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The covered wraparound porch of this popular all-American home creates an old-fashioned country appeal. Off the entryway is the generous-sized living room which offers a fireplace and French doors that open to the porch. The country kitchen has a handy island and flows into the cozy family room which is enhanced by exposed beams. A handsome fireplace warms the entire informal area while windows overlook the porch. The quiet upper floor hosts four good-sized bedrooms and two baths. The master suite includes a walk-in closet a dressing area and a private bath with a sit-down shower. This home is available with or without a basement and with or without a garage. Learn More

The covered wraparound porch of this popular all-American home creates an old-fashioned country appeal. Off the entryway is the generous-sized living room which offers a fireplace and French doors that open to the porch. The country kitchen has a handy island and flows into the cozy family room which is enhanced by exposed beams. A handsome fireplace warms the entire informal area while windows overlook the porch. The quiet upper floor hosts four good-sized bedrooms and two baths. The master suite includes a walk-in closet a dressing area and a private bath with a sit-down shower. This home is available with or without a basement and with or without a garage. Learn More

This gorgeous chalet is partially surrounded by a large and roomy deck that is great for indoor/outdoor living. The living and dining area shows off a fireplace with a raised hearth plus large windows to take in the outdoor views. The area is further expanded by a 17½-ft.-high vaulted ceiling in the dining room and sliding glass doors that lead to the deck. The kitchen offers a breakfast bar that separates it from the dining area. A convenient laundry room is nearby. The main-floor master bedroom is just steps away from a linen closet and a hall bath. Two upstairs bedrooms share a second full bath. The highlight of the upper floor is a balcony room with a 12½-ft.-high vaulted ceiling exposed beams and tall windows. A decorative railing provides an overlook into the dining area below. Learn More

As each night falls you'll find yourself drawn to this home. At the front of the home a wide porch promises the prospect of calm; to the rear another porch flows into two connected patios. The kids have their own space in the right wing of the home. The master suite is situated far from the hubbub of daily living and includes a sumptuous bath with a large walk-in closet and a dual-sink vanity. At the rear of the home a complete suite resides intended to house a nanny or in-laws. It includes a living room a dining area a full kitchen and a sleeping chamber with a full bath and walk-in closet. A garage stall is also provided. The private porch adds a touch of charm. Learn More

When the daily grind gets to be too much to handle this gorgeous retreat will revive even the weariest soul. A large wraparound deck provides plenty of space to gather with friends and enjoy summer afternoons. A wall of floor-to-ceiling windows bathes the combined living and dining room in sunlight. (Note: This plan has a crawlspace foundation. It is a version of plan H-8337 which has a basement foundation. The renderings for H-8337 are provided here as a visual aid but depict a basement not present in this plan.) Learn More

Ridge Height from Basement Floor: 32'-0" The charming Alpine detailing of the exterior and the open flexible layout of the interior make this one of our most popular plans. In from the large front deck the living room wraps around a central fireplace or woodstove providing a warm and expansive multipurpose living space. Sliding glass doors open to the deck for outdoor entertaining. The adjoining dining room is easily serviced from the galley-style kitchen. A convenient full bath serves a nearby bedroom and the remainder of the main floor. Two upper-floor bedrooms have sloped ceilings extra closet space and access to another full bath. The larger bedroom offers sliding glass doors to a lofty deck. The blueprints recommend finishing the interior walls with solid lumber paneling for a rich rustic look. In addition to a large general-use area and a shop the optional daylight basement has space for a car or a boat. Learn More

Steep rooflines dramatic windows and wide cornices give this chalet a distinctive alpine appearance. The large living and dining area offers a striking 20-ft.-high vaulted ceiling and a breathtaking view of the outdoors through a soaring wall of windows. Sliding glass doors access an inviting wood deck. The upper floor hosts a master bedroom with a 12-ft. vaulted ceiling plenty of storage space and easy access to a full bath with a shower. The pice de resistance is a balcony with a 12-ft. vaulted ceiling offering sweeping outdoor views as well as an overlook into the living/dining area below. Additional storage areas flank the balcony. Learn More

This home is perfect for active living. Its rectangular design allows the use of truss roof framing which makes construction easy and economical. The galley-style kitchen and the sunny dining area are kept open to the living room forming one huge activity space. Two sets of sliding glass doors expand the living area to the large deck. The secluded master bedroom offers a private bath while the remaining bedrooms share a hall bath. The two baths the laundry facilities and the kitchen are clustered to allow common plumbing walls. Plan H-921-1A has a standard crawlspace foundation and an optional solar-heating system. Plan H-921-2A has a Plen-Wood system which utilizes the sealed crawlspace as a chamber for distributing heated or cooled air. Both versions of the design call for energy-efficient 2x6 exterior walls. Learn More

Vertical wood siding angled transom windows and a steeply pitched roof give a contemporary chalet character to this recreation home. The open interior blends the living and dining rooms together under a sloped two-story ceiling; there's a loft above. The sleeping quarters include a main-floor bedroom and another bedroom upstairs. Learn More

Scoffers and non-believers had a field day when the A-Frame first began to appear. Impractical some said; uncomfortable declared others; too expensive ugly and more. And yet people built them and enjoyed them--and like the Volkswagen Bug found them to be economical and practical and yes even beautiful to many beholders. Through the years there has been a steady demand for these ubiquitous structures and Plan H-15 is one of our more popular models. With this design you will not be experimenting or pioneering because it has been built successfully many times. Though it covers only 654 sq. ft. of main floor living space it boasts an oversized living/dining room a U-shaped kitchen large bedroom and closet spaces fully equipped bath plus a standard stairway (not a ladder) to the large second floor balcony dormitory. An old fashioned wood stove or a modern pre-fabricated fireplace adds warmth and cheer to the main living room. The huge glass wall that dominates the front facade enhances the romantic atmosphere of the vaulted interior. Learn More

The perfect complement to any scenic hideaway spot this A-frame is as affordable as it is adorable. A large deck embraces the front of the chalet providing ample space for outdoor dining and recreation. Inside vaulted ceilings and high windows lend a feeling of spaciousness. The living room is dramatically expanded by a vaulted ceiling and soaring windows facing the deck. The romantic bedroom/loft overlooks the living room and features a 16-ft. ceiling. Windows at both ends of the room provide stunning views. Learn More