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Trending: Stylish and Chic New House Plans

Trending: Stylish and Chic New House Plans
Build your dream home with these bold house plan designs.

By Courtney Pittman

Interested in the latest in architectural design innovation and style? Our collection of new house plan designs boast curb appeal, functionality, and modern floor plans. You’ll find open layouts, island kitchens, great rooms, mudrooms, and flex rooms (which are increasingly taking the place of designated living and dining rooms). From charming cottages to house plan designs that offer sleek luxury, these new house plans are sure to catch your eye.

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House Plan Design - Farmhouse Exterior - Front Elevation Plan #430-156

House Plan Design - Trending: Stylish and Chic New House Plans

This contemporary version of the classic farmhouse (plan430-156) displays eye-catching curb appeal. A wide porch welcomes visitors inside, where an open layout (pictured above) encourages a relaxed lifestyle.

House Plan Design - Trending: Stylish and Chic New House Plans

Serve up snacks at the kitchen island (pictured above) or sit down for an elegant meal in the dining room. A rear porch is the perfect place to entertain guests when the weather is nice. Need storage space? You're in luck. Tons of storage spaces are located throughout the home, with every bedroom boasting a walk-in closet (plus a huge pantry in the kitchen).

The master suite's closet opens directly to the laundry room – making it easy to throw in a load. A large bonus suite upstairs can be finished now or later.

House Plan Design - Bungalow Exterior - Front Elevation Plan #30-338

Plan 30-338 greets guests with a welcoming front porch and large windows (bring on the natural light!). Inside, a formal living room could also be used as a media room or office space. The island kitchen opens to the roomy great room making the space feel bright and airy. A bedroom (with bath) on the first floor could be used as a guest suite.

Upstairs, a generous master suite features dual sinks and two walk-in closets. A third bedroom features a full bath and two closets. The laundry room is easy to reach on this level for added convenience.

House Plan Design - Farmhouse Exterior - Front Elevation Plan #430-164

There's no shortage of curb appeal for this stunning modern farmhouse plan (plan430-164). Board and batten siding and quartered windows (with black window trim) render classic farmhouse flair to the exterior of this design. Inside, a formal entry and dining room open to the large living area (with raised ceilings and a brick accent wall) for an easy flow.

House Plan Design - Trending: Stylish and Chic New House Plans

The sizable kitchen (pictured above) features an island (with eating bar) as well as a large pantry. Three bedrooms are well-sized and all include walk-in closets. As an extra feature, an upstairs bonus space is provided that could be used as a convenient guest suite or game room.

House Plan Design - Contemporary Exterior - Front Elevation Plan #942-55

Sleek and modern, plan 942-55 (pictured above) will draw all eyes with its clean lines and stone entry columns. Inside, the curving island overlooks the living and dining rooms. Sliding glass doors open to a large rear covered porch – perfect for entertaining friends and family when the weather is nice.

The first-floor master promotes privacy and features an extra-large walk-in closet. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms and two bathrooms reside.

House Plan Design - Farmhouse Exterior - Front Elevation Plan #430-188

Plan 430-188 is a simple (but refined) farmhouse plan that features all the details you'd expect for country living. A welcoming front porch provides character and charm, while a rear porch and patio is the perfect place to entertain guests.

This open floor plan makes great use of space and provides for an island with an eat-at bar for the Kitchen. In the Master Bath you'll find a huge two person shower, separate vanity spaces, enclosed toilet room, and large walk-in closet.

House Plan Design - Farmhouse Exterior - Front Elevation Plan #437-97

Smart design choices make this new house plan design live large. From vaulted ceilings (in both the open living area and the primary bedroom) to a flexible guest bedroom or study, plan 437-97 (above) is full of cool amenities.

House Plan Design - Trending: Stylish and Chic New House Plans

A fireplace adds cozy charm to the great room (above), which opens to the dining room and large kitchen. Located on the first floor (away from the other bedrooms), the master suite grants homeowners privacy and features an extra-large closet.

The second level includes two bedrooms (one with its own bath), an exercise room (with a wet bar) that could also be used as a game room, an office, and an extra bath.

House Plan Design - Craftsman Exterior - Front Elevation Plan #20-2328

Plan 20-2328 is a brand-new design that gives busy families what they need: storage, open areas for relaxing together, and more storage. The great room shows off a cozy fireplace and total openness to the dining room and island kitchen. Walk-in closets throughout the home keep everyone organized.

House Plan Design - Farmhouse Exterior - Front Elevation Plan #455-208

Who needs much more than a great room and a big kitchen? This modern farmhouse (plan410-248) keeps it extremely simple, but that doesn’t mean a lack of “wow” moments. A soaring ceiling in the great room combines with abundant windows for an airy feeling, with the loft overlooking this space.

Two sets of French doors lead out to the wraparound porch. The master bedroom is easy to reach on the main floor and sits next to a full bathroom. The second bedroom upstairs can hold guests, kids, or crafts.

House Plan Design - Farmhouse Exterior - Front Elevation Plan #901-145

A two-sided fireplace creates a warm ambiance both in the living room and the master suite in this farmhouse style home design. A screened porch invites you to enjoy nature, even during less-than-ideal weather. An easygoing flow floor plan between the kitchen, dining area, and great room make this plan feel clean and contemporary. The kitchen provides a large island (perfect for entertaining guests), a walk-in pantry, and plenty of counter space.

A handy mudroom just off the three-car garage keeps things clean and organized. The first-floor master suite features an extra-large walk-in closet, dual sinks, soaking tub, and a standing shower. Upstairs, another family room would make a great media room, while a billiards room provides loads of fun. Three more bedrooms (each with their own bathroom) and generous laundry room reside on this level.

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