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There are some architectural styles that stand the test of time. Ranch house plans is one of those styles. Made popular in the 1950’s, the flexibility of this iconic design style allows it to span from traditional to modern in appearance with floor plans ranging from open and contemporary to formal with clearly defined spaces.

While a ranch-style house plan can be versatile there are classic characteristics that provide some definition. Ranch floor plans tend to be single story designs with plenty of patio space and lower pitched gable roofs. Exterior materials used range from lap siding, batt and board, shingles, and stucco. Unlike some other architectural styles, such as Craftsman home designs, the ranch-style is simple and clean.

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On the rise this summer is the search for modern cottage design. In the past, the cottage house plan was typically a small house plan without an attached garage. But today’s home plan buyers are looking for a fresh twist on this staple architectural style. Larger floor plans and attached garages are a few of the newer trends.

The allure of the cottage house plan may be the casual floor plan layouts or the exteriors which can easily be blended with other favorites such as farmhouse or Craftsman styles. A cottage design tends to evoke a sense of nostalgia either from fond memories of a grandparents house or summer days vacationing in remote and woodsy locations. Whatever your reason for loving this style or seeking it for your next build, The House Plan Company has put...

The desire for floor plans that accommodate a sloped lot have risen over the last few months as witnessed by Associated Designs talented team of residential home designers. Not only is there the practical need to accommodate the features of the building lot, hillside house plans offer additional benefits like the ability to capture views or the flexibility to finish the basement level at a later date. The trend for walkout basements has been equally spread between the desire to have an unfinished walkout level or one that provides a complete floor plan layout.

Homes with walk-out basements come in a wide variety of sizes and styles and can be found in small cabin plans to luxury estate homes. To showcase the breath of these designs, Associated Designs has featured the following...

As people have spent more time at home over the past year, interest in usable, comfortable outdoor living spaces has soared. Functionality has proven to be important as many have opted to use outdoor areas as remote workspaces, classrooms, or simply to relax and connect with family and nature.

The desire to have a multi-functional outdoor space is a trend The House Plan Company, a house plan marketing firm based in Eugene, Oregon has verified based on the interest in has seen in house plans with extensive or comfortable outdoor living spaces. Four of the most popular designs offer a mix of covered and open-air outdoor areas.

“When deciding on house plans, home buyers should consider how they’re most likely to use ...