How do you achieve a balance between design and nature when the yard is bare and the walkway nondescript? Start with a clear (but organic) Arts & Crafts landscape design, then practice a little benign neglect.
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The roof of a house is such a body. Though nowadays some house owners can customize the color of the roof as they want, brown takes most sympathy as the most common color to apply. Then, we might be wondering what color we choose for the best look of our exterior design matched with a brown roof. We spoke to a representative from Supreme Finishes who are Coventry Decorators, and they said, “The combination of a brown roof and any shade of white for the house is always right; this is because both tones are neutral and create an awesome look. […]
This is a PDF Plan available for Instant Download. 1 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with 1 RV, bus, or big rig garage and RV port. It has a microwave over range & stacked washer/dryer. Sq. Ft: 1,157 (living space) Building size: 60'-0" wide (including RV port), 48'-0" deep Roof pitch: 6/12 and 2/12 Ridge height: 22' Wall heights: 8' living, 16' RV garage Foundation: Slab Lap siding & faux stone paneling For the reverse plan, please see Model 3C. PLANS INCLUDE: Elevations Exterior / Interior Dimension Plan Floor / Ceiling Framing Plan Roof Framing Plan Cross Section Door & Window Schedule Lighting Plan An estimated materials list for the doors, windows, and general wood framing. You are purchasing the PDF file for this plan. Print it out whenever you like, as many times as you like. Plan prints to 1/4" = 1' scale on 24" x 36" paper. For more plans, visit my website: https://sites.google.com/site/excellentfloorplans/ CUSTOM PLANS: Unfortunately I'm unable to do custom plans at this time. DISCLAIMER: These plans were produced by myself and were not prepared by nor checked by a licensed architect and/or engineer. I do not represent nor imply myself to be a licensed architect and/or licensed engineer. Enjoy these plans but use them at your own discretion.
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An amazing narrow lot plan has 32’ width and 46’ depth dimensions providing a perfect house design for a lakefront or mountain stream property lot. Imagine relaxing on the front porch of the home and enjoying a cool breeze or star gazing where the front covered porch is accentuated with a stone chimney fireplace. The soaring chimney feature is accompanied by simple roof construction, shakes and a plethora of window views designed from all angles of the home. There are approximately 1,742 square feet of living space on two floors which incorporates two or three bedrooms and two baths into the space. Furthermore, the home’s drawings are on a basement foundation which could translate into additional square footage, value and versatility. Floor to ceiling double window doors provide entrance into the home where an open concept floor plan is revealed. There is a large dining space with a triple and double wall of windows lining the space. The kitchen houses a center island, window sink views, a separate walk-in pantry and rear and side walls of counter and cabinet space. The living room is highlighted by the adjoining fireplace wall and features plenty of space for optimum furniture placement. The main level master suite is situated at the rear of the home for privacy and is highlighted by a large master bedroom with generous closet space. Additional storage/closet space is featured before accessing the rear door and porch. There is an adjacent full bath which contains a vanity space, toilet area, a separate shower and large soaking tub along with loads of counter space. The second story staircase spills onto an open loft space which could be used as a home office/study or second entertaining lounge. The second bedroom is spacious with plentiful closet space and there is a full bath with shower available. This outstanding home features outdoor space suitable for relaxing and an interior floor plan that is fully functional and comfortable.
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This 56 foot wide and 46 feet deep 1,484 square foot contemporary one-level house plan was designed to take advantage of your views to the back with 4 sets of sliding doors on the back giving you access to the covered porch. The kitchen, the dining room and the living room are all open-concept with a cathedral ceiling, the latter also has a fireplace. The master bedroom is connected to a private bathroom and a walk-in closet. The other two bedrooms share another bathroom.
Itea (Virginia Sweetspire) is a durable native shrub that grows well in either sun or shade and tolerates drought as well as flooding rains. It thrives in almost any soil type, including clay, and is hardy in all but the coldest climates.
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Landscape garden design can be rather pricy and you have to get a good idea of how much you are able to spend on your fantasy yard. Possessing a well-maintained garden is not a simple job in the slightest. Occasionally it's not possible to install window planters alone, which means you should depend on the support of professionals.
Greece, with its paradisiac constellation of gorgeous islands, is the star destination this summer. Discover the five new hotels that have opened up, from Santorini to Mykonos.
This is a PDF Plan available for Instant Download. 3-Bedroom 2-Bath home with 2 car garage. Sq. Ft: 1,338 Building size: 46'-0" wide, 60'-0" deep (including porch) Main roof pitch: 6/12 Ridge height: 17' Wall height: 10' Foundation: Slab Lap siding & shakes siding For the reverse plan, please see Model 2. PLANS INCLUDE: Elevations Exterior / Interior Dimension Plan Floor / Ceiling Framing Plan Roof Framing Plan Cross Section Door & Window Schedule Lighting Plan An estimated materials list for the doors, windows, and general wood framing. You are purchasing the PDF file for this plan. Print it out whenever you like, as many times as you like. Plan prints to 1/4" = 1' scale on 24" x 36" paper. For more plans, visit my website: https://sites.google.com/site/excellentfloorplans/ CUSTOM PLANS: Unfortunately I'm unable to do custom plans at this time. DISCLAIMER: These plans were produced by myself and were not prepared by nor checked by a licensed architect and/or engineer. I do not represent nor imply myself to be a licensed architect and/or licensed engineer. Enjoy these plans but use them at your own discretion.
This 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom Modern house plan features 2,102 sq ft of living space. America's Best House Plans offers high quality plans from professional architects and home designers across the country with a best price guarantee. Our extensive collection of house plans are easy to read, versatile, and affordable, with a seamless modification process available if your plans need to be changed to suit your lifestyle and personal choice.
These colorful perennial water-loving plants need constant moisture; some will grow in standing water.
