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2012 house plans

by: Alice Wynn

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Surfaces in your 2012 house plans will be making a fashion statement. Simplifying life and downsizing seem to be the order of the day for 2012. Glitz has given way to honest architecture with natural finishes and clean lines. But the desire for simplicity is a far cry from boring or basic. As it always has, home decor continues to take cues from the fashion industry. Today's look for your 2012 house plans is classic and chic with warm neutrals and natural finishes accented by bursts of color accents that radiate the happiness, hope, and serenity that we are all seeking. In our homes, the fashion statement is most noticeably expressed in furnishings as well as in color and material selections for surfaces including floors, countertops, walls, and ceilings. Color experts keep their eyes on fashion and textile industry trends as a way of predicting what's coming next on the home fashion front. In your 2012 house plans today's hottest neutrals on the fashion runway are slate and charcoal greys often teamed with black and white and punctuated with the latest accent colors deemed "in vogue". The neutral color palette includes all the various colors of natural stones-greys, whites, taupes, creams, and browns. The grey palette supports all of today's popular accent colors and is also a backbone in monochomatic design themes emphasizing the blending of neutrals. With contrasting textures playing a huge role in monochomatic schemes, stone as well as wood, glass and brick accents prevail. In your new 2012 house plans created by your Architect/Designer, the grey trend also supports the continued use of metallics, with silver, nickel, and pewter at the top of the line.

At Dallas Design Group, its all about you. What are you looking for in a house plan or a new home design? We are experts in house plans. For almost 40 years, we’ve connected home buyers, home builders, developers, and others to affordable house plans . Our Website makes it easy for you to find and purchase your perfect set of house plans within minutes. All of our plans can be modified, rooms can be added or subtracted, basements can be added, styles can be changed. Our job is to customize your set of plans to meet your exact criteria. We provide free quotations on plan modifications/changes as well as new design projects. New design is more affordable than most people think. We can complete a residential new design in as little as two weeks, and at prices starting as low as $1.25 per square foot for a complete set of architectural plans. Call Tony or Mike @ 972-907-0080 to get a free quotation on your next new architectural design project.

Dallas Design Group (DDG) has designed some of the most beautiful homes and buildings built in the United States. Each of the Architectural house plans offered on our web site is a custom home designed to a specific set of criteria. Our house plans are not “stock plans”. The house plans available on our website are custom designs that are one-of-a-kind.

Lake front house plan Brook Hollow

Luxury house plans

by: Alice Wynn

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12-27-2011

For those about to knock fabulous front doors are a sign of luxury house plans. Fabulous front doors draw attention like a magnet. Attractive front doors provide dazzling style for the facade, whetting the appetite for what lies behind those closed doors. In your luxury house plans, the front doors zero in on the owner's personality and serve as the first line of defense for home security. Your front doors must withstand the elements and deter intruders, so the choice of materials is important. There are many options for your luxury house plans including solid wood, glass, steel, fiberglass or a combination thereof. The fun part of choosing your front door is choosing the look. Whether your Architect/Designer creates a double door or a single door entry, you can choose fancy, or single panel. Many homeowners gravitate toward the double-door style for its elegance, which pairs exceptionally well with a large entryway. Whether your luxury house plans are traditional, contemporary, or rustic, the front door should match the style of the home. Because the front door is the very first thing people notice when approaching a home, great care is often taken to make it something to behold. Some homeowners choose to have their doors match their surroundings in color or tone, while others may choose to contrast. Some of the newer front doors have double-pane tempered rain glass and polyurethane foam insulation throughout the door and frame providing both energy efficiency and security. Homeowners building their luxury house plans have an extensive range of custom-made front door designs to choose from. Many incorporate glazed central or side panels with leading and beveled or colored glass and concealed multi-bolt locking systems. Dramatic doors can be placed on any house design.

Lake front home plan

Custom house plans

by: Alice Wynn

DALLASDESIGNGROUP.COM

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12-27-2011

When your Architect/Designer creates your custom house plans it is a good idea to talk to them about your roofing material. Because of affordability and realative ease of installation asphalt shingles have long been the number 1 residential roof choice. However, metal roofs have slowly become a closer contender. Though a metal roof may cost more for your custom house plans, it may be much more durable. The lifetime of a metal roof is pegged anywhere from 40 to 60 years, versus 15 years for asphalt. By choosing a metal roof, it's the last time most homeowners will have to put on a roof. Besides longevity, metal roofs can also be more energy efficient-a "cool" solution because reflective coatings can be applied to the base metal and reduce how much heat enters a home. Aesthetics are yet another plus. Metal roofs for your custom house plans come in a variety of configurations . from standing seam to stamped panels and shingles. With the use of pigments, manufacturers can add vibrant color that withstands strong sunlight for decades. If your area is prone to hail , consider a higher weight metal panel. Always hire an experienced pro to install your metal roof since it takes a high degree of skill.

Baby Boomers

by: Alice Wynn

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A recent survey of Baby Boomers reveals some interesting differences. Some Baby Boomers are delaying buying a new home and are using the talents of an Architect/designer to create house plan modifications, while others in that demographic group have a strong desire to purchase a new home and will follow through on that idea. Buyers with the idea of investing are also looking at purchasing a new home. The 79 million baby boomers have an enormous impact on the economy but, like all homeowners they generally move because of lifestyle reasons. Baby Boomers are a diverse group that can't be generalized, but the recent survey indicates that whether they're looking for a vacation home or a possible retirement destination , financially secure boomers are taking advantage of the opportunities and value available in today's market. If you divide boomers into categories you will get an idea of their dynamics. The baby boomers ages 50 to 55 are interested in purchasing a second home, while the younger boomers( those below 50) are interested in selling their present home and buying a larger home. The oldest of the baby boomers may be thinking about downsizing although they still prefer a single family home. The oldest of the boomers may be looking for a townhouse or a condo or an active adult community.

Homestead exemptions

by: Alice Wynn

DALLASDESIGNGROUP.COM

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12-15-2011

Did you know that filing a four-page application with your appraisal district could knock Approximately $15,000 off the taxable value of your home? If you qualify for a residential homestead exemption, you'll receive a reduction on the part of your home's value used for school taxes, which will lower your tax bill. to qualify for the exemption, your home must meet the definition of residence homestead. The owner must be an individual,not a business entity, and use the home as his principal residence on Jan. l of the tax year. The Jan. 1 deadline does not apply for disabled homeowners or homeowners who are 65 or older. A new law that went into effect September l requires applicants to provide a copy of their Texas driver's license or state ID card and vehicle registration receipt. The documents must show the same address as the property for which the exemption is requested. Applicants who don't have a vehicle can use a utility bill with the correct address in place of the registration receipt. Something you may not know is that you can temporarily move away from your home and still use the exemption if you don't establish another principal residence and you plan to return. Renting part of your house or using part of it fora business does not disqualify the rest of your home for the exemption. Some counties assess a special tax for farm-to-market roads or flood control and they may offer a $3000 exemption for the school tax. There are exemptions for some disabled U.S. veterans and surviving spouses and children of members of the armed forces killed while on active duty. All taxing entities, like school districts, cities, counties,or special districts can offer an optional exemption for up to 20 percent of your property's value. This exemption is on top of other homestead exemptions for which the homeowner qualifies. Taxing entities may also offer additional homestead exemptions to homeowners who are 65 or older or are disabled. How much does it cost to file a homestead exemption? Nothing. There is no fee for applying for a homestead exemption. You may receive an official-looking letter asking for a fee to take care of your homestead exemption application. This is a scam. These letters usually start appearing in mailboxes during the first few weeks of the year. for more information visit the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts' website, www.window.state.tx.us and go to Property Tax heading in the Texas Taxes section. Other similar websites are available for each state. You can also check out www.dfwrealestate.com, the online source for real estate advice in North Texas.

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Buying a home The best way to start the buying a home process is to obtain a pre-approved mortgage loan. This is an easy, practical way to simplify your homebuying experience. The Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation, (Freddy Mac) recently announced that mortgage rates were the lowest in four decades, as the average rate for a 30-year fixed loan dropped to 4.12 percent. To get pre-approved for buying a home, homebuyers need to provide personal financial information to a lender. The lender then commits to a loan amount and interest rate up front,so buyers are confident that adequate financing is in place before they start house hunting. There are numerous advantages of having a pre-approved mortgage loan before you begin planning your new home design or hunting for an existing home that may be modified to suit your particular taste. One advantage is to establish your advantage in a competitive market. Having a pre-approved letter provides the homebuyer with an edge in a multi-offer situation. Another advantage is finding the best possible type of loan when buying a home. Working with a mortgage lender before looking at houses or designing your dream home gives you time to evaluate the best mortgage produce for his or her financial needs. In pre-establishing the price range, getting pre-approved before house hunting makes it easier to find homes that suit your budget. By taking the time to seek pre-approval, the homebuyer can select a comfortable loan amount. Many times, buyers will qualify for mortgages that are larger than what they feel comfortable committing to long-term, so its always important to purchase a home you can afford.

At Dallas Design Group, its all about you. What are you looking for in a house plan or a new home design? We are experts in house plans. For almost 40 years, we’ve connected home buyers, home builders, developers, and others to affordable house plans . Our Website makes it easy for you to find and purchase your perfect set of house plans within minutes. All of our plans can be modified, rooms can be added or subtracted, basements can be added, styles can be changed. Our job is to customize your set of plans to meet your exact criteria. We provide free quotations on plan modifications/changes as well as new design projects. New design is more affordable than most people think. We can complete a residential new design in as little as two week, and at prices starting as low as $1.25 per square foot for a complete set of architectural plans. Call Tony or Mike @ 972-907-0080 to get a free quotation on your next new architectural design project.

BLACK-ROCK-COLOR-11

About "Black Rock"
From the outside, this Mediterranean home plan looks very traditional but as you step inside, the wonderfully angled floor plan becomes apparent. The formal living and dining rooms have tray ceilings and a barrel vaulted hall leads you into the informal area of the home. The media room, two garages and the master suite occupy the angled section of the home.

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