American Design Gallery, Inc.

10/05/2026

FEATURED PLAN OF THE WEEK!
Looking for a home that keeps things comfortable, practical, and connected? This week's featured plan makes smart use of every square foot while giving you plenty of space to live and entertain.
Plan Highlights:
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Open concept
Vaulted ceiling
This 1118 sq ft ranch-style house plan offers a perfect blend of functionality and charm, featuring two bedrooms and two bathrooms on a single story. As you approach, a covered porch invites you into the home, setting a welcoming tone. Upon entry, the spacious living room greets you with vaulted ceilings and a cozy fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The open-concept design seamlessly connects the living area with the dining space and kitchen, making it ideal for entertaining. The master suite provides a peaceful retreat with a walk-in closet and private bathroom, while the second bedroom and bath offer flexibility for guests or a home office. Notable features such as plant shelves add a personalized touch to the décor. This house plan is ideal for those seeking a comfortable and stylish living space, with the convenience of a single-story layout and no garage for minimal maintenance. Whether you're a small family or looking to downsize, this plan promises to meet your needs effortlessly.
Could you see yourself living here?

09/28/2026

FEATURED PLAN OF THE WEEK!
Looking for a home with plenty of room to relax, entertain, and enjoy everyday life? This week's featured plan combines spacious living areas with practical features the whole family can appreciate!
What makes this plan special?
3 comfortable bedrooms
2 bathrooms
Spacious Hearth room
Cozy breakfast nook
Huge 3 car garage
This meticulously designed 2-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom ranch house plan covers 2,297 square feet, perfect for modern living. With a width of 83 feet and a depth of 66 feet, it offers a spacious, open layout. The exterior combines masonry on the front and sides with a striking truss roof, providing both style and durability. Inside, vaulted ceilings and a bay window enhance the airy ambiance. The main level features a comprehensive living space with a large living room, dining area, and a well-equipped kitchen complete with ample cabinetry. Both bedrooms offer privacy and luxury, each with its own en-suite bathroom. The master suite includes a walk-in closet for added convenience. Additional features include a covered porch and a gas-log fireplace in the living room. The optional finished basement offers a recreation room and two extra bedrooms, expanding the home's living potential. This plan is ideal for those seeking a comfortable yet sophisticated home with the flexibility for future expansion.
What would be your favorite room in this home? The cozy hearth room, spacious living room, or something else?
Explore this plan and more at American Design Gallery!

09/23/2026

Featured Plan of the Week
A Practical 3-Bedroom Home Designed for Everyday Living
This week's Featured Plan offers a comfortable 3-bedroom layout with a smart, easy-to-live-in floor plan.
3 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
3 Car attached garage
Covered front porch
This charming Ranch-style home offers a comfortable and efficient layout, with 1,464 square feet of living space. The single-story design features three bedrooms and two bathrooms, perfect for families or those seeking a convenient lifestyle. As you enter through the covered porch, you're greeted by an open living area where vaulted ceilings and a cozy fireplace create a welcoming atmosphere. The kitchen, dining, and living rooms flow seamlessly, enhanced by natural light from a striking bay window. The master suite serves as a private retreat, complete with a walk-in closet and a spacious bathroom. Two additional bedrooms provide ample space for family, guests, or a home office. Notable features include plant shelves for decorative displays, a functional kitchen with generous cabinetry, and a view-out basement option offering expansion possibilities. This design perfectly combines form and function, promising a warm and inviting home environment for everyday living and entertaining.
Explore this plan and many more at American Design Gallery.

09/14/2026

3 Bedroom Bi-Level House Plan

Smart design meets everyday comfort in this inviting 3-bedroom bi-level house plan. Designed with a practical layout and plenty of space for family living, this home combines comfortable gathering areas with private bedroom spaces and convenient features throughout.

The main living area offers an 18' × 14' living room that flows naturally into the 9' × 14' dining area, creating a welcoming space for both everyday life and entertaining. A dedicated nook sits alongside the kitchen, providing a cozy spot for casual meals, homework, or morning coffee while keeping the heart of the home connected.

The 13' × 16' master suite provides a comfortable private retreat, while Bedroom 2 measures 12' × 11' and Bedroom 3 measures 10' × 10', making the plan well suited to a family or those needing additional bedrooms for children, guests, or a home office.

An attached 20' × 22' garage provides plenty of room for vehicles and storage, while the rear deck extends the living space outdoors — perfect for relaxing, dining, or enjoying warm-weather gatherings.

With its efficient use of space, comfortable room sizes, attached garage, outdoor living area, and practical 3-bedroom layout, this bi-level house plan offers a great combination of functionality and everyday comfort.

09/10/2026

Bi-Level vs. Two-Story: What's the Difference?
They may look similar at first, but bi-level and traditional two-story homes have some important differences in how the space is arranged and how the home functions.
Which layout is right for your family, your lifestyle, and your building lot?
We've put together a guide explaining the differences, along with examples of both types of house plans.
Read the full article and compare the two:
https://americandesigngallery.com/blog/bi-level-vs-two-story-house-plans

When you're shopping for a new home, it's easy to assume that a bi-level house and a two-story house are basically the same thing. After all, both designs have living spaces arranged on more than one level.

09/03/2026

Building a new home is exciting — but there are a lot of decisions to make before the first foundation is poured.

From choosing the right building site to setting your budget, checking local requirements, and finding a house plan that actually works for your lifestyle, a little planning upfront can save a lot of headaches later.

What would be at the top of YOUR new-build checklist?

Save this post for when you're ready to start planning your new home.

09/01/2026

FEATURE PLAN OF THE WEEK | Small Home, Thoughtful Design
Sometimes, you don't need a huge house to have everything you need.
This compact 1-bedroom, 1-bath home is designed with accessibility and practicality in mind, while still providing comfortable living spaces and plenty of useful features.
ADA Designed
16' × 24' Attached Garage
Open-Concept Living Area
12' × 12' Bedroom
Dedicated Laundry Area
14' × 10' Covered Patio
Accessible, Single-Level Design
Designed to conform with SAH & SHA grant programs, this home offers an opportunity to create a comfortable, functional space without the footprint of a much larger home.
Small footprint. Big possibilities.
What do you think — could you see yourself living in a home like this?

08/24/2026

SPOT THE DIFFERENCE

At first glance, these two floor plans may look like they have a lot in common.

Both are single-story homes. Both have 3 bedrooms, an open-concept living area, 2 bathrooms, a laundry room and a 2-car garage. And they're both in a similar size range.

But look a little closer…

A well-designed home isn't simply a matter of checking off a list of rooms and finding somewhere to put them.

It's about how those spaces work together.

Where do you enter the home?
How do you move from the garage to the kitchen?
Does the kitchen work with the dining and living spaces?
Are the bedrooms private?
Is there enough storage?
Can you actually furnish the rooms comfortably?
And what about all those little details that make a house function well every day?
One of these plans was created simply by asking for the required rooms.

The other was designed with how people actually live in mind.

So… can you spot the difference?

Look beyond the room labels. Look at the design.

08/20/2026

FEATURED PLAN OF THE WEEK

A Home Designed for Comfortable Everyday Living

This week’s featured plan brings together spacious living areas, thoughtful details, and plenty of room for the whole family.

With 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, this home offers a practical layout while still creating beautiful spaces for gathering and relaxing.

A few features we love:

9' x 13' Hearth Room — A cozy space centered around the fireplace, perfect for quiet evenings or gathering with family.

10' x 15' Dining Room — Plenty of room for family dinners, entertaining, and holiday meals.

15' x 19' Living Room — A generous central living space that connects naturally with the kitchen and dining areas.
Spacious Master Suite — The 13' x 17' master bedroom provides a comfortable private retreat, complete with a convenient en-suite bathroom.

Two Additional Bedrooms — Bedrooms #2 and #3 offer flexible space for family, guests, or even a home office.

Covered Wood Deck — An inviting outdoor living area that's perfect for enjoying your morning coffee, relaxing in the evening, or entertaining guests.

30' x 22' Garage — A large garage provides plenty of space for vehicles, storage, hobbies, or workshop needs.

And with a convenient pantry and well-planned kitchen, this home is designed around the way families actually live.

Which feature would you love most in your dream home? The hearth room, covered deck, spacious garage, or the open living area?

08/19/2026

Thinking About Adding Skylights to Your Home?

Skylights can do much more than simply brighten a room. The right skylight can bring natural light into darker spaces, make rooms feel larger and more open, provide ventilation, and even create a beautiful architectural feature.

But there’s more than one type to consider:

Fixed skylights – Designed primarily to bring natural light into your home.

Ventilating skylights – Can be opened to let fresh air in and warm air out, making them especially useful in kitchens and bathrooms.

Sun tunnels – A smaller option that channels daylight through a reflective tube. They’re great for hallways, closets, bathrooms, and other areas where a traditional skylight may not be practical.

Architectural skylights – Larger or custom-designed options that can become a dramatic feature in open-plan living spaces.
Before adding one, it’s important to consider the skylight’s position, the amount of sunlight and heat it will receive, energy efficiency, the roof structure, and proper waterproofing and installation.

When planned alongside your house design, a skylight can become a beautiful and functional part of the home—not simply an afterthought.

Would you add a skylight to your dream home? What room would you put it in?