Ecohome Designs Magazine - Summer 2011

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SUMMER 2011
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HOW TO BUILD A SUSTAINABLE HOME
THE ECOHOME DESIGNS PLAN COLLECTION

A Guide to Plan Evaluation
Recycled-glass countertops, insulating wall systems, and nontoxic interior paint may make a greener home, but dont forget that every sustainable home begins with an efficient design. Choosing a home plan designed with green featuresadequate natural lighting and ventilation, a modest footprint, efficiently heated spacesis the foundational decision in building a comfortable, sustainable home. EcoHome Designs gets you started by featuring a selection of home plans that have met our baseline criteria. Below youll find detailed explanations of the seven factors against which we evaluated our designs. All house plans presented in this issue have met at least four of the seven criteria. Look for the highlighted icons on each plan page, signifying which criteria each plan exemplifies. In addition, all plans in this magazine are available in digital format (CAD files or PDFs). We encourage you to order digital plan sets in order to reduce the environmental burden of printing and shipping blueprints. footprint means minimal lot disturbance, increased outdoor living space, and more room for landscaping that can enhance the homes energy profile. In addition, plans with small footprints are easier to adapt to a variety of sites. Narrow homes in particular are suitable for urban infill lots, where building a new home has a much smaller impact than developing a rural or suburban lot.
Hard Working
Plans marked by this icon contain highly functional spaces and features such as mud rooms and organizational amenities. Unusable floor space and purely decorative volume (like two-story ceilings) are minimal. Conserve material and energy resources by making every square foot of conditioned living space work for you!
Value-Engineered
Plans showing this icon have simple foundation and roof plans with few corners, ridges, and protrusions. They generally have open floor plans with few interior walls. These homes lose less energy through wall and roof junctions, and they use less construction material than comparable homes, lowering your hard costs and minimizing demand on material resources.
designed to meet changing circumstances has a longer and more useful life span. Dual-use rooms, finish-later spaces, and open layouts allow you to modify the use of the home throughout its life, without costly renovations or add-ons that would require further material consumption. Simply put: Its greener to build the right home today than to build another home tomorrow.
Green From the Drawing Board

The ribbon signifies that the design goes above and beyond these six criteria by specifying materials and/or building practices to achieve a certifiably green home. These designs may be accompanied by photos of finished, certified homes.
Modest Living Energy Saving

This icon identifies homes with large or numerous windows. At the very least, these homes will benefit from natural light and ventilation. However, if properly sited and constructed, designs displaying this icon have the potential to tap into the suns energy for passive solar heating, thus lowering the demands on the homes mechanical heating system. Consult an experienced professional for guidance on the proper orientation and shading requirements for your homesite and climate zone. What do SUVs and McMansions have in common? Theyre inconsistent with a sustainable way of living. Plans showing this icon are sized below 2,500 square feet, but contain welldesigned and comfortably interactive spaces that make them feel larger. Smaller homes require fewer materials to build and less energy to heat and cool. The money you save by building a smaller home may be spent upgrading materials and mechanicals to maximize your homes comfort and performance.
Whats Next?
Choosing the right plan is an early and important step in the building of your green homebut its only one step! A true green home is achieved when green design is brought to life with sustainable materials and construction methods. We cannot emphasize enough the importance of a competent builder or general contractor, with deep knowledge of building science and sustainable practices, who can activate the green potential present in these house plans. You might consider taking the additional step of getting your home certified. Read on to learn more about LEED for Homes and other certification programs. Need help getting on the right track? Add the Efficient Living Upgrade to your plan purchase for individualized guidance.
Flexible Spaces
Babies, graduations, and retirement are life events that may change your space requirements. A home that is
Compact Footprint
For plans showing this icon, the sum of their dimensions (width and depth) is no more than 100 feet. A compact
WHATS NEXT?
Green home certification programs like LEED for Homes help realize your green goals!
By selecting one of the house plans from this catalog, youve already made an important early step toward building your green home. However, design alone does not make a green home. Following the guidance of a green home certification program like LEED for Homesis essential to fully realize the green home of your dreams.
By tom Flanagan, usGBC residential market development
EED for Homes is a consensusdeveloped, third party-veried rating system overseen by the U.S. Green Building Council that provides a basis for quantifying the benets of green homes. Te LEED for Homes certication program measures a homes performance based on a number of categories, including: site selection, water e ciency, materials and resources, energy and atmosphere, indoor environmental quality, location, and innovation. Within each of these areas, projects earn points toward certication. Each LEED-certied home undergoes on-site inspections and thorough testing to verify proper performance.
A home that achieves LEED certication has been designed to maximize fresh air indoors, minimizing your familys exposure to airborne toxins and pollutants, and has the potential to use at least 20-30 percent less energy than a home built to the International Energy Code Councils 2006 code. Less energy use means lower utility bills every month throughout the life of your home. Beyond energy, achieving LEED certication is a mark of leadership in green homebuilding, clearly di erentiating a home as among the highest performing in the country. LEED is like a nutrition label that demonstrates in measurable terms how a home incorporates e cient
features, with the added assurance that the nal product has been third-party veried and performance-tested. While rigorous, LEED certication is also attainable, exible, and a ordable. In addition to LEED for Homes, there are many local and regional green home rating systems or incentive programs in the U.S. Most of the programs take a similar approach to green homebuilding, gauging the sustainability of a home based on how e ciently it uses energy and water, the materials and processes used in construction, measures taken to improve indoor environmental quality, and how the site and land are impacted.
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Beyond this, each program varies in how certication levels are calculated, as well as in the certication process, requirements, and structure. As an example, both LEED for Homes (www.usgbc.org/homes) and the National Association of Home Builders National Green Building Standard (www.nahbgreen.org) (also known as ICC 700) are Texible point-based systems that also have required measures, while, in contrast, the California Green Builder (www.hcd.ca.gov/CALGreen.html) program is a pass/fail system with no differentiating certication levels. When deciding which green home certication program is right for you, you should keep a keen eye out for a few key di erentiating factors: Was the program consensus-developed by a diverse group of stakeholders, including builders, manufacturers, architects, homeowner advocates, and environmental organizations? Does the program measure and reward actual achievement, not just good intentions? Is certication provided by an unbiased third party? While you might nd some of these factors in other green homebuilding programs, USGBC is proud that the LEED for Homes certication program sets a high bar in all of these areas. Green homes are better homes, and USGBCs goal is to encourage the residential market to take steps to build homes that are better than code, whether through LEED for Homes or an accessible local or national program. Talk to your builder or real estate professional about green building and LEED certication, work with them to learn more at www.usgbc.org/ homes, or get connected with a nearby green residential professional through www.greenhomeguide.com/ndapro. Want to get your future home certified but not sure how to begin? Consider adding the Efficient Living Upgrade to your plan purchase, for customized instructions to help you on your way! Even if you decide not to pursue certification, the Efficient Living Upgrade will help you speak knowledgeably with your builder about your green building goals. The Efficient Living Upgrade is a set of personalized instructions, individually tailored to your plans, that will guide you and your builder in constructing a home to all three of these nationally recognized green standards:
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written right on the blueprints. In addition, the Upgrade includes:

Step-by-Step Guide that details what steps youll need to take to certify your home, beyond the usual construction phases. Site Point Calculator to determine what points you can expect to get for building on a particular site, in a particular location, when pursuing LEED for Homes certification. Site Planning Specifications that let the builder add notes and specifications to your site plan, earning available points for site stewardship. Mission Statement to communicate your goals to everyone on site, informing subcontractors of quality expectations, inspections, and performance tests. Construction Waste Management Plan to monitor job site waste and show compliance with reduction requirements. Durability Checklist listing construction practices incorporated into your home design that enhance its durability. Homeowner Welcome Pack to teach your family how to get the most out of your new green home, for years to come.
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Builders (NAHB) National Green Building Program The Efficient Living Upgrade specifies all the materials and construction practices required by the standards, including increased insulation values, thermal values for windows, and efficiency ratings for mechanical equipment. In the case of point-based certification systems such as LEED for Homes, the Upgrade tells you where extra points can be earned and calculates which level you can expect to achieve at certification. Unlike other green specification guides, the Efficient Living Upgrade is specific to your plan, with detailed notes
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The rear of the home is designed for southern exposure. A large deck provides additional seasonal living space.
odays building professionals are faced with the incredible challenge of staying aToat in a market gone haywire. e savviest among them recognize this as an opportunity to change their way of thinking. Designer Scott Botel-Barnard answered the call by identifying three major factors in a successful modern home: a ordability, energy conservation, and Texibility in the face of changing lifestyles. He then designed this home to excel in each of those areas. e simple form minimizes construction cost and reduces energy demands with three levels of living space in a compact footprint. Built facing north as intended, the homes large family/dining/
kitchen space will face south, harnessing passive solar energy and allowing for solar panels on the rear of the home. e rst-Toor master suite maximizes long-term livability and resale value. e Texible second Toor can hold a second master suite and third bedroom, or two bedrooms and a lo . e optional nished basement can hold a large recreation room, additional bedroom, a full bathroom, and storage closets. Advanced framing techniques and 24" module planning allow for peak eciency and minimal waste. For more savings and greater eciency, choose pre-fabricated roof trusses and wall panels, basement walls with added insulation, and triple-glazed windows.
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WATER EFFICIENCY
SEVEN TIPS FOR SAVING WATER

IF YOU ARE IN THE MARKET FOR A GREEN-BUILT NEW HOME, ITS LIKELY THAT SAVING WATER IS AMONG YOUR PRIORITIES.
By Rich Binsacca
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1. Attack the Bath: Te bathrooms of your new home are the best (and easiest) places to save water. Bath faucets, toilets, showers, and tubs combine to consume more than 40 percent of the water youll use daily, and there are a wealth of product options to reduce that use. Toilets are the biggest culprits, but recent updates to national green building codes (which may or may not be enacted or enforced in your local area) require that they use only 1.28 gallons per ush, a 20 percent reduction from earlier standards and a whopping 63 percent less water than what youd nd in homes built before 1992, when 1.6 gallon-per- ush toilets were mandated for new homes to replace those that used 3.5 or more gallons per ush. If youre worried about performance, rest assured that current testing and certi-
Product manufacturers are meeting the markets demand for high-efficiency fixtures with appealing designs in every style. Hence a water-efficient bathroom looks just like any other. It will look even better once you receive your first water bill.
3. All Together Now: In addition

to low- ow plumbing xtures and hot water recirculation systems that reduce lag time, placing your homes water heater in a centralized location within the oor plan and grouping rooms that use water can help boost e ciency. Such designs shorten the distances from the water heater to various hot-waterusing faucets and appliances in the house. Not only is less water being used (and lag time reduced even further), but the energy needed to heat the water also declines. For two-story homes, this concept is
Low- ow versions of bath faucets, tubs, and showerheads also help reduce water use in the bathroom; like water-e cient toilets, they are tested and certied to lessen consumption without sacricing user satisfaction (read: a good strong shower stream) and are widely available at comparable prices to less-e cient models. Water e ciency requires a relatively minimal investment with long-term benets and cost-savings, says Pete DeMarco,
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hats a good thing, because in some areas of the country the cost of water is rising and shows no signs of reversing course. Its a trend that is likely to spread nationwide as water becomes scarcer and more expensive to nd, deliver, and manage. Te price of water isnt as high as energy, but its going there, says Alicia Marrs, outreach coordinator for the WaterSense program administered by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), noting a ten percent increase in average residential water rates nationwide since 2009. Te more you use, the more it costs. From appliances to plumbing xtures, landscape irrigation and graywater recycling, there are proven techniques and technology that can signicantly reduce your water use, especially in a new house where they can be optimized in the homes design and construction. And, those solutions are available and generally a ordableand o en dont require you to sacrice convenience or make signicant lifestyle changes. As you search for a new, resourcee cient home, consider the following tips to conserve water:
cation of todays low- ow toilets includes their ability to e ectively ush waste the rst time to retain their water-saving benets. And, most of them are priced on par with less-e cient models. If youre really looking to save water, and your budget allows, consider dual- ush toilets. Activated by a pair of buttons at the top of the tank, these units use only 0.8 gallons per ush for liquid waste and 1.6 gallons per ush for solid waste.
director of special programs for IAPMO Group in Ontario, Calif., which certies the e ciency of water-using products.
2. Stop Wasting Time: While

installing low- ow plumbing xtures and ttings throughout your new home will reduce water use, theres a much bigger water-waster to address: Lag time. Lag time is the time it takes hot water to reach a faucet or shower, resulting in hundreds of gallons of water a year simply going down the drain. It is arguably the number-one consumer of indoor water, and it provides absolutely no value to you and your family. A hot water recirculation system can all but eliminate lag time. A small pump is attached to the hot water pipes that connect from the water heater to faucets and showers through your home. Te pump is activated by a switch or button (or perhaps an occupancy sensor) as someone enters a bathroom or the kitchen looking to use a faucet, ll the bathtub, or take a shower. Once activated, the pump quickly replaces the cold standing water in the pipes with hot water, delivering it within seconds instead of minutes. Tats not only water-wise, but also convenient. In a new home, installing the pump and requisite plumbing scheme during construction is easy and a ordable.
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ABOVE: The rear deck off the great room offers plenty of room for cookouts or just relaxing on a summer day. RIGHT: The master bedroom steps out to a private deck that wraps around the suite.
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The great room is prepared for all kinds of weather with a wood-burning stove and French doors to the deck.
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PRODUCT GUIDE
OUR FAVORITE NEW PRODUCTS FOR YOUR SUSTAINABLE HOME
nnovation occurs at the speed of light in the realm of green building products. Here are a few of EcoHome Designss favorites from this years crop. Some are groundbreaking, some are quietly innovative, and some are simply beautiful items for your home that leave a minimal footprint on the environment.
Contributors: Lisa Bonnema, Katy Tomasulo, Evelyn Royer, Sharon OMalley, Michael Morris, Hillary Gottemoeller
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Compact Induction Cooktop From Summit Appliances Designed for spacechallenged kitchens, the SINC424220 220-volt 24-inch-wide induction cooktop fits into a 23-inch-by-20-inch cutout. The appliance offers four burners, 10 power settings, and a Schott Ceran easy-to-clean surface. Like other induction cooktops, the units magnetically generated heat confines heat to the cookware, providing faster cooking times and greater energy efficiency. 718.893.3900 www.summitappliance.com
Recycled-Cork Mosaic Tiles From Habitus. Made from wine

bottle cork stoppers collected from factories in Spain and Portugal, Cork Mosaic tiles are mounted the same as standard glass or ceramic tiles, and their waterproof quality makes them ideal for bathrooms and kitchens, says the firm. The cork chips come in two sizes: 1-inch diameter on a 12-inch-by24-inch sheet, and 1 3/8-inch diameter on a 24-inch-by-24-inch sheet. The cork is 1/4 inch thick. 212.426.5500. www.habitusnyc.com
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Low Flow Showerhead From Niagara Conservation Sava

showerheads come with flow rates of 1.5 or 1.75 gpm but feature an oversized 4.4-inch diameter spray head and a pressure-compensating device to ensure optimal performance regardless of the homes water pressure or psi. The showerheads feature a corrosion-resistant ABS thermoplastic body and a 360-degree swivel head. White and chrome finishes are available. 800.831.8383. www.niagaraconservation.com
Certified Doors From Therma-Tru Entry doors in

the Classic-Craft Canvas Collection are made with smooth fiberglass and shipped ready to paint. The Energy Star certified doors come in five stylestwo-panel square top, two-panel plank soft arch, four-panel arch top, five-panel, and one-panel plank Craftsman (shown)and with a range of glass options, including 11 low-E models. 800.843.7628. www.thermatru.com
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Termite-Resistant Composite Fencing From Lifetime Lumber

The company now offers privacy fencing and pergolas made with its composite lumber, which provides the look of wood but is resistant to rot, moisture, and termites. The material is crafted using SCS-certified 60% recycled content in the form of fly ash. Privacy fencing comes in five styles, including dog ear and shadow box, and in six colors. 877.285.4338. www.lifetimelumber.com.
FSC-Certified RecycledContent Flooring From EcoTimber

Woven Poplar flooring is made from 100% FSC-certified recycled furniture scraps that are kiln-dried and cold-pressed with a hardening resin, and is free of added urea formaldehyde. The tongue-and-groove planks measure 3 7/8 inches wide by 72 7/8 inches long by 9/16 inch thick. Nail- and glue-down installation is acceptable. 303.586.9420. www.ecotimber.com
Folding Glass Wall System From NanaWall The SL70 thermally broken aluminum-framed folding glass wall system is now offered with triple low-E insulated glazing for a U-value of 0.30 and an SHGC of 0.24. The Energy Starrated units are available as a floor-mounted system in more than 50 stacking configurations. 888.411.6262. www.nanawall.com FSC-Certified Hardwood Decking From Earthsource FSCcertified machiche tropical hardwood decking comes in 2-foot-by-2-foot solid squares for installation on flat surfaces or in 5/4-by-6-inch planks. The open-pored, dense hardwood comes in colors ranging from yellow/tan to medium brown reds and dark reds; over time, lighter spots darken to a reddish brown hue. The wood is sourced from Mexico, Guatemala, and Belize. The material is resistant to decay-causing organisms and moderately resistant to drywood termites, according to the company. 800.675.7257. www.earthsourcewood.com
Moisture-Resistant Drywall From Certainteed ProRoc

drywall with M2Tech technology features a water-resistant core and moisture- and mold-resistant paper face. The product is Greenguard certified and is available in Type X panels. M2Tech is also available in the companys newest product, AirRenew, which absorbs formaldehyde and other aldehydes in the air and converts them into inert compounds that remain safely within the board. 800.233.8990. www.certainteed.com
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Heat Pump Water Heater From GE With an Energy Factor of 2.3,

the GeoSpring heat-pump water heater exceeds current Energy Star requirements and consumes 62% less energy than standard electric water heaters, the maker says. The unit features a backlit LCD display that allows homeowners to choose from four different modes to adjust to changing hot water needs. A vacation setting drops the systems temperature set point to 50 degrees F to save energy, while also preventing the water from freezing. 800.626.2005. www.geappliances.com
Lightweight Manufactured Stone From Eldorado Made with cement with lightweight aggregates, the companys manufactured stone is lighter weight and lower cost than natural stone and has a lower waste factor. Color is provided by natural iron oxides. Some of the products contain recycled content in the form of fly ash. They have an average R-value of 0.41 per inch. A range of regional and national profiles is available; Cut Coarse Stone is shown here. 800.925.1491. www.eldoradostone.com
Dye-Free Wool Carpet From Natures Carpet Part

of the Dark Green line, Everest carpeting is made with wool and features no dyes or added chemicals The carpet has jute primary and secondary backings and uses a natural rubber latex adhesive. It is Green Label Plus approved. 800.667.5001. www.naturescarpet.com
Decay-Resistant Cedar Siding From Western Red Cedar Lumber Association Available in a range
of patterns and grades, Western red cedar is naturally resistant to decay and insects and can be left untreated for a natural patina or painted or stained. Wood from SFI-, FSC-, and CSA-certified forests can be specified. The product is stable and will remain straight and lie flat. 866.778.9096. www.wrcla.org
FSC-Certified and Recycled-Content Vanity From Native Trails The Yanama vanity features
solid FSC-certified cherry wood and a 100% recycled 16-gauge hand-hammered copper foot that coordinates with the companys sinks. The unit measures 34 inches high by 24 inches wide by 21 1/2 inches deep. The foot comes in an antique or brushed nickel finish. 800.786.0862. www.nativetrails.net
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Recycled-Content Tile From Trikeenan Reclamation Tile is a

ceramic product made from 20% recycled clay and 100% post-industrial glaze waste from a factory that reclaims all glaze leftovers, the company says. Available in 16 sizes, the tile comes in 3-inch-by-3-inch to 9-inch-by-12-inch sizes, 6-inch hexagons, and the classic Ebb and Flow shape. The tiles are 3/8 inch thick and are available in 12 colors. Custom colors are available upon request. 603.355.2961. www.trikeenan.com
Formaldehyde-Free Hardwood Plywood Cabinets From Armstrong Origins cabinets are crafted with
PureBond urea-formaldehyde-free hardwood plywood using the ESP-certified companys Genuine Allwood all-plywood construction. The Origins option is available with most styles, including Calibra, shown here in Bordeaux and Honey. 800.228.1804. www.armstrong.com
Permeable Pavers From Belgard The companys permeable pavers

are made of concrete and separated by joints filled with small stones. Water enters the joints between the pavers and filters through crushed stone layers; the water, minus the filtered-out pollutants, is absorbed into the soil. The pavers can be used for patios, driveways, walkways, pools, and other areas. The manufacturer says its pavers, including Subterra stone (pictured), allow for modular and random installation to create patterns that look like natural cobblestones. The product comes in multiple shapes, colors, and patterns. 800.899.8455. www.belgard.biz
Wood and Fiberglass Windows from Milgard Essence windows

combine a wood interior and a fiberglass exterior for a wood look with a durable exterior surface. The windows feature traditional butt joinery and no visible fasteners, nail holes, or staple marks; an integrated weep system keeps moisture from penetrating the interior. With the standard glass package, the windows are Energy Star rated and have R-values ranging from 3.33 to 3.57; optional triple glazing is available for up to 30% more efficiency. 800.645.4273. www.milgard.com
Conditioned Airspace HVAC Framing System from Boise Cascade The Conditioned Airspace
HVAC Framing System enables the HVAC ducts to be installed in the joists supporting the second floor, reducing the amount of ductwork required and eliminating the inefficiency of running long ducts through unconditioned spaces like the attic and crawlspace. This method can reduce your heating and cooling bills by 20 to 35% each month. The system is designed to be used in conjunction with Boise Cascades BCI Joist or AllJoist engineered floor systems. 800.232.0788. www.bc.com
Hands-Free Faucet From Delta The Addison and Lahara

lavatory faucets are now available with the companys Touch2O Technology, which allows users to turn the units on or off with a touch to the spout, or with Touch2O XT, which includes touch activation as well as proximity-sensing technology. An LED light flashes when the unit is in hands-free mode and remains steady when its in touch mode. The faucets are WaterSense labeled and come in Brilliance stainless, chrome, or Venetian bronze finishes. 800.345.3358. www.deltafaucet.com
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The steeply-pitched roof, clad in 50-year metal shingles to shed rain and snow, echoes the shape of the mountains beyond.
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MAKE THE MOST OF AN INSPIRING LOCATION WITH THIS STRIKING VACATION HOME
his stunningly beautiful mountain home earned the Canadian Association of Home Builders of British Columbias coveted Georgie Award. e homes well-planned interior commands attention, beginning with the vaulted great room. Completely open to the kitchen, this area provides ample space for warm family gatherings around the two-story hearth. Light streams through the double doors that open to the expansive rear deck. Nearby, the kitchen oTers abundant space to prepare and serve meals. Depending on the season, the evening hours may be spent outdoors on the deck. Later on, family and guests can retreat to any of the three bedrooms. e master suite, situated on the main oor, oTers a haven of its own complete with a bath, a shower, His and Her sinks and a large walk-in closet. A staircase fashioned from split logs leads upstairs to two bedrooms sharing a full bath, as well as a desk area with an inspiring view.
The rear deck features a transparent railing for a clear view of the lake beyond.
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The upstairs hallway features a sunny nook perfect for an armchair or desk.
The builders modified the plan slightly to include a kitchen island and charming banquette seating along the windows, with storage space inside the bench.
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The ceiling, comprised of tongue-and-groove cedar boards, echoes the rustic character of the log staircase, knotty pine doors, and flagstone foyer.
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Imagine how nice it would be to have a LOGIX XtraComfort TM basement the day you move in. Now imagine if that basement was built green, saving you energy expenses while feeling warm, comfortable and entirely livable. LOGIX Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) are at the forefront of the green-building movement because they offer homeowners the sheer strength and durability of concrete, plus the insulating power of expanded polystyrene. Choosing to upgrade to a LOGIX XtraComfort basement will give you a greener, more comfortable home today and a basement that will be tomorrows standard for energy efficiency.
GREEN BUILDING ADJ. & V.

1. To build homes that will last. 2. To build homes that use less energy, ideally clean energy.
ADDITIONAL BENEFITS:
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Immediately reduces your homes energy bills. Dramatically increases the property value of your home.
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The LOGIX wall system is actually quite simple.
Expanded polystyrenes closed-cell structure makes it an extremely effective insulator.
Plumbing is completed, electrical is wired in and the walls are nished with drywall.
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LOGIX blocks have a built-in grid system to accomodate steel rebar reinforcement.
Concrete provides incredible strength while expanded polystrene provides superior insulation.
LOGIX blocks are quickly stacked and then lled with concrete.
Your LOGIX XtraComfort basement will feel like another main level of the house.
Choose comfort. Choose durability. Choose to lower your energy bills and enjoy the convenience of extra living space the day you move in.
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A wide front porch and an open floor plan give this Bill Martin design a sense of spaciousness despite its small footprint. See the floorplan on page 110.
Contemporary vs. Traditional

Im a big fan of more traditional design, says Dave Jenkins, designer of the rst certied net-zero production home in the Southeast. You want houses that will stand the test of time. A timeless design will hide its age, making it hard to tell if it was built 10 or 100 years ago. Jenkins isnt alone in preferring timehonored styles: he estimates that only ve percent of the market is looking for contemporary homes, and he has had only two requests for contemporary designs since the debut in October of his popular Energy Saver Plus collection of plans (see page 38 ). Every home in the collection is designed to use 40 to 50 percent less energy compared to a standard new home when built to spec. Each Toor plan in the collection is available with a choice of three exterior designs reTecting di erent architectural styles. Indeed, the strength of the collection may be its versatility. Jenkins says people are surprised that they can build a green home that ts into any neighborhood.
Designer Bill Martin, whose traditional facades feature plenty of wood siding and some brick, sees materials and overall design as the most important factors. To him, natural materials give more of a homey feel. However, since the choice of exterior materials may be driven by what is most e cient, cost-e ective, and popular in the area where the home is built (particularly if any kind of green certication is being sought), Martins real focus is on designing small homes (around 1,600 square feet) that look and feel larger than they are. In fact, he o en hears both builders and owners of his designs say, is house seems much bigger than it is. is has important benets: building a smaller home requires less land and fewer materials, and a small home is more e cient to heat and cool. ese are all factors that are good for the environment and the wallet. Dan Tyree has similar goals but a totally di erent aesthetic. e self-proclaimed outrageous house designer specializes in modern homes ranging from sleek contemporary hillside designs to less-conventional forms (like the round house on page 71), with most featuring strong lines and lots of glass for seamless indoor/outdoor interaction. He feels that the ideal home
is no bigger than necessary and quickly builtcriteria that some modern homes, with their simple lines and Tat roofs, t to a tee. at doesnt mean that siting or materials are unimportant. His answer to what a green home should look like? A lot like what it was built intobuilt from the site if possible. Tyree recognizes that not many people are comfortable with modern design, perceiving it as too cold, though that perception can easily be defeated with the use of organic materials like wood or stone to lend a sense of warmth. And until a critical mass of home buyers embraces modern design, its unlikely to gain traction with production builders, which would help it enter the mainstream. So its a bit of a Catch-22 situation, but Tyree sees a bright future for modern design nonetheless. Given the current movement to scale down, this may be an opportune time for modern homes to climb the charts: I think everybodys looking for a simple house.
Performance: The Ultimate Green Feature

To Rick Schwolsky, editor-in-chief of EcoHome Magazine, the contemporary/ traditional debate has little relevance to a homes performance. Rather, e strength of the designis in response to the site, he says, as well as in the materials and quality of construction. Its not that aesthetics are unimportantthey provide an outward expression of the people who will live in [the home],but he feels that anyone who strives to advance design without also paying attention to performance is nothing short of irresponsible. To that end, Schwolsky stresses the need to place explorations within the context of performanceRight nowwe need to advance building technology. e designers who are doing the most toward this end also happen to be designing in a more modern style: cool, sleek, and cutting edgewhich is probably why we tend to associate green design with a modern
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aesthetic. But ecient design isnt limited to the unattainable. Schwolsky notes that production builders are now building certiTed homes that are quite traditional looking: ey dont look much di erent than their other productI think thats the point. In other words, a green home can look just like any other home, meaning you dont have to live in a futuristic dwelling to experience the beneTts of energy-saving design. In fact, the proof of green designs success will likely be its integration into styles and neighborhoods that were already comfortable with. e hope is that eventually green wont be seen as a separate category of home but rather as a series of smart choices that can be applied to many di erent designs.
Exterior Features That Work

Given this, there are some exterior design elements that are more conducive to energy savings than others. So what features should you look for in a green home, and what should you avoid? First, beware of frivolous features. Professor Pierce Jones of the University of Florida explains
that usefulness is a good rule of thumb: if its purely ornamental, its probably not the best use of resources. Fake dormers and unnecessarily complicated roo ines fall into this category; thankfully, Martin is seeing fewer of these on todays designs. A better choice: outdoor living spaces. Porches add tremendous curb appeal, and along with decks and patios create outdoor retreats to make a small home live larger without adding to heating and cooling costs. ey can even help regulate energy use inside the home. Jones deTnes a useful porch as one with east-west orientation (to protect south-facing windows) and a view that looks at something you want to look at. Jones also suggests breezeways and operable windows to allow for natural ventilation. Jones also advocates some features, like compact footprints and multi-story conTgurations, that make a home suitable for building in higher-density communities where you can easily get around without a car. Given the rising cost of gas, this may be one of the wisest and greenest decisions you can make!
Meet Our Experts

Dave Jenkins
Designer of the Energy Saver Plus Home Plan Collection and the first net-zero production home in the Southeast
Pierce Jones, PhD

Professor and director for the Program for Resource Efficient Committees at the University of Florida and a member of ECOHOME magazines advisory committee
Bill Martin
Designer of traditional, cost-effective home plans
Rick Schwolsky
Editor-in-chief of ECOHOME magazine (sister magazine to this title) and a builder for 25 years
Dan Tyree
Modern home designer
Like Bill Martins design, this contemporary home by Dan Tyree includes an open living and dining area, four bedrooms, and generous outdoor living areas, yet it couldnt look more different. See the floorplan on page 167.
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Energy Saver Plus Home Plans: A New Approach to Green Design

In the midst of lingering economic bleakness and rising energy costs, the wisdom of investing in a green home is undeniable. Homes designed for ecient living increasingly oTer lasting value and savings throughout the life of the house. Nowhere is this more evident than in the new Energy Saver Plus Home Plans, which when built to speci cations use an astonishing 40 to 50 percent less energy than a standard new home, without any renewable energy systems. Add a solar photovoltaic array and a solar hot water heater, and your days of paying the power company could be over. But the diTerence runs deeper than just dollars. Energy Saver Plus plans represent a comprehensive approach to green home design.
Unprecedented Energy Savings

Like the other plans in this magazine, these homes make smart use of square footage with hard-working spaces, minimal interior walls, and well-placed windows. Where they go further is with innovations like placing air conditioning infrastructure inside conditioned space (conveniently hidden within elegant dropped sots); optimizing insulation with standard 2 x 6 framing, California corners, and raised heel trusses; and oTering roof real estate for solar photovoltaic (PV) panels. Together, these account for impressive energy eciency and savings.
Unique Exteriors
ese homes are designed with community in mind, too. Youll notice that there are several diTerent exterior looks available for each oor plan. Representing popular architectural styles, the variety of facades makes these home suitable for virtually any locale. In fact, the exteriors oTer enough variety for a whole neighborhood without cookie-cutter uniformity.
Interior Touches
Inside, standard features are surprisingly luxurious. Art niches, 10-foot ceilings (with those functional dropped sots), and master suites with dual vanities and walk-in closets appear in even the smallest homes. Private living areas are well screened from public spaces. Front and rear porches expand the living space. Open oor plans not only add to the impression of spaciousness, but allow for more ecient heating and cooling.
Custom Advice
Your Energy Saver Plus plan will come with a custom spec sheet tailored to your climate zone. e spec sheet has been developed by a building science professional to help you get optimal results from your Energy Saver Plus home no matter where you are building. is winning combination of energy-saving design, adaptable and stylish exteriors, and high-value interiors makes the Energy Saver Plus collection perfect for todays eco- and cost-conscious homebuyer. If youre serious about achieving maximum energy eciency or even energy independence, take a close look at this special group of plans. Energy Saver Plus Home Plans built according to plan speci cations have shown true and signi cant energy savings to date. However, we oTer no speci c energy-performance or cost-savings guarantee. e actual performance of each home is highly dependent upon factors like location, site orientation, and homeowner usage, and may vary. For veri able energy-savings results, we strongly recommend that you maximize energy-eciency by consulting a Building Science Certi ed Rater prior to construction.
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Windows wrap along the back of the home, bathing the interior in sunlight and fresh air. Amenities abound inside, including decorative ceiling treatments, lighted niches, and a luxurious master suite with His and Hers walk-in closets. Two additional bedrooms, one of which opens to the rear lanai, share a bath with dual vanities. Choose from three gorgeous exteriors: the Mediterranean look, with striking arches and columns; French Country charm with a hipped roof and wall of stone; or a country facade with slim columns and a metal roof overhang.
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Youll find plenty of closet space in this cleverly designed home plan, including two walk-in closets in the master suite. The open layout flows with ease from the spacious great room to the functional kitchen and into the private dining area. Both guest bedrooms have private access to the Jack and Jill bathroom centrally located behind the lighted niche area. French doors add charm and character to the master wing and the dining room, providing direct access to the oversized covered lanai. The gabled roofline of the country exterior option incorporates metal overhangs which, together with the wrapping stone accents and horizontal siding, create a memorable facade. A planter box and hipped roof forms add subtle elegance to the French Country version. The Mediterranean look uses a simple clay tile roof to achieve a dramatic effect.
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Envision walking through this timely and smart floor plan that boasts architectural upgrades throughout. Luxurious features found in the master bathroom include separate vanities, a spacious walk-in shower, step-up bathtub, and dual closets nearby. Sweet touches such as the lighted niche areas create a buffer between living areas and private areas. The kitchen is easily accessible from any room in the house, including the large and open great room, and provides plenty of counter space for entertaining. The Mediterraneanstyle exterior brings excitement to the exterior with its slightly arched windows and graceful columns that complement the large front porch. The country version displays understated pediments and siding, while dormers dot the hipped roof of the French Country look.
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A private master suite envelops one side of this well-designed, open layout. Guest bedrooms share a large bathroom on the opposite side. Attractive lighted niches are a welcome touch when entering these two domains. The heart of the home focuses on the great room with views into the functional kitchen with oversized breakfast bar, and the dining room that brings in plenty of welcoming sunshine. Architectural features include decorative ceiling treatments, sliding pocket doors that section off the den/office space, and an extra-wide foyer with coat closet. Find peaceful solitude in the master bathroom's soaking tub or the extra-large walk-in shower. Relax on the spacious porch, protected by the metal roof and stone-based decorative columns in the southern country version of the home. A hipped roof adds a European look to the French Country option. Tawny stucco, gorgeous columns, and arched windows define the Mediterranean facade.
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Combining the great room, dining room, and island kitchen in one large space makes for excellent flow throughout the public areas. The private quarters reside on the homes left side and include two guest bedrooms and the master suite, which features a walk-in closet, decorative coffered ceiling, and well-appointed bathroom. Appealing shutters and earthy stone add dimension on the French Country facade. Stone accents and graceful porch supports define the country option. Arched windows and double columns, as well as a clay tile roof, lend a totally different look to the Mediterranean version.
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The master suite and guest bedrooms are separated by luxurious living areas enhanced with tray ceilings, decorative windows, art niches, and easy access to the large covered lanai. An office/den could also become a fourth bedroom; this room includes built-ins as well as pocket sliding doors for added privacy and is conveniently situated away from the kitchen and dining areas. The kitchen is perfectly designed to accommodate easy entrance from the garage. The arched entrance surrounded by stone veneers creates a French Country classic. Or, choose the country exterior for eye-catching gables and horizontal siding. Supremely graceful columns frame the entrance of the Mediterranean option.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500003 Square Footage: 569 Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1 Width: 20' - 0" Depth: 39' - 0" Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab
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This petite retreat has plenty of windows to let in light and fresh air to the combination living/dining/kitchen space. Simple foundation and roof plans are easy and efficient to build. The shaded front porch extends living space outside.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500152 Square Footage: 1,494 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 60' - 8" Depth: 43' - 0" Foundation: Unfinished Basement
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This simple yet charming three bedroom requires few interior walls, which not only saves on materials costs but creates comfortable open spaces. The simple roof is easy to construct. Finishing the basement is a great way to add living space without expanding the homes footprint.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500005 Square Footage: 953 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Width: 36' - 0" Depth: 42' - 4" Foundation: Crawlspace
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This super-simple design has a fourcornered foundation and a gable roof with only two planes, making it a snap to build. Porches front and back shade the windows to keep the home cool in warm climates. The interior spaces are designed to allow air circulation even when doors are closed.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500006 Square Footage: 966 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Width: 23' - 0" Depth: 48' - 0" Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab
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This charming small plan fits nearly anywhere with its narrow, easy-to-build footprint. A simple cross-gabled roofline is efficient to construct. Every square foot is put to use in this smart design, eliminating the cost of conditioning wasted space.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500007 Square Footage: 972 Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1 Width: 50' - 0" Depth: 32' - 0" Foundation: Crawlspace
This stylish small Mediterranean plan offers lots of windows for natural ventilation. The covered outdoor living space provides a shady place to sit. A roof overhang shades the foyer and helps to control the indoor temperature. A fireplace warms the living room on chilly nights. Minimal interior walls cut down on materials costs and waste.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500008 Square Footage: 1,118 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 44' - 4" Depth: 47' - 4" Foundation: Slab
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Simplicity can be so attractive! This handsome cottage features a basic L-shaped footprint and an easy-to-build cross-gable roof. With a comfortable master suite and an additional bedroom that can serve as a study and/or guest bedroom, this design is perfect for a couple desiring a simpler lifestyle. The front porch and covered patio expand living space outdoors.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500010 Square Footage: 1,187 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 40' - 0" Depth: 48' - 2"
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The front porch shades the entry and living room window. A simple layout with a central living room is an efficient use of space. The petite footprint fits onto a small lot.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500153 Total: 2,274 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 38' - 0" Depth: 40' - 5" Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab, Unfinished Basement
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A stacked-box design is efficient to construct. The wide front porch is an inviting place to sit, and also protects windows from the summer sun. The study and gameroom provide flexible spaces that add to the plans usefulness.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500012 Total: 1,203 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 17' - 0" Depth: 58' - 0" Foundation: Crawlspace
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Unexpected luxuries abound in this unique contemporary home, designed especially for efficiency and sustainability. Masterfully planned layout features minimal interior walls. Straightforward and efficient plan will yield construction savings.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500014 Square Footage: 1,230 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 55' - 6" Depth: 33' - 0" Foundation: Crawlspace, Unfinished Basement
5-Set $627
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Position this gorgeous getaway home to take advantage of the full wall of windows to passively heat the home and illuminate spaces within. The simple roof offers plenty of room for solar panels. Choose the basement foundation option to expand later without adding to the homes footprint.
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Wide overhangs and carefully placed windows control the amount of summer sun entering the home. Simple and compact footprint makes the home highly efficient to build. Uninterrupted lines of sight throughout the main floor evoke an open, well-lit feeling.
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5-Set $627
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Skylights in both bathrooms light interior spaces. Close proximity of bathrooms to each other makes plumbing installation and maintenance easier. Simple six-cornered footprint is efficient to construct.
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5-Set $627
8-Set $682
Repro $803
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A wraparound porch protects three sides of the home, while windows along the rear wall let the light shine in. Consult a local building professional about the proper orientation for your lot. Perfect for a couple, the home has a basement foundation that can be finished for additional family. 2 x 6 framing creates a more comfortable home with thicker insulation.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500018 Square Footage: 1,312 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 1 Width: 52' - 6" Depth: 43' - 0" Foundation: Crawlspace
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5-Set $685
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Repro $935
CAD $1,570
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French doors and a large eyebrow dormer recommend orienting the front of the plan toward the sun. Exterior walls were designed with highly insulating wall systems in mind, such as strawbale or ICF. This home is an attractive choice for homeowners who love the look and performance of natural materials.
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Highly material-efficient roof and layout help keep construction costs down. Front and rear porches provide summer shade and outdoor living space. Shed dormers help to daylight family areas.
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5-Set $600
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Repro $775
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Careful interior planning yields two bedrooms with walk-in closets plus a master suite with spa bath in a small footprint.This home can be adapted for even narrower lots by reducing or omitting the garage. The basement can be finished later if additional space is needed.
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5-Set N/A
8-Set $594
Repro $694
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Simple footprint and roof cut down on materials and construction costs. Built-in desks and bookshelves save space and money. 2 x 6 exterior framing allows for more insulation.
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5-Set $575
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The narrow footprint, rear garage, and historic character of this bungalow plan make it ideal for a resource-efficient infill lot. The floor plan is genius, providing privacy for everyone with no wasted space. Special features here include a walk-in pantry, built-ins, and access to a covered rear patio.
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ALTERNATE LAYOUT
5-Set $627
8-Set $682
Repro $803
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A four-cornered design with a simple gable roof saves money during construction and reduces thermal loss through wall junctions. A modest vaulted ceiling with a clerestory window over the great room enhances the sense of space. A skylight brings light to the interior bath. Consider fiber-cement siding for long-lasting durability and curb appeal.
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5-Set $875
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Repro $815
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The covered front entrance leads straight through to the back, providing excellent cross-ventilation. Combining living and dining rooms in one large area means fewer interior walls to build and easy movement between spaces. A one-story home is a good choice for aging in place.
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5-Set $627
8-Set $682
Repro $803
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A covered wraparound veranda adds lots of outdoor living space to this country plan and naturally cools the home. The simple stacked-box design is efficient to build. Areas needing plumbing are grouped together, making installation easier.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500026 Square Footage: 1,480 Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 32' - 0" Depth: 40' - 0" Foundation: Unfinished Walkout Basement
5-Set $645
8-Set $670
Repro $820
CAD $1,370
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Wide overhangs and strategically placed windows control the amount of sun entering the home. A daylight basement provides a walkout to ground level. Flexible space on second floor can be used as an office, den, or game room.
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SUSTAINABLE LIVING
5-Set $595
8-Set $650
Repro $850
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Careful planning fits three bedrooms and an open, fireplace-warmed living area into a narrow silhouette. Covered patios front and back shade the house. Basic roof form cuts down on materials needed.
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Plan CoDe ECO0500028 Square Footage: 1,500 Bonus Space: 1,361 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 67' - 6" Depth: 46' - 4" Foundation: Unfinished Basement
The super-simple roof and four-corner silhouette make construction easy. Expand for a growing family without adding to the footprint by finishing the lower level or the expansive bonus space above. Later, having the master suite on the main level lets you live efficiently on one level, but with plenty of room above and below for visitors.
5-Set $600
8-Set $700
Repro $775
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5-Set $685
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The broad roof planes could house solar panels to capture sun from a variety of angles. If sited correctly, the wall of windows on the rear can passively light and heat the home. Living on one-story is a good choice for aging-in-place.
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5-Set $685
8-Set $715
Repro $850
CAD $1,450
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This home's tiny footprint contains a generous open layout downstairs and three bedrooms upstairs. The living room and dining room both benefit from windows on two walls. Note conveniences like a built-in desk under the stairs and a walk-in utility room.
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5-Set $685
8-Set $715
Repro $850
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A narrow profile, alley-load garage, and classic Craftsman style make this an ideal home for an urban infill lot. An open plan with generously-sized common rooms lives large. Tall windows with transoms above allow light to flood each room.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500033 Square Footage: 1,543 Bonus Space: 345 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 35' - 0" Depth: 90' - 1"
5-Set $810
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Classic bungalow style, an alley-load garage, and a narrow footprint make this a perfect choice for an urban infill lot. Built-in cabinetry in the great room, the front bedroom, and the convenient e-space add long-lasting value. A double-sided fireplace enhances the livability of the patio and screen porch, without adding to utility bills.
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5-Set $885
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Repro $825
CAD $825
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This design achieves maximum efficiency by eliminating redundant rooms and wasted space, saving time, money, and energy. Consider building a basement foundation to increase the flexibility of the home for yourself and future occupants. Dimensions are designed to take advantage of standard lumber sizes, reducing construction waste and saving money.
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5-Set $885
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Repro $825
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This home easily fits a narrow lot, resulting in savings on both materials and land. A no-fuss staircase and open gathering spaces also simplify construction. The very-private master suite resides on the main level, a wise placement for long-term livability.
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5-Set $685
8-Set $715
Repro $850
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A compact layout still establishes good definition between family and private zones. Covered porch at the back of the home provides great seasonal living space within easy reach of the dining room. Flexible third bedroom can convert into a den, should the familys needs change over time.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500037 Square Footage: 1,587 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 34' - 0" Depth: 52' - 8" Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab
5-Set $670
8-Set $715
Repro $870
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Locating all three bedrooms on one side lets you heat or cool in zones, depending on the time of day. The compact footprint fits almost anywhere, and the straightforward square plan is efficient to construct. A full-width front porch shades the entry and windows.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500038 Square Footage: 1,588 Bonus Space: 287 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 42' - 0" Depth: 68' - 6" Foundation: Crawlspace
5-Set N/A
8-Set $750
Repro $970
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Stone is a durable and beautiful choice for the front facade. Slim dimensions and a front-loading garage suit this design for a narrow lot. A bonus suite upstairs adds flexibility for an expanding family.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500039 Square Footage: 1,591 Bonus Space: 322 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 48' - 0" Depth: 63' - 8" Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab
5-Set N/A
8-Set $695
Repro $880
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Minimal interior walls reduce the materials needed and the labor costs. A bonus room upstairs would make a great home office. Porches in front and back protect the entrances and provide pleasant outdoor living areas.
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5-Set $713
8-Set $775
Repro $914
CAD $1,400
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Rooms requiring water are located near each other for more efficient plumbing installation. The easy-to-build fourcorner footprint is interrupted only by the lovely bayed breakfast nook. Wrapping almost all the way around the home, the shady porch keeps the interior cool during warm weather.
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5-Set $895
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Repro $835
CAD $835
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This stacked-box design is simple to build and fits easily on a narrow lot. Choose a basement foundation for room to expand later. The front porch is a neighborhood-friendly addition that adds curb appeal.
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5-Set $705
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Repro $830
CAD $1,305
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With a side-loading garage, this plan can take advantage of a corner lot for two siting options. Modest dimensions and an uncomplicated footprint are cost-effective to build. Living on one level promotes aging in place and can be adapted for universal design.
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5-Set $650
8-Set $750
Repro $825
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This deceptively simple stacked-box design packs in the curb appeal on a compact footprint. Having very few interior walls not only reduces materials costs but makes for a layout with excellent flow and ventilation. Skip traffic and work from home in the flexible bonus room upstairs.
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5-Set $905
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Repro $845
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Eliminating most interior walls improves flow and cuts down on materials costs. When children move out, theres no need to move; the master suites convenient location on the main floor means you only have to heat or cool one level. The fireplace adds cheerful warmth to the great room.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500045 Square Footage: 1,724 Bonus Space: 375 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 53' - 6" Depth: 58' - 6" Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab, Unfinished Walkout Basement
5-Set $825
8-Set $865
Repro $995
CAD $1,710
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Mix of fiber-cement clapboard and shingle panel siding delivers distinction and durability. Single-story plan promotes aging in place. Covered front porch delivers shading and passive cooling benefits.
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The simple roof shape is interrupted only by functional dormers that let light into the upstairs bedrooms. Having few windows on the sides of the home preserves privacy in a high-density neighborhood. All three bedrooms are upstairs, making it easier to heat and cool in zones.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500047 Square Footage: 1,775 Bonus Space: 247 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 57' - 4" Depth: 33' - 4" Foundation: Unfinished Basement
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5-Set $650
8-Set $750
Repro $825
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Attractive architectural details adorn this easy-to-build stacked-box design with timeless curb appeal for lasting value. Careful interior planning yields little wasted space. A drop area off the garage collects dirt and clutter before it enters the home.
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5-Set $905
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Repro $845
CAD $845
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This design is an excellent example of how superior efficiency can be found in eliminating redundant rooms, non-living space, and unnecessary protrusions. Consider building a basement foundation and enclosing the study to increase the flexibility of the home. Dimensions are designed to take advantage of standard lumber sizes, reducing construction waste and saving money.
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5-Set $650
8-Set $750
Repro $825
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This plan wraps around the backyard space for great indoor/outdoor interaction. Main living areas are open to one another with few interior walls, which cuts down on the materials and labor needed. A one-story home is a good long-term choice.
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5-Set $713
8-Set $775
Repro $914
CAD $1,400
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Placing all the bedrooms on one side of the plan allows for money-saving zoning of heating and cooling. The rear of the home is virtually covered in windows; site the home appropriately to take advantage of passive heating and natural light. Stucco is a durable, resourceefficient finish for the exterior.
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5-Set $915
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Repro $855
CAD $855
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This compact home manages to offer four bedrooms,three and a half baths, and a wide front porch in a 54' x 45' footprint. For narrower lots, consider locating the garage behind the home and adding more windows to the great room. With a six-cornered foundation, simple rooflines, and careful planning, this home is value-engineered to reduce construction waste and save money.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500052 Square Footage: 1,886 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 44' - 0" Depth: 40' - 0" Foundation: Island Basement
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Repro $943
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This lovely coastal design features three porches and a deck, offering plenty of opportunities to enjoy fresh breezes more and use air conditioning less. The open floor plan assists with circulation. Areas requiring plumbing are limited to the lower right corner of the plan for maximum efficiency.
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5-Set $915
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Repro $855
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Careful layout yields four bedrooms, three baths, and a study in only 1,900 square feet. With no wasted space, utility costs are kept down. Work from home in the study and skip paying for gas and tolls.
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5-Set $810
8-Set $870
Repro $1,130
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Stone and shingles create an attractive exterior to maximize the homes value. Plenty of built-in shelves, including a compact e-space, save money on furnishings. A spacious bonus room provides flexibility for long-term living and future occupants.
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A future bonus suite upstairs gives the flexibility to expand without adding to the footprint. Covered porches in front and back are cool alternatives to air-conditioned spaces. Lots of thoughtful storage areasunder the stairs, walk-in closets in every roomensure the home's functionality.
5-Set $705
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5-Set $685
8-Set $715
Repro $850
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Little luxuries abound in this unique contemporary home, designed especially for efficiency and sustainability. Placing the water heater and HVAC systems in a centralized, conditioned space yields material and energy savings. Shed roof is very simple to build.
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A covered, wraparound porch provides a spacious outdoor living area while providing protection from the summer sun. A large bonus room offers flexibility and could be used as a home theater, home office, or additional bedroom for growing families. The master suite features a sumptuous bath, complete with shower stall and Jacuzzi bath.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500058 Square Footage: 1,903 Bonus Space: 338 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 55' - 0" Depth: 71' - 0" Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab, Unfinished Basement
5-Set $705
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Repro $830
CAD $1,305
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The six-corner footprint is easy and costefficient to build. Expand living space without enlarging the home by finishing the big bonus space upstairs. The open plan of the great room, kitchen, and eating area encourages circulation while reducing construction costs.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500059 Square Footage: 1,905 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 42' - 10" Depth: 64' - 0" Foundation: Crawlspace, Finished Basement, Slab
5-Set $575
8-Set $625
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Cleverly placed outdoor areaslike the upper deck above the carportprovide places to relax without adding to conditioned living space. Simple roof forms require less labor and materials. Roof overhangs shade windows from summer sun.
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Repro $850
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Flexible and open, this Craftsman design fits a narrow lot with ease. The simple stacked-box footprint is easy to build and reduces materials and labor costs. A home office invites the possiblity of skipping the commute, which saves time and gas, and reduces the burden on transportation systems and the environment.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500061 Square Footage: 1,929 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 65' - 0" Depth: 32' - 0" Foundation: Optional Finished Basement
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SECOND FLOOR OPTIONAL FINISHED BASEMENT 5-Set N/A 8-Set N/A Repro CAD $2,095 N/A PDF $2,095
Attention to detail is seen throughout this design from Visbeen Associates. This floor plan is configured without hallways to maximize use of space and minimize the number of interior walls. Placement of the all bedrooms on the second floor, away from high-use casualliving areas, affords the home energyefficient zoned heating and cooling. This plan comes with a green spec sheet.
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5-Set $713
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This home revolves around a central courtyard for enhanced indoor/outdoor relationships between spaces. The back opens up too, with walls of glass that are shaded by the covered porch. Stucco is a durable, attractive choice for the exterior.
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5-Set $713
8-Set $775
Repro $914
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Unusual layout allows nearly every room to have multiple windows for natural light and ventilation. The single-level design enhances both the livability and the resale value of the home, and the layout gives the main-level master suite exceptional privacy. A spacious bonus room provides flexibility for both current and future homeowners.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500065 Square Footage: 1,978 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 38' - 0" Depth: 35' - 0" Foundation: Slab, Unfinished Basement
Stone around the bottom of the home protects against weathering. Inside, warm two spaces at once with the twosided fireplace that faces both the living and family rooms. Having all the bedrooms on the second floor allows for more efficient zoned heating and cooling.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500066 Square Footage: 1,985 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 36' - 0" Depth: 43' - 4" Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab, Unfinished Walkout Basement
5-Set $825
8-Set $865
Repro $995
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This homes friendly facade and narrow footprint make it ideal for urban infill or smaller suburban lots. Site this home to take advantage of a wall of windows across the open living areas.Careful planning yields four bedrooms and a laundry room upstairs.
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An open layout with plenty of windows allows light to penetrate the primary living areas. The kitchen, laundry, and master bath are in close proximity, with the upsatirs bathroom directly above, enabling efficient plumbing architecture. Garage storage, a utility room, and a walk-in pantry help keep interior clutter to a minimum.
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There's little wasted space but plenty of comfort inside this rugged design. Choose the unfinished basement foundation to leave room for future expansion that won't add to the home's footprint. The whole back of the home opens to outdoor living areasfling open all the doors to naturally cool the house.
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A four-cornered design with a simple gable roof saves money during construction and reduces thermal loss through wall junctions.The intelligent floor plan achieves discrete formal and family spaces with minimal interior walls. Providing comfortable outdoor retreats at any time of day, the front porch, rear screened porch, and terrace increase living area.
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The open floor plan is light and airy, and it lives larger than it is. Windows and doors in front and back facilitate cross ventilation and let in natural light. A fireplace warms up the great room on chilly nights. Front and back porches increase living area without increasing heating and cooling costs. With few foundation corners and a simple roof form, the plan is economical to build.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500071 Square Footage: 2,039 Bonus Space: 1,155 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Width: 60' - 6" Depth: 91' - 4" Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab
5Set N/A
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Repro $970
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An enormous, naturally lighted bonus space upstairs offers more than 1,000 square feet in which to expand without adding to the homes footprint. Roof overhangs shade the wraparound porch for a cool sitting place. Windows and doors light up eating areas.
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Skylights bring natural light and ventilation to interior living spaces. Large banks of windows and glass doors are shaded by deep overhangs and porches. Dual propane fireplaces provide space heating benefits.
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A modest layout still establishes optimal definition between family and private zones. Covered porch at the back of the home provides seasonal living space within convenient reach of the dining room. Tight layout of sleeping quarters yields no wasted space upstairs.
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5-Set $767
8-Set $833
Repro $982
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This attractive one-story home sports a simple cross-gable roof. The open layout inside encourages cross ventilation. 2 x 6 framing provides more room for insulation.
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5-Set $720
8-Set $770
Repro $925
CAD $1,575
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Large windows and dormer accents lend natural light to the most-used areas of the home. Compact, classic design combines energy efficiency with a contemporary layout. Optional built-in shelves and desk maximize space in the dining room.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500077 Square Footage: 2,091 Bonus Space: 349 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 78' - 9" Depth: 71' - 5" Foundation: Slab
The open space containing the family room, kitchen, and nook is illuminated by expanses of windows. A two-sided fireplace warms both the family and dining rooms at once. The rear lanai and barbeque porch greatly expand living space without the expense of heating and cooling. A large bonus room over the garage can be finished if additional space is needed.
5-Set $795
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5-Set $800
8-Set $875
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A small footprint with few foundation corners reduces lot disturbance and construction costs. An open floor plan with few interior walls is cheaper to build, more efficient to heat, cool, and light, and it just feels larger. Shed roof forms are easier to build, and the variety of slopes is sure to offer at least one south-facing roof surface to accommodate solar panels.
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5-Set $725
8-Set $825
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CAD $1,400
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Flexible space at entrance can be used as needed- an office, den or library. Just off the kitchen, a fully appointed in-law suite is private and perfect for family or guests. A smaller footprint and simple rooflines make this plan easy and costefficient to build.
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2002 DONALD A. GARDNER ARCHITECTS, INC., PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF DONALD A. GARDNER ARCHITECTS, INC. THIS HOME, AS SHOWN IN THE PHOTOGRAPHS, MAY DIFFER FROM THE ACTUAL BLUEPRINTS. FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION, PLEASE CHECK THE FLOOR PLANS CAREFULLY.
Square Footage: 2,097 Bonus Space: 352 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Width: 64' - 10" Depth: 59' - 6"
5-Set $855
8-Set $915
PDF $1,200
Open layout with minimal interior walls is efficient to build. Cathedral ceilings and shady front-and back porches suit this home for a southern climate. In any climate, consider purchasing the 2 x 6 framing option to increase insulation capacity.
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Simple stacked-box design is easy to build, saving on materials and labor costs. Abundant windows let in natural light to the home. The porch wraps around the entire house to ensure a shady place to sit no matter the position of the sun.
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Opt for the bonus gameroom upstairs to reap double benefits: space to expand later, and a more-efficient 9-foot ceiling in the living room below. The deep porch shades the front entry against unwanted heat and provides a neighborhood-friendly place to sit. Work from home in the study.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500083 Square Footage: 2,144 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 60' - 0" Depth: 45' - 10" Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab, Unfinished Basement
5-Set $740 SECOND FLOOR
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Repro CAD $1,000 $1,735
PDF $900
Light-colored exterior finishes reflect heat to help maintain indoor comfort throughout the structure. An open floor plan encourages shared daylight to lessen lighting energy demand. Central three-sided fireplace warms the entire first floor. Second-floor bathrooms share a wall to enable more efficient plumbing architecture.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500084 Square Footage: 2,183 Bonus Space: 1,670 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Width: 71' - 2" Depth: 64' - 6" Foundation: Crawlspace
5-Set $725
8-Set $825
Repro $850
CAD $1,400
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A front porch plus a screened porch and a deck at the rear of the home increase living space without increasing heating and cooling costs. The unique layout makes the home feel light and spacious. For a small family, the main level provides plenty of space. The optional second level provides flexibility as the family grows, and it increases resale value.
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5-Set $890 SECOND FLOOR
8-Set $930
Repro $1,095
CAD $1,895
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ALTERNATE LAYOUT
A narrow profile, alley-load garage, and front porch make this an ideal home for an urban infill lot. A rear courtyard allows light to filter into the family room/ dining room/ kitchen area from several angles, and it serves as an outdoor living room, complete with fireplace. The master suite on the main level is perfect for the couple that is planning to stay in place after the kids are gone.
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5-Set $767
8-Set $833
Repro $982
CAD $1,570
PDF $935
This compact but roomy home with only four corners can fit on a small lot and has few wall junctions where conditioned air can leak out. The stacked box design is ultra-efficient to build and to heat/cool. Limiting plumbed areas to the upper left of the plan saves money during both construction and use, as less pipe is required and hot water won't lose as much heat in transit.
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Fully-wrapping porches offer two levels of outdoor enjoyment and also shade the windows and doors against the summer sun. Fireplaces shed warmth to four different rooms. All bedrooms are upstairs, making it possible to heat and cool the house in zones to save money.
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A contemporary design with lots of windows, this home is flooded with natural light. If correctly oriented, this home may capture passive solar benefits. Consult a building professional for guidance. A streamlined plan and flat roof require less labor and materials to build. The very-open layout inside has few interior walls, simplifying construction and adding to the impression of spaciousness.
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5-Set $795
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Repro CAD $1,065 $1,815
This compact and dignified home has simple, graceful lines and is economical to build. The stacked-box design with a simple gable roof saves on material and labor costs. The brick exterior acts as a thermal mass to help reduce heating and cooling energy demand. Inside, a central three-sided fireplace warms the entire first floor.
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OPTIONAL BONUS SPACE SECOND FLOOR 5-Set $855 8-Set $915 Repro CAD $1,200 N/A PDF $1,200
A semi-detached garage protects indoor air quality. The bonus room above may be used as a home office to save on commuting costs, or converted into an apartment for a live-in relative or paying tenant. Wraparound porches create additional living space without the cost of heating and cooling, and shield the home from excess solar gain.
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Repro $982
CAD $1,570
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Clay tiles have been used to roof homes in hot climates for centuries; they help keep the area beneath cool and comfortable. An arcade shades the front of the home, preventing the suns rays from overheating the family room and kitchen. Be sure to consider how the home will be oriented to the sun; wider overhangs or shade structures at key points may help reduce solar gain.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500093 Square Footage: 2,328 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 40' - 6" Depth: 43' - 4" Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab, Unfinished Basement
5-Set $890
8-Set $930
Repro CAD PDF $1,095 $1,895 $1,095
The compact footprint and frontloading garage of this family home make it ideal for a small lot. Few interior walls on the first floor reduce construction costs and improve circulation. All four bedrooms are housed on the second level, allowing the home to be heated and cooled in zones for better energy efficiency.
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Though styled as a vacation home, the plans narrow footprint and contemporary rustic look enable it to fit into an urban neighborhood as well. The narrow profile also allows light and air to enter from multiple sides of each living area. A stacked-box design with few foundation corners and an ultrasimple shed roof requires less labor to build and yields less waste.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500096 Square Footage: 2,360 Bonus Space: 322 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 69' - 0" Depth: 58' - 4" Foundation: Crawlspace, Unfinished Walkout Basement
OPTIONAL BONUS SPACE 5-Set $890 8-Set $930 Repro CAD PDF $1,095 $1,895 $1,095
PHOTO BY BRYAN WILLY. THIS HOME, AS SHOWN IN THE PHOTOGRAPHS, MAY DIFFER FROM THE ACTUAL BLUEPRINTS. FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION, PLEASE CHECK THE FLOOR PLANS CAREFULLY.
A single-level plan is a great long-term choice for aging in place. Areas requiring plumbing are grouped together for greater efficiency and easier installation. An optional fourth bedroom upstairs adds flexibility for a growing family.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500097 Square Footage: 2,373 Bonus Space: 1,542 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Width: 76' - 10" Depth: 59' - 2" Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab
5-Set N/A
8-Set $805
Repro $1,060
CAD PDF $1,800 $1,060
A side-load garage and earthy Craftsman touches give this home timeless curb appeal. Front and rear porches make this a great choice for southern climates, where they help maintain a cool interior while providing extended living space in comfortable weather. Long-term flexibilty comes from a study/bedroom suite on the main level and extensive bonus space on the second level.
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5-Set $825
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Repro $1,100
CAD $2,200
PDF $1,100
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Classic bungalow design and narrow dimensions make this a perfect choice for an infill lot in established neighborhoods. The one-and-a-half-story, foursquare plan is efficient to build. Front and back porches expand living space and contribute to the neighborhoodfriendly aspect of the design.
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This design has the appearance of a historical four-square home, with the additional benefit of being simple and efficient to build. Front and rear porches provide additional unconditioned living space, and also shield interiors from hot summer sun. Masterful planning upstairs yields three generous bedrooms with no wasted space.
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5-Set $765
8-Set N/A
Repro $890
CAD $1,415
PDF $855
A flexible plan for a large or growing family, with four bedrooms plus a bonus room that can be finished as an additional bedroom, rec room, or studio. A room off the foyer provides additional flexibility: make it a living room, a den, a nursery, or even a bedroom as needs change.
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Large expanses of windows are protected by the covered porch. The den is a flexible space perfect for a home office or family room. A breezeway leads to the garage, which may be eliminated or relocated to fit this home on a narrow urban lot. 2 x 6 framing allows for better insulation which, if properly installed, could yield huge energy savings.
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PHOTO COURTESY OF ALAN MASCORD. THIS HOME, AS SHOWN IN THE PHOTOGRAPHS, MAY DIFFER FROM THE ACTUAL BLUEPRINTS. FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION, PLEASE CHECK THE FLOOR PLANS CAREFULLY.
Square Footage: 2,468 Bonus Space: 213 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 35' - 0" Depth: 63' - 0" Foundation: Crawlspace
5-Set $720
8-Set $770
Repro $925
CAD $1,575
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Long, narrow design is perfect for urban infill lots. An open floor plan with minimal barriers and ten-foot ceilings optimize air circulation. Windows across the back and side of the plan provide energy-saving lighting and heating benefits.
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Square Footage: 2,500 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 68' - 7" Depth: 62' - 10" Foundation: Crawlspace, Slab, Basement/Slab
5-Set $800
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The study's location near the master suite would make it a great nursery, adding flexibility to the plan. Open common areas with very few interior walls save money and resources. If sited correctly, the wall of windows in back can help passively light and cool the house.
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CAD $1,200
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The courtyard-facing glass walls of this remarkable modern home disappear for seamless indoor/outdoor integration and ventilation. Orient the home appropriately to passively heat the home in winter months. The flexible theater adapts to fit your changing needs (such as becoming a playroom or office) making the home usable through many stages of life.
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This home earned a four star rating from Austin Energy Green Building, roughly equivalent to LEED Gold rating. Narrow dimensions make it a great choice for an urban or infill lot. Large windows fill the home with fresh air and sunshine and provide natural ventilation. Choose the basement option, if appropriate to your region, to add usable space that won't increase the home's footprint.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500106 Square Footage: 2,621 Bedrooms: 3 Bathrooms: 3 Width: 38' - 0" Depth: 78' - 0" Foundation: Stem Wall Foundation
5-Set N/A
8-Set $1,200
Repro CAD N/A $1,200
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This charming cottage design has a narrow profile and only four foundation corners, meaning less lot disturbance, less waste, and less expense. Windows on at least two sides of each room allow light and air to flood the home. Front and back porches and a second-floor sundeck expand living space without increasing heating and cooling costs.
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5-Set $747
8-Set $835
Repro $972
CAD $1,540
PDF $972
Although this plan looks large, its relatively simple footprint and open floor plan with few interior walls avoid excessive waste. Large windows in front and back, together with that unencumbered layout, help with air circulation.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500108 Square Footage: 2,697 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 64' - 0" Depth: 54' - 0" Foundation: Unfinished Walkout Basement, Daylight Basement
A stacked-box design with few foundation corners is material-efficient and less expensive to build. Limiting plumbed areas to the lower and right sides of the plan saves money during both construction and use, as less pipe is required and hot water wont lose as much heat in transit. The open layout and expansive windows make the home feel light and airy.
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5-Set $780
8-Set $855
Repro $1,050
CAD $1,700
PDF $1,050
A smart layout fits room for a family of four to live, work, and play in a narrow 30-foot profile. A den or bedroom with full bath on the first floor provides space for another family member or guests. Large windows with transoms above flood the rooms with natural light.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500110 Square Footage: 2,864 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 2 Width: 76' - 0" Depth: 54' - 0" Foundation: Daylight Basement
5-Set $747
8-Set $835
Repro $972
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This four-bedroom home accommodates the busy lifestyle of a larger family, with space for everyone to work and play. A mudroom off the garage collects dirt and clutter before it enters the home. Note the adjacent laundry room. Confining plumbed areas to the upper right quadrant of the home yields savings during construction and use.
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SECOND FLOOR 5-Set $740 8-Set N/A Repro CAD $1,000 $1,735 PDF $900
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In addition to lending this home its signature Tuscan character, the simple rectangular plan and gable roof are extremely cost-effective to build. Note how few walls divide the first floor. Light, air, and traffic circulate well in this home. A rustic porch and wide eaves shade the rear windows from summer sun.
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Brimming with historical character, this narrow home by Visbeen Associates would work well with a narrow urban infill lot. Stone wrapping around the bottom of the exterior protects against weathering. Optional bonus space upstairs provides lifestyle flexibility. Having all the bedrooms on one level makes zoned heating and cooling possible. This plan comes with a Green Spec Sheet.
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Windows blanketing the front and back can help passively heat the home if oriented correctly. The left side has no windows, making the home suitable for a zero-lot-line configuration to maximize a narrow lot. Save gas and time by working from home in the study.
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PHOTO COURTESY OF GARRELL ASSOCIATES, INC. THIS HOME, AS SHOWN IN THE PHOTOGRAPHS, MAY DIFFER FROM THE ACTUAL BLUEPRINTS. FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION, PLEASE CHECK THE FLOOR PLANS CAREFULLY.
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PHOTOS BY TODD LORD INSPIRED BY REAL ESTATE. THIS HOME, AS SHOWN IN THE PHOTOGRAPHS, MAY DIFFER FROM THE ACTUAL BLUEPRINTS. FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION, PLEASE CHECK THE FLOOR PLANS CAREFULLY.
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A contemporary design with lots of windows, this home is flooded with natural light. Stacking the second floors walls directly over the firsts yields cost and construction savings, as does the simple roof plan. Decks and patios increase living area without increasing heating and cooling costs.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500115 Square Footage: 3,242 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Width: 50' - 0" Depth: 59' - 0" Foundation: Daylight Basement
5-Set $865
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Repro $1,200
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Stylish, sleek, and contemporary, this cool design features walls of windows that let in lots of natural light and can help reduce heating and cooling bills if properly oriented. Flat and slanted rooflines offer a variety of angles for solar panels. A master suite and guest room on the main floor ensure the homes usefulness for years to come.
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Square Footage: 3,454 Bonus Space: 850 sq. ft. Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 3 Width: 97' - 8" Depth: 61' - 2" Foundation: Unfinished Basement
SECOND FLOOR 5-Set $915 8-Set N/A Repro $1,300 CAD PDF $2,500 $1,200
This home, part of the Designed to Earn the Energy Star program, achieves broader green goals through the use of sustainable materials. In addition, the design of the home uses passive solar techniques to enhance its energy profile if properly oriented.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500117 Square Footage: 3,510 Bedrooms: 4 Bathrooms: 4 Width: 64' - 0" Depth: 125' - 1" Foundation: Slab, Block
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This NAHB-certified green home is an excellent example of how smart, sustainable choices can make even a luxury home green. An assortment of natural materials, including recycled beams and wood trim harvested from sustainable sources, give the home an earthy, organic feel. The layout--only a single room wide at most points--allows light and breezes to flow in from either side.
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Plan CoDe: ECO0500118 Square Footage: 3,610 Bedrooms: 5 Bathrooms: 4 Width: 52' - 10" Depth: 62' - 10" Foundation: Slab, Block
PHOTO COURTESY OF BOB CHATHAM. THIS HOME, AS SHOWN IN THE PHOTOGRAPHS, MAY DIFFER FROM THE ACTUAL BLUEPRINTS. FOR MORE DETAILED INFORMATION, PLEASE CHECK THE FLOOR PLANS CAREFULLY.
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Large clerestory windows bring light and ventilation into the second story of this distinctive home, which was the first NAHB certified green home in Alabama. Virtually no walls stand in the way of circulation between the living room, dining room, sunroom and kitchen, a configuration that also saves on material costs during construction. Separating the garage from the house keeps fumes away from living areas.
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Though expansive, this home has great green features: a metal roof is durable and low-maintenance, the fully-surrounding wraparound porch shades windows and doors to cool the home, and the flexible layout has a guest apartment that offers independence to an elderly parent or a college student.
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your entire rst order for another blueprint from our plan collection within 90 days of the original order. Please call our customer service department at 1.888.690.1116 for your return authorization number and shipping instructions. Fees for exchanging your blueprints are as follows: 20% of the amount of the original order, plus the difference in cost if exchanging for a higher priced plan or less the difference in cost if exchanging for a lower priced plan. Because they can be copied, CAD, PDF, and Reproducible Plan Packages are not exchangeable or refundable. Please call for current postage and handling prices. Shipping and handling charges are not refundable. Please note that you will need to place your new order before your 80% credit is processed. If the returned blueprints look used, redlined, or copied, or if the staples have been removed, we can not process the exchange.
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UPGRADES: We offer a 90-day upgrade policy. We will be happy to upgrade 1-Set, 5-Set and 8-Set
blueprint orders to CAD, PDF, and Reproducible plan packages (price differences may apply). Orders originating as CAD, PDF, and Reproducible Plan Packages cannot be upgraded. Please note that the entire content of your original order must be returned before the upgrade will be processed. Please call our customer service department at 1.888.690.1116 for your return authorization number and shipping instructions or if you have additional questions or concerns.
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Whats In a Set
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A TYPICAL PLAN SET INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING:

While the contents of each blueprint package vary slightly, each contains detailed, high-quality working drawings that show you exactly how your house is to be built. You can expect to nd the following standard elements in most plan sets:
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1. Detailed Floor Plans

These plans show the layout of each oor of the house. Rooms and interior spaces are carefully dimensioned, doors and windows located, and keys are given for cross-section details provided elsewhere in the plans.
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2. Exterior Elevations
In addition to the front exterior, your blueprint set will include drawings of the rear and sides of your house. These drawings give notes on exterior materials and nishes. Particular attention is given to cornice detail, brick and stone accents or other nish items that make your home unique. Depending on the home you choose, your order may also include:
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3. Front Perspective
The artists sketch of the exterior of the house gives you an idea of how the house will look when built and landscaped.
4. Foundation and Basement Plans

This sheet shows the foundation layout including concrete walls, footings, pads, posts, beams, bearing walls, and foundation notes. If the home features a basement, the rstoor framing details may also be included on this plan. If your plan features slab construction rather than a basement, the plans shows footings and details for a monolithic slab. This page, or another in the set, may include a sample plot plan for locating your house on a building site. Additional sheets focus on foundation cross-sections and other details.
Exclusive Freebies
Specication Outline: Show your builder exactly what you want! The Specication Outline details the use and installation of various materials and products; use it as a checklist and communication tool. FREE with any plan purchase. Furniture Planner: See how a room will t together without the hassle of moving heavy pieces of furniture. The Home Furniture Planner includes reusable peel-and-stick furniture templates that t on a 12" x 18" laminated layout board enough space to plan every room in your house. FREE with purchase of or upgrade to an 8-Set, Repro, CAD, or PDF format. Building Basics Detail Sheets: Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, and Construction: If you want to know more about building techniques and deal more condently with your subcontractors we offer four useful detail sheets with non-planspecic general information that will add to your understanding of these important building topics. The complete set is FREE with purchase of or upgrade to an 8-Set, Repro, CAD, or PDF format.
5. House and Detailed Cross-Sections

Large-scale views show sections or cutaways of the foundation, interior walls, exterior walls, oors, stairways, and roof details. Additional cross-sections may show important changes in oor, ceiling, or roof heights, or the relationship of one level to another. These sections show exactly how the various parts of the house t together and are extremely valuable during construction. Additional sheets may include enlarged wall, oor, and roof construction details.
6. Floor Structural Supports

Floor framing details come with plans that have basement and/ or crawlspace foundations. Each includes spacing, direction, span, and specications for oor joists. Beam and window headers, along with necessary details for framing connections, stairways, or dormers are also included.
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Even the smallest efforts can result in dramatic benets when building a greener home. Whether incorporating green building practices or installing energy-efcient products, youll be creating a more cost-efcient and healthier living environment for you and your family. The Efcient Living Upgrade provides a set of instructions specically tailored to your house plan that your builder can follow to construct your home to meet the criteria for three nationally recognized green standards. Efcient Living Upgrade: $225
Materials ListAvoid Waste, Save Money

A Materials List helps you to avoid waste, save money, and accurately estimate the cost of your new home. It outlines the quantity, type, and size of materials needed to build your house (with the exception of mechanical system items). Included on the list are framing lumber, windows and doors, kitchen and bath cabinetry, rough and nished hardware, and much more. Materials List: Starting at $85-$150 Additional Materials Lists: Starting at $20 each
CORRESPONDING PLANS
Deck PlansEnjoy the outdoors
Many of our homes have a corresponding deck plan, sold separately, which includes a deck plan frontal sheet, deck framing and oor plans, deck elevations, and a deck materials list. A standard deck details package, also available, provides all the how-to information necessary for building any deck. Get both the deck plan and the standard deck details package for one low price in our complete deck building package.
Mirror and Right-Reading Reverse Flip Your Plan
Garage Plans Add Extra Storage Space

A large variety of multi-purpose garage plans are available to suit your needs. Create storage for bikes, toys, and outdoor supplies, or build a detached garage for additional parking, with space above for living, working, or playing.
Mirror reverse plans simply ip the design 180 degrees (keep in mind, the text will also be ipped). For a minimal fee you can have one or more of your plans shipped mirror reverse, although we recommend having at least one regular set handy. When ordering 5-Set or 8-Set plan packages, one set will always remain in its original form. A Right-Reading Reverse option is also available for many plans. When you choose this option, the design will be reversed and the text will read normally. All sets will be shipped in this format. Mirror Reverse: Starting at $55 Right-Reading Reverse: Starting at $175
Outdoor Project Plans Enhance Your Yard

Create an outdoor retreat in your yard! We have outdoor project plans that include everything from garden storage and workshops to playhouses and guesthouses. Enhance a pool area with beauty and function by adding a cabana, or build a charming trellis to adorn your garden.
Cost-to-Build Calculator Stay on Budget

The StartBuild Cost-to-Build Calculator helps you quickly and easily discover the answer to the number-one question in construction: How much will it cost to build this house? This remarkable online tool allows you to personalize the cost-to-build schedule for any home plan you choose. Experiment with different material choices and change home features with a few clicks, and compare prices. All estimates are specic to your home plan and geographic region. The StartBuild Cost-to-Build Calculator is the most accurate cost estimator on the market today. Cost-to-Build Calculator: $29.95
Landscape Plans Sculpt Your Foliage

We offer many landscape plans to complement your new home. The comprehensive landscape blueprint packages include a frontal sheet, plan view, regionalized plant and materials list, a sheet on planting and maintaining your landscape, zone maps, and a plant size and description guide. Each set of blueprints is a full 18" x 24" with clear, complete instructions in easy-to-read type. Our landscape plans are available with a plant and materials list adapted by horticultural experts to eight regions of the country. Please specify your region when ordering your plan.
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Modication Services
PERSONALIZE ANY PLAN TO FIT YOUR UNIQUE NEEDS
Have you found a plan thats almost perfect? Maybe youd like to replace siding with brick or stucco or add a room. Or perhaps youd like to make a BIG change like transforming the exterior from Craftsman to French country! If so, then customization (also known as modication) is the answer. The possibilities are endless! Our top architectural experts will work with you to make the changes you want, eliminating the need for time-consuming and often expensive modication through a third-party architecture rm. Your project will be performed quickly, professionally, and much more affordably through the company you already know and trust.
Change the Roof Pitch or Type Add/Remove a Garage Customize the Exterior Finish
Enhance Energy Efciency
What We Offer

Free cost estimate within one business day One-on-one design consultations Full-service design professionals will modify a stock plan or start from scratch. Our designers can add a room or custom-design your entire home from foundation to roof!
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Plan Modication FAQs

Can I customize any plan?
Yes! If the plan is available in a Repro, CAD, or PDF format, our design team can customize it. Not sure if it is? Just call us toll-free at 1.888.299.5229.
How much does it cost?

Estimates are FREE!* Once youve decided to make changes, the average price of modications is $800 to $1,200 in addition to the price of your blueprints an unbelievable bargain, considering that hiring an architect to design your home can eat up as much as 15% of your building budget. Our design associates will provide you with an exact price quote within one business day after your free initial consultation.
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MODIFICATION QUOTE
Theres no cost to obtain a design estimate!*
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What kind of changes can I make?

If you can dream it, our designers can help you achieve it. Typical plan modications include: creating a new foundation

adding additional rooms converting a reach-in closet to a walk-in enlarging a half-bath into a full changing a front-entrance garage into a side-loading garage adding a bedroom replace
How long will it take to make changes?

Not long at all. Typical turn-around time is two weeks or less. Of course, larger projects take longer, so it will depend on the scope of your changes. Regardless, a target completion date will be included with your free modication estimate.
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Save $100 on your home-plan modications!*
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*Not valid with any other discounts or on projects less than $800. Mention $100 Off Coupon when ordering.
You can even have us modify the exterior of a home to match your favorite architectural style. You name it, we can do it!
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Important: Read Before You Buy!
BEFORE YOU BUILD

Depending on where you live, you may need:
ARCHITECTURAL AND ENGINEERING SEALS

Some cities and states now require that a licensed architect or engineer review and seal a blueprint, or ofcially approve it, prior to construction. Before applying for a building permit or the start of actual construction, we strongly advise that you consult your local building ofcial who can tell you if such a review is required.
BUILDING CODES AND ZONING REQUIREMENTS

Each plan was designed to meet or exceed the requirements of a nationally recognized model building code in effect at the time and place the plan was drawn. However, your plan may need to be modied to comply with local requirements. In addition, you may need to obtain permits or inspections from local governments before and in the course of construction. Nevada residents Nevada law requires your plans to be redrawn by a Nevadaregistered professional. Consult your local building ofcial for more information.
COPYRIGHT
These designs are intellectual property and as such are protected under the terms of United States copyright law. It is ILLEGAL to do any of the following:
Terms and Conditions

Disclaimer: The designers we work with have put substantial care and effort into the creation of their blueprints. However, because we cannot provide on-site consultation, supervision, and control over actual construction, and because of the great variance in local building requirements, building practices, and soil, seismic, weather, and other conditions, we make no warranty of any kind, expressed or implied, with respect to the content or use of the blueprints, including but not limited to any warranty of merchantability or tness for a particular purpose. Items, prices, terms and conditions are subject to change without notice.
Copy designs or oor plans from any publication, electronic media, or existing home Make copies of or modications to your plan (unless you have purchased a Repro, CAD, or PDF format) Build more than one home from your plan without a re-use license (some plans include this; call for details)
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