Craftsman house plans: a style renaissance
Craftsman house plans first gained widespread popularity in the late 19th century and remained a popular house plan style through the early 20th century. Recently the Craftsman style has seen a revival in popularity and demand, making it one of our top-selling styles today.
Craftsman homes are closely related to bungalow style homes, but can be one or two stories, and are fashioned with Northwestern design elements. The style was born of the arts and crafts movement, and it's not uncommon to see wood elements throughout the interior.
Our portfolio includes Craftsman house plans from several different designers and architects and there are many sizes and styles from each. Craftsman homes are popular in both country and suburban settings because of their sturdy construction, flexible floor plans and distinctive appearance.
Cottage home plans for cozy weekend retreats
If you're looking to build a small getaway home for comfortable weekend retreats, then you should consider building with cabin or cottage home plans. Both of these plan styles are similar in square footage (less than 1200 square feet) and most fit well on narrow lots, making them perfect for a vacation home or secondary residence.
Although small, these plans home plans offer much versatility in style. You can go the rustic route and make your cabin look like a haven in the wilderness, or choose the quaint and charming look of an English cottage.
Although quaint, these cottages are built to be functional and make the best use of the space at hand. Decks and covered porches are wonderful additions to cottage house plans because they allow you to relax and take in the beauty of your surroundings.
