“I fell in love with the Mediterranean philosophy of good wine, good food and family.” – Stephen White That loose, easy-flowing feeling of the Mediterranean can be yours daily. With 2 stories filled with light, 3,313 square feet, 3 bedrooms and 3 ½ baths, your vacation is right here. This Capri (D-3313A), by Living Concepts […]
Bringing a Little Bit of Europe Home
If you were fortunate enough to travel to Europe pre-pandemic, then you most likely observed (and took plenty of photos of) the homes in that country. Steeply sloping roofs, stone accents or all stone are just two characteristics of the European home design. The Whitaker D-3219 by Frank Snodgrass of Living Concepts embraces that European […]
Tradition with Function
This traditional home has nine-foot ceilings on the first floor, three bedrooms, two full baths with one half-bath, all in under 2600 square feet. Plus, a two-car garage, of course. The front of the home boasts large arched windows that complement those in the garage and the bonus room upstairs. The corners are studded with […]
Low Country – High Living
“This is home and home is not something you remember, it is something you see every day and every moment. “– Rick Bragg Hello Low Country home dreamer! Low Country does not mean low down or lowly at all – especially when Frank Snodgrass of Living Concepts House Plans puts his hand to paper […]
Not Your Average Storybook Cottage
“If you are working on something exciting that you really care about, you don’t have to be pushed. The vision pulls you.” – Steve Jobs This must be true for Frank Snodgrass of Living Concepts Home Plans because this eloquent Cottage/Craftsman style home, Greenbrier, shows just that. Drawn by his inspired hands with a vision, […]
Looking In, Looking Out
Have you ever peered inside a window, cupping your hands against your forehead to see better against the glass? And then wondered what it was you were missing? Then, being inside and looking out, you realize the beauty is the same within as it is on the outside. The Bravington plan by architect Frank Snodgrass […]
European Cottage, French Inspired
A steeply pitched roof, tall windows and the use of natural materials on the exterior make this home by Frank Snodgrass of Living Concepts, the Kirkpatrick C 2841, one of European charm with much to offer. The house has close to 3200 square feet with a workroom over the two-car garage, and a study that […]
Traditional Transitional
“Tradition is not the worship of ashes, but the preservation of fire.” – Gustav Mahler Borrowing from Traditional house plans of the past and introducing new products and the lifestyles of today makes for great Traditional house plans. Most people associate a Traditional house plan with Colonial or Georgian styles, but really, Traditional style is […]
M.A.P.
What is a map? Is it a destination or crisscrossing lines of possibilities? Does it show where you are headed or from where you have come? Here is what I hope the letters “M.A.P.” can become to you – M = Meaning A = Abundance P = Peace. Coming or going, here or there, peace […]
Little Scenes, Different Angles
Little Scenes, Different Angles Nora Jones speaks of her songs as being “little scenes, different angles.” Artists create little and big scenes all over the world- some may be visual works of art, written or musical pieces. Consider architecture as one of those scenes, with sharp angles that draw attention, mesmerizing oneself, or slopes that […]
A Bit of Whimsey with a Craftsman
An eclectic mixture of design and exterior materials makes Primrose E-3500 more than just charming- it captures the essence of the plan. This craftsman cottage by Frank Snodgrass of Living Concepts has 3500 sq. feet, not including the bonus room above. Two deep flowerboxes give you opportunity to add color to the front of your […]
One Floor – One Life – Live Both
One Floor – One Life – Live them both well Be grateful for who you are and what you have. No Matter What. Are you an empty nester, live alone, have physical challenges or just looking for easy movement of space and comfort? Look no more. This ranch-style, 2700 square foot single story home with […]
Classic European Charm
European Charm “There was a handful of clay in the bank of a river. It was only common clay, coarse and heavy; but it had high thoughts of its own value, and wonderful dreams of the great place which it was to fill in the world when the time came for its virtues to be […]
Leaving Mayhem Aside- the Farrington
You can build a low country or farm home anywhere- the suburbs or closer into the city. The wildlife noises will be different, of course- squirrel chatter versus an occasional squeal of the tires. Once inside, however, you can put your feet up and relax, forgetting the outside mayhem. This home by Frank Snodgrass of […]
A Wide-Eyed Craftsman
Windows on any house draw the eyes upward and pique the curiosity of the onlooker- what lies within? This house plan, Orchard 3967 by Frank Snodgrass of Living Concepts, has windows that beckon you to peer inside. The craftsman style home has three stories and almost 4000 square feet with six bedrooms and 5 full […]
English Country Dreaming
“Charm is a product of the unexpected.” – Jose Marti Unexpected charm is certainly found in this lovely English Country style home. Yorkgate (D-3217), a 3,462 square foot 2-story home with 3 bedrooms and 3 ½ bathrooms by Frank Snodgrass of Living Concepts Home Plans will surprise and delight you. With its squared off […]
Low Country Perfection
Low-Country Perfection “..And the meadows gleam neatly, as though brushed, by a comb, and the night bird sings sweetly – There’s no place like home.” – Glen Campbell Welcome. There is no place like home and I’m eager to show you around. My lovely shell and strong bones offer you 3,338 square feet, 4 bedrooms and […]
Leaving the Old Behind or No Fruitcake Here- the Ashford Plan
You know what a tradition is- like eating that yummy fruitcake your grandmother always made during the holidays (grimace here) or having the whole family dress alike for group photos (grin here). Perhaps some traditions are better left behind-that way, you may begin new ones. Planning for a new house is definitely an adventure, and […]