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Granny Units on Houseplans.com

Granny Units on Houseplans.com

An introduction to granny units, including a tour of our Plan 507-1 by Larson Shores Architects.

The New Transitional Style

The New Transitional Style

Boyce reports on the blending of Traditional and Modern elements as the big new style trend in home building.

Plans with Flexible Guest Suites

Plans with Flexible Guest Suites

Do you want to include room for in-laws or aging parents in your new home? Here are several ways to go.

Tiny Homes for the Homeless

Tiny Homes for the Homeless

Joyanna reports on a new community that's building some of our Tiny Home plans.

Stock Plans Then & Now

Stock Plans Then & Now

A short history of stock house plans, from the Renaissance to today.

What Makes a Top Selling Plan?

What Makes a Top Selling Plan?

Comfort and functionality are only part of what makes a good house plan. Here are other elements to consider.

Party Season Homes

Party Season Homes

Boyce explains how a house can adapt for holiday entertaining.

The Year's Top Plan Collections

The Year's Top Plan Collections

Modern, Farmhouse, and Craftsman style plans are among the most popular collections on Houseplans.com.

Home Work

Home Work

The home as "incubator building," and other office ideas.

Trend Watch: Double Master Suites

Trend Watch: Double Master Suites

House plans with two master suites are becoming more popular.

Watch That Layout! Avoid Dead Ends

Watch That Layout! Avoid Dead Ends

Well thought out circulation in a floor plan is important for air flow, balanced light, and overall comfort.

Halloween Curb Appeal

Halloween Curb Appeal

Houses that rise to special occasions like Halloween with generous entries and dramatic lighting.

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