What will 2020 bring for house plans and layout trends? Let's take a look at some standout new designs to get a feeling for what might be next.
1. Clean, bold exteriors with warm accents
Could it be that modern farmhouse has whetted consumer appetites for contemporary exteriors? While more strictly modern designs (without the farmhouse part) are still pretty small in terms of sales, there's no denying that elements like metal roofs, vertical siding, big windows, and overall clean lines have become mainstream. Could Prairie, which has always felt modern, see a revival? Or perhaps we'll see more transitional designs, with elements of both traditional and contemporary styles. See more images, information, and the floor plans.
2. Simple single-story layouts
Affordability is the name of the game. No-frills designs can still exude major appeal when they include modern amenities like kitchen islands, ceiling details, and lockers near the entrance from the garage. See more images, information, and the floor plans.
How do you make another modern farmhouse stand out? Give it a cool twist, like the turret on this home's exterior. Inside, that space holds the staircase, which winds its way upstairs in what's surely a snap-worthy reveal. See more images, information, and the floor plans.
4. Memorable outdoor living for smaller lots
No need for a wide lot to create major atmosphere. Just check out how this fifty-foot-wide farmhouse design incorporates a two-sided fireplace into the layout to striking effect. See more images, information, and the floor plans.
