some fresh house plans we think you’ll love. Whether you’re browsing from your laptop or phone,…
5 Exclusive House Plans with Bold Two-Tone Exteriors You’ll Love
We’re shining the spotlight on five brand-new exclusive house plans, each one only available on our site and designed to make a strong first impression. What ties them together? Eye-catching…
Why You’ll Love Having an Architectural Designs Account
When you’re exploring house plans, it’s helpful to have a place where everything comes together. With an Architectural Designs account, you can save the plans you love, hide and compare…
5 Gorgeous White Paint Colors for Home Exteriors
Featured Image: Farmhouse Plan 270040AF Choosing the perfect shade of white for your home’s exterior can be a seriously overwhelming task. If you’ve spent any time at all looking at…
Should You Paint Your House Black?
It’s no secret that black exteriors are trending bigtime. If you’ve fallen in love with this design choice, you might be wondering “should I paint my house black?”. The short…
What is a Barndominium?
Meet the Barndominium: the latest in home style trends that is sweeping the rural nation. Although loaded with character and curb appeal, let’s take a closer look at why this…
A Helpful Guide to Reading Blueprints
Do you want to read a blueprint like a pro? Familiarize yourself with the three most common views, and build your confidence when expected to understand house plans.
Plan Spotlight: Modern Farmhouse #623024DJ with Party Deck
Our brand new Modern Farmhouse Plan #623024DJ is full of amazing details. This gorgeous home plan is perfect for mid-size families who are looking for great entertaining spaces and plentiful…
Start a Pinterest Board for your Custom Home
Sifting through countless online house plans with little direction on your style preference is a definite burn-out strategy. Fear not! A Pinterest board will build inspiration and guide your search…
5 Stunning Scandinavian House Plans
Scandinavian home design is all about simplicity, functionality, and natural light. This increasingly popular style is characterized by its minimalist aesthetic, neutral color palette, and use of natural materials like…
Style Inspo: Organic Modern Farmhouse Plan
Disclosure: This post may contain affiliate links, meaning Architectural Designs gets a commission should you choose to purchase a product from the links below. Looking for interior inspo for your…
Top 5 Tips for Choosing the Right Home Builder
Your best friend’s second cousin built a custom home with foundation issues, which took 2 years longer then projected, and doubled the budget. Don’t let this happen to you! Follow…
5 Colors to Paint the Exterior of Your Home That…
Don’t get us wrong, we love a classic white exterior. But if you’re looking to stray from the norm with your paint color choices, white is probably not the route…
5 Gardening Shed Plans to Spruce Up Your Yard This…
If you’re feeling inspired to spend a bit more time out in the yard this season, whether it be gardening or other outdoor activities, having a designated storage shed might…
Building a Barndominium: 5 Plans for the Perfect Barndo
Barndominiums, or “Barndos”, are part of a creative new housing trend that are expanding beyond their original use as a practical option for residences on farms. Use them as vacation…