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The Kitchen Conundrum: A Guide to Open-Concept vs. Closed Kitchens

by Jessica Craig

In the realm of home design, few decisions hold as much weight as the layout of the kitchen. It serves as the heart of the home, where culinary delights are crafted and cherished memories are made. Two primary kitchen designs dominate the modern architectural landscape: open-concept kitchens and closed kitchens.

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New House Plan: Santa Rosa 30-800

By: Debbie McAlexander on 7th Apr 2011

Santa Rosa 30-800 Bright tile caps the smooth stucco of this three-level Southwestern house plan, designed for construction on a slope. The living room/kitchen has a fireplace, recessed home ...

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New House Plan: Santa Rosa

Mud Rooms & Halls

By: Debbie McAlexander on 6th Apr 2011

The concept of a "mud room" varies from one geographic location to another. Warmer, dryer climates will not require the same amenities as cooler, damper climates. The concept of a ...

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Mud Rooms & Halls

New House Plan: Fern View 30-766

By: Debbie McAlexander on 25th Mar 2011

Fern View 30-766 Slender posts provide graceful accents to the open and welcoming front porch of this ranch home plan. Light washes into the vaulted great room through wide windows that fill ...

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New House Plan: Fern View

New House Plan: Riverton 30-811

By: Debbie McAlexander on 17th Mar 2011

Riverton 30-811 While this compact ranch-style cottage is designed to sit on land that slopes down at the rear, minimal changes would allow construction on level ground. Vaulted ceilings in ...

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New House Plan: Riverton

New House Plan: Meadow Lake 30-767

By: Debbie McAlexander on 3rd Mar 2011

Meadow Lake 30-767 The harmonious interplay of curved edges, horizontal lines and sparkling glass grids draws eyes to this modern ranch-style home plan. Living room and dining room flow ...

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New House Plan: Meadow Lake