With world advancements in technology and education, today’s youth no longer look to continuing the family business and instead look to outside influences when selecting a career path. This is not the case with French Construction a firm based in Oklahoma. Andrew French decided to extend his family’s legacy by joining up with his father, Tom French. “My dad has 28 years experience, and with that and him being my role model, it seemed like an opportunity that couldn’t be passed up," Andrew expla

When building your dream home there are so many aspects to consider. One room that people don’t always think of right away; the master bath. Everyone wants to start their day in a functionally beautiful space… and who doesn’t sometimes need to escape the pressures of a long day and unwind in a spa like setting, your own little piece of paradise. There are multiple things to consider when deciding what features you want in your master bath. The first of which is the shower. This may not seem

Dogs are often part of the family and having a place for them in your new home is important! There are several convenient features that you can add to your home to make it dog friendly and to make sure the furry members of the family have their own special place in the house. One great way to include your dogs in the design of your new house is with a dog room or built in kennel space. These will blend into the flow of your home and won't stick out as an eye sore in your beautiful living area.

Weather can be a real pain. Hail, rain, wind and snow can take a toll on your house's siding. Here at Nelson Design Group we work to help our customers find great products when building their home. Ply Gem's new weather resistant steel siding is a wonderful example! Durability is important. No one wants to have to replace their siding after a few years because the weather decided to throw a fit and your house was caught up in the chaos of wind and hail. This steel siding does not absorb water a

Over the past year there have been a few favorite house plans among our customers but by far one of our best selling house plan has been NDG 1428 - Timberland Cove and here's why! First off you'll see this house has beautiful curb appeal with a flawless blend of stone, shake and brick siding. You'll also notice the rustic timber elements that accent the exterior of this charming home. Step inside this home and you'll see even more reasons this home is a favorite with consumers. The open floor

As you walk into your house you see coats strewn all over, boots that have tracked mud all over the hallway and several puddles from the umbrellas left on the floor... Does this sound all to familiar? One easy way to take care of the mess is with a mudroom! With life being as hectic as it is, wouldn't it be nice to worry about one less disaster? There are countless perks to having a mudroom, one of which is mess control! Whether you live in a cold weather climate where unwanted snow and ice are

As you are deciding what features you would like in your next house plan you may be weighing the pros and cons of having an outdoor kitchen. Is it worth your money or are you better off without?      Lets start with the cons and get those out of the way. There are two downsides to building an outdoor kitchen, the first of which is cost. When looking at house plans you will be keeping your budget in mind and an outdoor kitchen will add to the cost of your project (but you'll have better re

Multigenerational houses are becoming more common and an In-Law's Suite can be just the way to accommodate! Lets face it, living in close quarters with a parent (or parents) can be stressful at times. People don't always see eye to eye, and they may feel like their independence is being stripped away from them. Having a private area for family members who are moving in with you will create less stress in the transition and gives them a sense of independency while still living in your home. In

For years, we noticed that builders controlled the market. Spec houses were common and consumers toured and bought spec houses. Custom homes were considered to be for the super wealthy. Well, that is not the case anymore. Consumers realize they have the ability to choose their own plan, choose their own lot, and then choose their own builder! So, how are you, the builder, doing now that spec homes aren't the norm, but instead custom builds are quite common? Do you know how to drive consumers

When most people think of investment properties, they think multi-family units. Sure, this is true...well, mostly. There are others who view investment properties as single family homes, too. Maybe you want to build your own home, but want income potential from that home...consider a home plan with a separate apartment included so you can earn a rental income. So, check out the options below for potential investment properties. https://www.houseplans.ninja/content/453-heather-ridge A traditio

That may seem like a silly question to you, but some people choose the higher price. They associate a higher price with a higher quality. Unfortunately, this isn't always the case. At Nelson Design Group, we have been in this business for over 30 years. We understand what it takes to make a quality design and build a long term relationship with quality-minded builders and consumers like you! The attention to detail and quality doesn't mean we don't want to help you save money, though! We love

Michael E. Nelson's birthday is this weekend! Celebrate all week with us! Plus, we will give you a choice of gift! Give us a call today and ask about the gift options for Mike's birthday: 870-931-5777 HURRY, though...this offer only lasts until Sunday, October 16. Check out our latest virtual home tour and our newest plans, too. You are sure to find something for your project with Nelson Design Group! We would love to help you find that perfect plan or to make a plan perfect for you by cus

Is everyone else as busy as we are right now? Are you rushing to beat deadlines created by weather? We understand! We want to help you out with those last minute purchases! Give us a call today and find out what we can do to help YOU even at the last minute! 870-931-5777 Maybe you aren't in a rush...maybe you just want to make some changes to a plan you will build in the spring. Guess what? We can help with that, too! Fill out this form and we will contact you to discuss your changes, time

Nelson Design Group offers plans for Master Planned Communities. We have different collections featuring styles and sizes so you are sure to build homes that are not identical but still complement each other. Check out the designs from our Stone Village Collection...different but complementary! https://www.houseplans.ninja/collections/sage-meadows-collection We are also happy to help find the perfect collection of plans for you. Developers ALWAYS receive a great discount! PLUS....Marketing M