Finding a new home that meets your family’s needs, style, personality and budget can be daunting, and many savvy home buyers discover that engaging a custom home builder is the best way to achieve the home of their dreams.
Once you’ve decided to go the custom home route, however, figuring out the design for your new home is the next great challenge.
At Highland Builders, we understand the difficulty of arriving upon a home design that matches the vision you have in your head. While every home plan we create is custom designed, we have crafted several standard home designs and floor plans for our clients to use as a guide in creating their own ideal home.
Each of these plans is rooted in the principles of the American Craftsman style, focusing on the importance of simplicity of form, originality of design, high quality materials and individual handiwork details.
The Monroe
Beautifully marrying traditional home design with contemporary details, the Monroe offers a warm and welcoming transitional-style facade.
Inside the home, an inviting foyer ushers visitors into the spacious and well-designed open floor plan of the ground floor. The foyer is flanked by a window-lined home office or study and an airy dining room suitable for entertaining large groups.
Beyond the dining room, the user-friendly kitchen offers ample counter space, a walk-in pantry and a cozy breakfast nook, while the expansive great room provides plenty of space for lounging and playing in front of its large windows.
The second floor is dominated by the luxurious master suite, complete with a soaking tub in the private bath and an oversized walk-in closet. Each of the remaining three bedrooms are spacious and enjoy their own direct bathroom access.
For added bedroom space, a basement is an available option with this floor plan. Families looking for space to grow without sacrificing style should consider the Monroe.
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The Hampshire
Designed for the admirer of traditional design principles, the brick exterior of the Hampshire provides a stately yet welcoming appearance. The front door opens onto the foyer with its eye-catching staircase leading to the second floor.
On the ground level, a cozy home office is perfectly situated to act as a quiet haven, and the formal dining room provides the perfect space for family dinners and parties alike. The kitchen, breakfast nook and family room seamlessly flow into one another, creating the impression of light, airy spaciousness.
After ascending the staircase, you’ll find a large and well-appointed master suite, with elegant details including oversized vanities and a large walk-in closet. The other three bedrooms on the floor are large and bright with ample closet space. To cap off this beautiful and comfortable home, an open staircase leads to the attic, perfect for storage.
By combining formal spaces with casual ones, the Hampshire provides a perfect solution for families that enjoy both entertaining and relaxing together.
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The Madison
Marked by its generous size with plentiful spaces for both family and entertaining, the Madison seeks to combine functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Stepping off the front porch into the foyer, visitors are greeted by a gorgeous formal living room and dining room. Beyond, the expansive family room boasts a cozy fireplace, and the open kitchen offers an eat-in island for additional dining options beyond the dining room and sunny breakfast nook.
On the second level, a generous master suite provides ample space for storage and relaxing. The three additional bedrooms on this level share a spacious bathroom, while an upstairs bonus room provides flexible options for a play space, study or more. For families looking for even more space, the optional basement level provides additional room for entertaining.
Altogether, the Madison emphasizes the importance of flexible living spaces and functionality for changing family needs.
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The Bentley
The stately brick facade of this traditional four-bedroom estate home signals a luxurious yet functional living space within.
The dramatic two-story foyer sets the stage, with views to the rest of this 4,000-square-foot plan’s open first floor. The great room is massive, perfect for entertaining and opening onto an expansive terrace.
The kitchen is well-placed, allowing easy access to the great room, breakfast nook, dining room and sunroom. A first-floor master suite has five-star hotel-level amenities, including its own fireplace and multiple walk-in closets.
Upstairs, three large bedrooms, two full bathrooms and a spacious bonus room round out this floor plan. Ideal for families who are looking for ample public spaces while retaining privacy, the Bentley combines classical design with the flexible spaces needed by modern families.
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The Franklin
A hip roof and gables adorn the brick facade of this palatial design, creating an estate-like appearance.
Upon entering the foyer, guests are greeted by a feeling of airy luxury. Floor-to-ceiling columns help to blend the foyer into the formal living room, dining room and family room, creating an inviting open feel. The gourmet kitchen supplies capacity for large-scale entertaining, and the breakfast nook and sunroom provide additional seating space.
The second level houses the home’s four bedrooms, including the master suite with a spacious bathroom and large walk-in closet. The additional bonus room over the garage provides flexibility for a playroom, media room or anything else that a family might need.
By combining classical architectural details with space for modern living, the Franklin provides the basis for an unforgettable home.
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Find Your Perfect Custom Home Plan Or Start From Scratch
Whichever style you choose, remember that the potential to customize this standard home plan to meet your family’s particular needs and desires is tremendous.
At Highland Builders, we understand how important it is that your new house becomes your family’s home. Our design team works with each client directly to develop or modify a truly custom plan for their home.
Whether the changes to our standard designs are small or major, we are dedicated to making each custom home that we create the perfect match for our client and their family.
If you see qualities in each of these homes that you like but none are quite perfect, we will work with you to develop your perfectly customized home from scratch.
For more information, contact us today at 804-449-6006.
