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A house built in one of the classical styles (or neoclassical, as it's normally termed) is based on simple lines, graceful forms, and symmetry. If your home is built in a classical style, your door will be in the center, with rooms of approximately equal size and shape spilling away from it on both sides. Features common to classical styles include columns extending from ground to roof, regular equal-sized rectangular windows, and a triangular pediment..
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		<title>Designing Your Master Bedroom</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[When it comes time to designing your master bedroom you want to be sure to surround yourself with comfort and convenience, after all you spend a third of your life in your bedroom and no room in your home is more personal.??There are several types of bedroom spaces - master suites, nurseries, children/young adult and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When it comes time to <a href="http://http://www.thehousedesigners.com/articles/master-bedroom.asp">designing your master bedroom</a> you want to be sure to surround yourself with comfort and convenience, after all you spend a third of your life in your bedroom and no room in your home is more personal.??There are several types of bedroom spaces - master suites, nurseries, children/young adult and guest bedrooms that all have different needs. As you plan out your bedroom design you&#8217;ll want to take into consideration the needs and style of the person or people who will be calling this private space their bedroom. Learn how to design using green features and products and how to create a feng shui bedroom in the latest issue of <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/homeideas/issue32/">Home Ideas</a>.</p>
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		<title>Beach House Plans</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[Beach house plans are primarily vacation home plans designed to be built on a beach, or facing a lake or any body of water. Beach house plans are typically contemporary or modern with open spaces to capture views. Although some beach house plans may be raised up on pilings, most are of conventional construction (see [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/beach-house-plans.asp">Beach house plans </a>are primarily vacation home plans designed to be built on a beach, or facing a lake or any body of water. <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/beach-house-plans.asp">Beach house plans </a>are typically contemporary or modern with open spaces to capture views. Although some <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/beach-house-plans.asp">beach house plans </a>may be raised up on pilings, most are of conventional construction (see specific floor plans for foundation types included). The common feature to most beach house plans is a wall of windows facing out to the water, with many rooms sharing that view. View our extensive collection to find your dream beach house.</p>
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		<title>Garage Plan with Exterior Porch</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 12 Nov 2008 19:57:10 +0000</pubDate>
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The Charleston Carriage House is a 2 car garage with 792 sq. ft. of living quarters above.  With siding exterior and decorative details, this garage plan is reminiscent of a country barn. It would be perfect temporary quarters during construction of your permanent home.  Or it could serve as an in-law apartment, nanny [...]]]></description>
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<p><a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan_details.asp?PlanNum=8323">The Charleston Carriage House </a>is a 2 car garage with 792 sq. ft. of living quarters above.  With siding exterior and decorative details, this garage plan is reminiscent of a country barn. It would be perfect temporary quarters during construction of your permanent home.  Or it could serve as an in-law apartment, nanny quarters, college student apartment, etc.  This garage plan features an eat-in kitchen area, a spacious family room, a bathroom and a bedroom with both a clothes closet and storage closet.   Two more closets, as well as an oversized pantry, provide maximum storage in minimum space.  Laundry appliances could be positioned in the garage adjacent to the mechanical area.  A shady covered porch is perfect for relaxing with friends.  We have shown an outdoor fireplace in our rendering to help you plan your recreational space.</p>
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		<title>3-D House Plans</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 17:05:10 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[View our new and exciting collection of 3D house plans that provide 360-degree views of our best selling, most popular home plans from America&#8217;s leading architects and designers. Our 3D views give you much more detail than static images and renderings, so you can visualize your favorite home plan from all four views.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>View our new and exciting collection of <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan_3d_list.asp">3D house plans </a>that provide 360-degree views of our best selling, most popular <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/">home plans </a>from America&#8217;s leading architects and designers. Our <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan_3d_list.asp">3D views </a>give you much more detail than static images and renderings, so you can visualize your favorite home plan from all four views.</p>
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		<title>Designing Your New Roof</title>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 08 Nov 2008 04:23:24 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Choosing the right shape and pitch for your new roof??will greatly enhance your home&#8217;s architectural style, add curb appeal and value to your new home. No matter what material you choose - slate, tile, wood, metal, asphalt or eco-friendly - your roof is a key design element in defining the personality of your home.??Since your [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Choosing the right shape and pitch for your <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/articles/shaping-your-new-roof.asp">new roof</a>??will greatly enhance your home&#8217;s architectural style, add curb appeal and value to your new home. No matter what material you choose - slate, tile, wood, metal, asphalt or eco-friendly - your roof is a key design element in defining the personality of your home.??Since your <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/articles/roofing-material.asp">roofing material</a> is the final layer of protection for your home from the outdoor elements and from indoor heat loss you should consider key factors like durability/life cycle, maintenance, composition, eco-friendly attributes and cost. Learn about choosing the right roofing style and material for your new home in the latest issue of <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/homeideas/issue31/">Home Ideas</a>.</p>
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		<title>Beautiful Brick One Story Home</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 29 Oct 2008 19:37:12 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[The Albany House Plan offers many custom features. The spacious family room shares a see-thru fireplace with the formal dining room. The island kitchen features a large bar top perfect for conversing while cooking. The generous master bath is complete with his and hers walk-in closets, separate shower and oversized garden tub. The expanse of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan_details.asp?PlanNum=5771">The Albany House Plan</a> offers many custom features. The spacious family room shares a see-thru fireplace with the formal dining room. The island kitchen features a large bar top perfect for conversing while cooking. The generous master bath is complete with his and hers walk-in closets, separate shower and oversized garden tub. The expanse of windows in the family room create visual impact when entering from the foyer.</p>
<p>Click on the following link to view this plan in 3D:?? <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan_details.asp?PlanNum=5771">http://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan_details.asp?PlanNum=5771</a></p>
<p>Our new 3D feature provides 360-degree views which give you much more detail than static images and renderings, so you can visualize your favorite home plan from all four orientations. Our upcoming interactive 3D feature will allow you to change exterior surfaces, windows and doors, roofing and much more so you can customize and envision your dream home before it is built!</p>
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		<title>Craftsman Ranch w/Countless Features</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:26:29 +0000</pubDate>
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   This sophisticated southern country home, with its updated Craftsman facade and spacious interior design, is both flexible and dramatic. The Long Meadow has a three car garage, screened porch, spacious country kitchen, an optional 1,535 sq. ft. bonus area and an optional 2,352 sq. ft. basement make this home irresistible!
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<p>   This sophisticated southern country home, with its updated Craftsman facade and spacious interior design, is both flexible and dramatic. <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan_details.asp?PlanNum=1169">The Long Meadow </a>has a three car garage, screened porch, spacious country kitchen, an optional 1,535 sq. ft. bonus area and an optional 2,352 sq. ft. basement make this home irresistible!</p>
<p>   Relax in the luxurious master suite which includes a tray ceiling, a sitting area, his and hers walk-in closets, and exquisite bath.  The 14&#8242;-3&#8243; x 22&#8242;-6&#8243; country kitchen, with a walk-in pantry, is open to the vaulted family room.  A French door leads to the vaulted screened porch.  The deck is accessible from both the screened porch and master bedroom.  A decorative square column and tray ceiling adorn the elegant dining room.  Bedrooms two and three each feature walk-in closets and individual baths.  Tucked behind the functional laundry room are stairs accessing the optional basement and future bonus area.  </p>
<p>   Follow the steps down to the basement where a whole new world awaits!  The family recreation area has a game room with plenty of space for a pool table.  Also in this space is a full bathroom with access to a mechanical closet.  Located right off the rec room is a home theater with a snack area for those movie-time ???munchies???!  A safe room and large storage closet make the most of this below ground space.   The boat garage is accessible through a rec room door.  Completing this lower level is an in-law suite with a private bathroom, walk-in closet and a kitchenette.</p>
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		<title>Small House Plans</title>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 26 Oct 2008 20:38:08 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[With an eye toward affordability and the reality of today&#8217;s market, builders are starting to downsize floor plans??in hopes of boosting sales.?? Builders have moved away from building large homes with expensive features in favor of smaller, more efficient homes.
The House Designers??has the??finest collection of small house plans anywhere. Small house plans are defined on [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>With an eye toward affordability and the reality of today&#8217;s market, builders are starting to downsize <a href="http://bostonrealestateblog.bushari.com/smaller-floor-plans-gain-popularity.htm" target="_self">floor plans</a>??in hopes of boosting sales.?? Builders have moved away from building large homes with expensive features in favor of smaller, more efficient homes.</p>
<p>The House Designers??has the??finest collection of <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/small-house-plans.asp">small house plans </a>anywhere. Small house plans are defined on this website as floor plans under 2000 square feet of living area. Small house plans are intended to be economical to build. Although many small home plans are often plain and simple, this website includes hundreds of small house plans that are absolutely charming, well planned, well zoned, and a joy to live in.</p>
<p>The <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/plan_details.asp?PlanNum=1161">Wynstone House Plan</a>??is a perfect example of a small home that has everything a family could want and need.?? Three Bedrooms, two and 1/2 baths, a large family room with a warm inviting fireplace.</p>
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		<title>Choosing Window Treatments</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2008 16:38:34 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[When it comes to choosing the right type of window treatments for your new home, keep in mind budget, taste, style and function. Today there is an unlimited selection of??treatments to choose from to enhance your windows??and protect your home&#8217;s interior. Interior designers are always creating new and original designs for leading window treatment manufacturers. [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>When it comes to choosing the right <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/articles/types-of-window-treatments.asp">type of window treatments</a> for your new home, keep in mind budget, taste, style and function. Today there is an unlimited selection of??treatments to choose from to enhance your windows??and protect your home&#8217;s interior. Interior designers are always creating new and original designs for leading window treatment manufacturers. Trends and styles change each year like the fashion industry where old favorites get a makeover and original designs follow the demands of the consumer. Learn what the <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/articles/window-treatment-trends.asp">last trends</a> in window treatments are in the latest issue of <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/homeideas/issue29/">Home Ideas.</a></p>
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		<title>Understanding Blueprints</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 23 Oct 2008 20:36:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Your blueprint plans??and specifications are the documents used by your builder and contractors to instruct them on how to build your new home. Each set of blueprints should include floor plans; plans for the foundation and information on footings and framing; front, side and rear elevations; roof plan; electrical layout and kitchen cabinet layout; and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Your <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/understanding_blueprints.asp">blueprint plans</a>??and specifications are the documents used by your builder and contractors to instruct them on how to build your new home. Each set of blueprints should include floor plans; plans for the foundation and information on footings and framing; front, side and rear elevations; roof plan; electrical layout and kitchen cabinet layout; and construction details.</p>
<p>A very popular blueprint package for individuals who will be making modifications to their house plans are reproducibles. A reproducible set gives an architect, builder or other construction professional the ability to make changes to the drawings without having to redraw the house plans.</p>
<p>We offer a variety of <a href="http://www.thehousedesigners.com/aboutplans.asp">blueprint packages</a>??ranging from 1 set (study set) to CADD disks. Once you have selected a house plan to view in more detail, click on the &#8220;pricing options&#8221;??button or &#8220;purchase&#8221; button to view which blueprint packages are available for that particular house plan and designer.</p>
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