new house Archives - House Plan News

Tips for Hosting Thanksgiving in Your New Home

Frank Betz Associates — Fri, 22 Nov 2019 19:10:16 +0000

Before long, family and friends will gather to share laughs, recount stories, and of course, indulge in Thanksgiving fare. With an abundance of room to relax, a new Frank Betz Associates home is the perfect space to host the big meal. Can you smell those festive flavors floating through your gourmet kitchen yet? If […]

The post Tips for Hosting Thanksgiving in Your New Home appeared first on House Plan News.

HOW TO MAXIMIZE YOUR HOMES’ CURB APPEAL

Frank Betz Associates — Tue, 18 Dec 2018 15:54:51 +0000

Walk down any residential street and it’s the homes that make up most of the scenery. How your home looks from the curb point of view makes a statement. It’s a first impression that conveys a lot about who and what lives inside. Whether you’re looking to maximize your home’s curb appeal because it’s going […]

The post HOW TO MAXIMIZE YOUR HOMES’ CURB APPEAL appeared first on House Plan News.

DESIGNING HOME PLANS FOR REAL PEOPLE

Frank Betz Associates — Fri, 16 Nov 2018 14:36:27 +0000

When designing a new home there’s sometimes a tendency to get a bit off track. Yes, it’s nice to peruse the magazines and posh websites for fantastic home design ideas. But do all those fancy features and amenities fit into a normal family’s lifestyle? Usually not. Too often we’re mesmerized by a home design that […]

The post DESIGNING HOME PLANS FOR REAL PEOPLE appeared first on House Plan News.

NEW INNOVATIONS IN PROTECTING YOUR HOUSE FROM A STORM

Frank Betz Associates — Fri, 02 Nov 2018 16:16:05 +0000

Your home is a place of refuge. A place where you and your family should be able to feel safe from the outside world. Part of feeling safe is the protection your home provides from inclement weather. It is shelter in its truest form. In the following post, we’ll discus home building methods and materials […]

The post NEW INNOVATIONS IN PROTECTING YOUR HOUSE FROM A STORM appeared first on House Plan News.

Stick-Built Homes vs. Prefab – What’s the Real Difference?

Frank Betz Associates — Thu, 01 Nov 2018 20:10:37 +0000

There are two main options when deciding to build a new home. These are stick-built and prefab construction. This article will help to clearly illustrate some pros and cons of both. By explaining the differences between stick-built homes and prefab, you will be able to make a better informed decision as you plan the next […]

The post Stick-Built Homes vs. Prefab – What’s the Real Difference? appeared first on House Plan News.

WHAT TO EXPECT BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER CHOOSING AN ARCHITECT/DESIGNER

Frank Betz Associates — Wed, 24 Oct 2018 19:11:12 +0000

You’ve made the decision to build a new home. That was the easy part. Now’s the time to find and choose an architectural firm. If you have a home design style in mind, and you should, you will want to look for a firm that has experience designing that same kind of home. You can […]

The post WHAT TO EXPECT BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER CHOOSING AN ARCHITECT/DESIGNER appeared first on House Plan News.

Should I have a Design in Mind Before I Find a Home Builder?

Frank Betz Associates — Fri, 19 Oct 2018 19:01:48 +0000

To have, or not to have a home design in mind before finding a builder. That is the question. Regardless of the correct answer, as a person or persons about to take the bold step of building a house, you are probably going to have an idea of what type of house design you’d like. […]

The post Should I have a Design in Mind Before I Find a Home Builder? appeared first on House Plan News.

Getting reference for New home construction through online industry reports and home shows

Frank Betz Associates — Fri, 12 Oct 2018 12:36:26 +0000

As you approach the new home building process, there a number of ways to gain a base knowledge of construction that will help in the long run. A quick search online can lead you to applicable reference materials and various industry reports. Visiting local home shows are another beneficial method. Gathering as much information about […]

The post Getting reference for New home construction through online industry reports and home shows appeared first on House Plan News.

Why New Homes are More Efficient

Frank Betz Associates — Fri, 14 Sep 2018 19:39:48 +0000

Most everyone desires a comfortable and safe place to live. Older homes may offer historic charms, but more often than not, they are models of inefficiency. Older homes usually have poor insulation, single pane windows and insufficient heat and air conditioning. These deficiencies can add up and create wasted costs just to maintain the home. […]

The post Why New Homes are More Efficient appeared first on House Plan News.

When building a home, size matters: What square footage is right for you?

Frank Betz Associates — Fri, 07 Sep 2018 18:36:30 +0000

Determining the size of your future house is perhaps one of the most important factors in the building process. Choosing either large or small comes with its own perks and downsides. Large houses certainly offer an allure of their own. More square footage allows for more space in terms of bathrooms, bedrooms, living spaces […]

The post When building a home, size matters: What square footage is right for you? appeared first on House Plan News.