The Bradner

This home’s pleasant surprises don’t stop at its appealing exterior, where traditional architectural lines play host to an assortment of natural materials, including shake shingles, wood garage doors, and ledgestone accents. The beautiful gabled roofline fronts an upper-level floor plan with the potential for five bedrooms, making this home ideal for a family. Among the upper-level spaces is a large bonus room with corner windows and a spacious master suite with a sitting area, a roomy corner shower, a double sink and a walk-in closet with compartments for two persons. On the main level, an angled staircase leaves the foyer open to views of the dining room and great room. In the center of the home, a feature-packed kitchen seamlessly joins the breakfast nook and great room, making it the ideal entertainment hub. A walk-in pantry, a planning desk, a butler’s pantry and space for professional-style appliances ensure delight for the cooking enthusiast. Tucked away are hardworking spaces, such as a study with built-ins and a large multipurpose space off the garage. The multipurpose space provides laundry facilities, a bench and closet for dropping off coats and shoes, and an expanse of cabinet and counter space to use as hobby work space.

The Calhoun

It’s the quintessential American home: covered front porch, dormer window, lap siding and shuttered windows. Inside the dream continues with four bedrooms and plenty of living space for the whole family. Consider the massive great room with fireplace and optional media center. It connects to the breakfast nook (which has sliding glass doors to the rear yard) and is open to the kitchen. A formal dining area is also easily accessible to the kitchen. A den, with 10-foot ceiling and double doors, lies to the right of the two-story foyer. At the back of the main level are a half-bath and a laundry area—conveniently placed near access to the two-car garage. Bedrooms are on the upper level—three family bedrooms and a vaulted master suite. The master bath is designed to pamper with a spa tub, a walk-in closet with built-in shelves, a separate shower and double sinks.

The Clearfield

Arts and Crafts style meets hillside design. The result? A stunning design that perfectly fits a sloped site. Horizontal lap siding with stone and cedar shingle accents decorate the exterior. A covered porch introduces the front entry, but also allows access to a mudroom and the three-car garage beyond. A vaulted office, to the left as you enter, features built-ins and corner windows for ambient light. The great room is also vaulted and has a fireplace, media center and window seat in a corner window area—a cozy place to read or relax. The nearby dining room has a recess for a hutch and double French doors opening to a wide deck. The service hall to the garage winds past a pantry, a laundry room, a half-bath and the mudroom, where there is storage space, a closet and a handy bench for removing boots and shoes. The upper level holds two family bedrooms (with walk-in closets), a shared bath and the master suite. A spa tub and vaulted salon with private deck appoint the master suite. The lower level features another bedroom with full bath, a rec room with fireplace and wet bar, and a wine cellar.

The Deerborn

Little things mean a lot—and in this plan, it’s the details that add up to a marvelous plan. Exterior elements, for example, lend curb appeal to the two-story layout. Stone accents, lap siding and a dormer window signal the attention that went into exterior planning. The floor plan has specially selected components as well. Formal and casual dining spaces are included and flank an open kitchen that overlooks the great room. If you like, you might include a corner media center in the great room to complement the fireplace. A vaulted den lies off the entry and opens through double doors. At the back of the plan, near a service entry to the double garage, are a laundry room and half bath. Sleeping quarters are upstairs and include three family bedrooms and a master suite. Look for a spa tub, separate shower, dual sinks and a walk-in closet in the master bath. Family bedrooms share a full bath with double sinks.

The Dellwood

This handsome design takes its initial cues from American farmhouse style, but blends in a wonderful mix of exterior materials to enliven the look. Cedar patterns, lap siding and stone accents work together for an out-of-the-ordinary façade. The floor plan is thoughtfully created and holds just the right amount of space for exceptional livability. An open living area, comprised of a vaulted great room, dining room and large kitchen, lies to the rear of the main level and can take advantage of backyard views and a patio. A den at the front of the main level may also become an additional bedroom. A walk-through laundry area, to the right of the foyer, leads to the three-car garage. The master suite is also on the main level. It features a salon with vaulted ceiling and a bath with spa tub, separate shower and compartmented toilet. Bonus space on the upper level complements two family bedrooms and a shared full bath.

The Hartville

This straightforward two-story home keeps things simple. At its heart is an uncomplicated floor plan that gives you everything you need and nothing you won’t want. The core of the main level consists of a spacious great room, which is open to the main living areas of the kitchen, the breakfast nook and the formal dining room. The spacious great room is tempered by a heavy beamed ceiling, a cozy fireplace, and built-in shelves. The kitchen—the place where everyone wants to be—is open, allowing guests and family to gather in the breakfast nook and great room, without feeling cutoff from the center of activity. Besides the main living spaces, a large laundry room and a den also are on the main level. Hidden behind double doors, the den features built-ins, and access to a half bath. The upper level contains three bedrooms, the most elaborate of which is the master suite. There, a tray ceiling and corner windows heighten the feeling of spaciousness. The walk-in closet is large, even affording a place for a stackable washer-dryer unit. The bath contains a large oval tub, a wide shower and two-person vanity. The other two bedrooms share a bath that provides separate vanities.

The Harwood

Grand in scale, but so well planned as to be comfortable, this mini-estate is appealing on so many levels. The height of the exterior is brought into proportion with a stone-lined main level and then accented by wood siding, two-bay windows and triple carriage-style doors. Living spaces and a guest suite dominate the main level. The den, the formal dining room and the casual nook all have bay windows; the great room has a bow window. Fireplaces warm the dining room and great room. Though the plan is open, spaces on the main level are defined by decorative columns. The triple garage accesses the main home through a service hall with a laundry room and a half-bath. Four bedrooms and three full baths join a library and a games room on the upper level. The master suite is vaulted and has a bow window and spa bath with walk-in closet. The games room sports a wet bar. Other details of note: a wet bar across from the great room, built-in shelves and niches, and a butler’s pantry with walk-in storage pantry connecting the dining room and kitchen.

The Hayes

It’s a natural: a two-story traditional with board-and-batten siding, cedar shingles, stone detail at the foundation and Craftsman-inspired porch columns. The look of old-fashioned carriage doors decorates the three-car garage. An arched transom over the entry door lights the two-story foyer inside. Large windows brighten the den and built-ins here make it handy. A half-bath and coat closet are on the left. Follow the central hall back to a formal dining room with built-ins, a great room with media center and fireplace and a casual nook featuring double doors to the backyard. The kitchen is wonderfully appointed, containing an island cooktop, walk-in pantry, built-in desk and corner sink. The laundry room is nearby. Three bedrooms and two full baths lie upstairs. The master suite is especially noteworthy; opening from double doors and boasting a walk-in closet and a bath with spa tub, separate shower, double lavatories and a compartmented toilet.

The Holden

The angled wings of this home provide it with a nice perspective and add interest to its already splendid appeal. The floor plan allows for formal and informal gatherings. From the two-story foyer, you can easily reach the formal living and dining rooms. Both are adorned with decorative columns at their entries. The dining room has hutch space; the living room features a huge curved window area overlooking the rear yard and accesses an outdoor living space with fireplace and outdoor kitchen that is also near the family room. The kitchen and nook lie between the informal and formal spaces—look for a huge walk-in food pantry here, as well as a butler’s pantry connecting it to the formal dining room. The opposite wing holds an office with built-ins and curved window, and the master suite, which features a sitting alcove with fireplace, a wet bar and a bath with huge walk-in shower, a spa garden tub, and three walk-in closets. Upper-level bedrooms (there are four) have private baths and walk-in closets. All bedrooms have space for a stackable washer/dryer in their baths, in addition to a large laundry room on the main level. Each bedroom also has a private balcony or patio area. A media center on the upper level opens from double doors in the hall.

The Hutchcroft

It starts with a dream of luxury and is realized by careful design and special details. This home borrows from Tudor elements to achieve its unique exterior appearance, incorporating a swoop roofline over the entry and mixing cedar shingles, stone and battens to good effect. The interior holds everything your heart can desire. A wide entry foyer opens to a vaulted great room on the right and the formal dining room to the back. The great room, kitchen and casual dining nook have exposed-beam ceilings. A fireplace, media center and bay window are noted extras in the great room. Doors in the nook lead to the back yard and to a small porch that is also accessed from the great room. The dining room has double doors out to the back. The far left side of plan holds a master suite and private study with built-ins. A through-fireplace warms both the master salon and the spa tub in the master bath. Three additional bedrooms (each with a private bath) are on the upper level. Each bedroom has a walk-in closet. Bonus space and an alcove on the upper level have dormer windows. A handy snack bar sits in the upper-level hallway.

The Kaiser

A touch of the rustic trims this sprawling design, with stone foundation accents, white columns, and dormer windows on its facade. A covered porch opens to a two-story foyer with a den on one side and formal dining room on the other. The den contains built-in bookshelves and can double as a bedroom thanks to the full bath just around the corner. The vaulted great room is perfect for gatherings of any type and connects to the nook-and-island kitchen. A service area beyond the kitchen features a half-bath, laundry room, ironing center and storage closet. The master suite is on the main level and has a vaulted salon, walk-in closet and bath with fireplace, dual sinks and spa tub. Three additional bedrooms are on the upper level; one is a guest bedroom with private bath. A balcony hall overlooking the great room separates the guest bedroom from family bedrooms. A huge bonus area over the three-car garage may be developed in the future.

The Marlow

Cape Cod style is universally appealing as evidenced in this home. Cedar shingle siding, three dormers and a grand bay window are cherished exterior elements, complemented by an up-to-date floor plan. The great room is the center of the design and serves well as formal and casual living space. It features an exposed-beam ceiling, a fireplace flanked by built-ins, a columned arched entry and double doors to a rear porch. The kitchen has a snack-bar counter open to the great room and sits between the formal dining room and the breakfast nook. A handy butler’s pantry makes for easy entertaining. The left side of the main level holds the master suite, a home office and the laundry room. Decorative ceilings grace both the master bedroom and the office. Three family bedrooms are on the upper level. Bedroom 4 has a private bath, while Bedrooms 2 and 3 share a bath. There’s also a snack bar in the upper level hallway. Bonus space over the three-car garage may become an additional bedroom, a games room or whatever your heart desires.

The Morgan

With an echo of farmhouse familiarity and a floor plan that is just the right size, this design delivers a double dose of appeal. Wood siding complements multi-pane windows and a covered porch at the entry. Louvered vents at two gable ends add a nice touch. Interior spaces begin with a vaulted office just to the left of the entry. A large storage area lies right behind it, under the stairwell to the upper level. Across the hall is a half-bath and coat closet. The back of the main level holds living and dining spaces, plus a superb kitchen with island, built-in desk and walk-in pantry. The laundry room is nearby. The great room has a corner media center and fireplace; the dining area has sliding glass doors to a covered porch. Bedrooms are on the upper level: two family bedrooms with walk-in closets and shared full bath, and the inviting master suite. Look for a corner spa tub, double sinks and a walk-in closet in the master bath.

The Primrose

Sporting a mix of exterior materials, this European-style home rises to lofty heights in a hipped roof. The grand entry features a keystone arch over a recessed doorway with large arched transom. Sidelights at the front door also help to brighten the entry. A wide entry foyer reveals an angled, open stairway to the second level, plus formal areas: a living room with a fireplace and a dining room with a bay window and a butler's pantry. For more casual times, use the family room at the back of the first floor. It holds a media center and a corner fireplace. The nearby nook and the island kitchen have access to the rear yard through French doors. Tucked away between the family room and the living room is a quiet den with built-in bookcases. The second floor contains four bedrooms and a small library with built-in bookcases. The master suite shares a through-fireplace with the master bathroom, and has a wonderfully detailed tray ceiling for accent. The additional three bedrooms have the use of a hall bath with double skylights. Note the large linen closet in this bath.

The Randolf

Crazy about Craftsman styling? This exquisite plan has it in abundance and doesn’t skimp on the floor plan either. Massive stone bases support the Arts-and-Crafts columns at the entry porch. Additional stone detailing adorns the chimneystack and along the foundation line of the main level. A touch of cedar shingle siding and board-and-batten at the gable ends finish the effect. Formal and informal spaces grace the main level floor plan: a living room with fireplace, a formal dining room connecting to the island kitchen via a butler’s pantry, a family room with another fireplace and media center, a breakfast nook and a cozy den with built-in bookcases. The three-car garage connects to the main house near a laundry room. Bedrooms upstairs include a master suite with luxury bath and walk-in closet. The three family bedrooms share a centrally located compartmented bath. Bonus space on the upper level may be developed in any way you choose.

The Seligman

With rambling and rustic flair, this Shingle-style home exudes an understated elegance. Suggestive of vacation cottages, this design features a guest-house-like wing, marked with a large Palladian window. Flanking the opposite side of the home, a three-car garage with workshop and storage space balances the facade. Past a sentinel of double columns on the porch, the front door leads to the main section of the home. Here the living spaces resonate with simplicity and livability. At the front of the home, double doors give the office privacy from the rest of the plan. The dining room resides on the opposite end of the foyer, accompanied by a wine cellar, pantry and large service counter. Connected by a series of French doors, the kitchen, breakfast room, great room, and verandah seamlessly flow together for fair-weather entertaining. The guest and master wing are designed around separate bathrooms and closets for optimum privacy. The upper level is advantageous for older children: Each of two suites features a walk-in closet and desk for storing kids’ wardrobes, toys and homework. Down the hall, the media/playroom showcases a bow window, which appears to beckon the kids to a recess from work and study.

The Compton

Characterized by Craftsman-style elements, this home is shaped by cedar shingles in peaked dormers, tapered columns skirted with stone, and pergola over the garage door. It's a sturdy, practical, and genteel family home with classic styling that will never look dated. The main level is partitioned into formal and casual communal spaces. Open to each other, the living and dining rooms create a welcoming entertainment center. Stretching across the rear of the home, the casual area encompasses the family room, breakfast nook, and very efficient kitchen. The kitchen is furnished with a cooktop island, built-in desk, and pantry. Sliding patio doors in the nook provide access to the back yard. Both the family room and living room are served by a fireplace. A private den, powder room, and laundry room round out this level. A handsome staircase in the center of the home leads up to the sleeping quarters. This level houses three bedrooms, a bath, and a vaulted master suite with a bath designed for two. A huge bonus room with twin dormers extends above the garage. Customize this house by furnishing the bonus room to meet your family needs - as a guest bedroom, playroom, home office, or teen hangout.

The Justina

Family living at its best is the main feature of the Justina. On the spacious main floor you’ll find an open kitchen that flows nicely into a breakfast area and then into the family room with a fireplace at its end. Sliding glass doors open onto a deck area off the breakfast nook and family room. The foyer, which is open to above, leads on one side to the formal living and dining rooms. On the other side of the foyer are double doors leading to a private study. A half-bath completes the main floor’s spaces. Upstairs is home to the family bedrooms and a magnificent master suite, complete with a vaulted-ceiling sitting area. Large walk-in closets and a double-sink master bath complete the suite. Three additional bedrooms (two with walk-in closets), a full bath and laundry facilities round out the second-floor living area. We’ve placed the garage doors on the side of the home so the covered entryway and many shutter-framed windows give the Justina a warm and comfortable look.

The Melbourne

Great design is not dependent on the size of one's bank balance. This house proves it. The affordable home plan offers a handsome exterior, accented with shingles, peaked gables, and a welcoming front porch. The interior is practical, flexible, and above all comfortable. Delightfully appointed, this home features a two-story foyer anchored by a stunning staircase. To the right, spacious living and dining rooms are paired for entertaining. A casual area stretches across the rear, encompassing a family room, dining nook, and a dream kitchen with a cooktop island. Fireplaces charm both the living and family rooms. French doors in the nook lead to the back yard. Lest you think a moderately sized home can't accommodate a large family, count the bedrooms on the upper floor. The master suite is patterned after those in deluxe homes. The bedroom has a tall tray ceiling and a wide dormer, a perfect site for a sitting area. Double doors open to the luxurious bath, fitted with a whirlpool tub in a windowed alcove and a tiled shower enclosure. The long garage provides enough room for three vehicles or two vehicles and a shop.

The Oakdale

From the peaks in the roof to the inset entry, this home is infused with distinction. The interior also is luxuriously appointed. A two-story foyer bisects the floor plan. To the left, the formal parlor and dining room are cheered by windows and a fireplace. To the right, double doors close off the den, creating a quiet sanctuary. Entry from the garage is through a full-service laundry room with a sink, cabinets, and counters. The family room and kitchen span the rear of the home. The family room offers ample space to group furniture in front of the tiled-hearth fireplace. The kitchen is a cook's dream. It's equipped with a built-in pantry and desk, a wall oven, and a corner sink. The central island is fitted with a downdraft cooktop and a sit-down snack bar. Sliding patio doors in the dining nook scoop in natural light and breezes. The grand staircase ascends to four bedrooms. The spacious master suite is highlighted by a tiled bath with a linen closet, a whirlpool tub, and a shower enclosure. A bonus room with a dormer window provides a perfect site for a game room, hobby room, or guest bedroom.