House Plan

Contemporary

Contemporary styles are characterized by its angular and modern-like properties. There are varying contemporary styles, but all they have common characteristics of split-levels, stone or brick facing, and multiple roofs. The homes often form a geometric shape with pipe railings; the newer models come with high ceilings and sometimes lofts.

The Contemporary home is great for large families because of the larger frame, two stories, and ample space.

Cape Cod

The Cape Cod house originated from New England in the 1600’s. The homes were common in the New England landscape due to the common resources available. It took centuries later to have this style return to New England. From the 1920’s the style evolved into a low and rectangular building with a steep roof, shingles and wooden shutters. The simplicity made the house an attractive option. The low roofing and the small-sized simplicity characterize the house. Since the ‘20s the house became slightly bigger (one and-a-half story home versus the one-story home). Today, the Cape Cod serves as a great alternative for young couples or retiring empty nesters.

French Architecture

The French style is another European-inspired style that became popular when the World War I and II veterans returned to the United States. The large homes from the French landscape captured the fascination of many and started a new housing trend in the states.

Today, the French architecture home plan is still popular. Some of the most common design characteristics are the pitched roofs (with varying lengths), stucco exterior, hipped roofs, and arched doorway.

Bungalows

From the early 1900’s, bungalows were one of the most common styles in America. Like the Cape Cod, these homes offered many Americans opportunities to own a home. Interestingly, the homes were sold as little as 900 US dollars.

Bungalows are long and narrow, with one to one-and-a-half stories. In most cases, these homes have a small porch, reminiscent of the closer tied communities.

Georgian

The Georgian style came from New England and the Southern states in the 1700’s. The name honored the Georgian Kings of England with stately and symmetrical-like qualities. With a large foyer with a central corridor, the homes provide a large stately feel of colonial America.

The Georgian plan style is still available as home plan option. The two-story home is likely to attract buyers who want a residence that reminiscent of colonial life.

Ranch

The Ranch home was popular in during the mid-twentieth century. The homes had very common features including a simple rectangular shape. Common characteristics include a long and low roof, one-story, and a simple floor plan. In fact, many of the ranch home plans included attached garages and vaulted ceilings.

The style has its origins from North American Spanish architecture and later evolved into the California Range House. It became popular in the American West because of its flexibility and its ability to allow all daily activities in the main level. Today, retirees and empty nesters enjoy the one-level home for ease of use.