A large number of individuals believe that if they own a home, it is going to be the greatest investment they could ever have. Although it is true, majority don’t know there is a key element that can increase the value of any home. The house plans play an important role in determining the life of a home. The foundation, structure and beauty of a home depend on the creation and assumption of house plan. So it is really important to pay close attention in designing the house plan. The following ar

We have them! www.nelsondesigngroup.com has more than 1200 house plans in almost every size and style you can imagine. There are so many things to consider when you begin your home plan search so let us help you on the front end keeping the process affordable for you. Be sure that you are have permission from the original plan designer to use a floorplan no matter where you find it. We want you to have a great experience and build your new home within the Federal Copyright guidelines. See a fe

Spring is the time of year when things begin anew. Flowers bloom, animals are born, new life is shown all around us. Spring cleaning can lead you to thinking of beginning anew, too. Maybe it’s time your decor took on a fresh new look. You don’t have to build a whole new home to have one that looks new. Maybe you built (or bought) the home several years ago...when you did, you loved the design. However, now...not so much. So, if you are considering a large project such as a remodel or even a smal

Nelson Design Group is a nationally published firm. If you have visited several other sites, chances are you have come across one of our home plans at some point. Our founder, and award winning designer, Michael E. Nelson, creates new designs quite often. He also does custom design work. So, you don’t see a plan that suits your needs? No problem! We will modify our plans for you or even start from scratch to create a custom plan! So how is he able to create such beautiful home designs? Well, th

Spring is the time of year we all are chomping at the bit to get outdoors again. Fresh (warmer!) air, sunshine, and flowers blooming beckon us outdoors. Unfortunately, we don’t always like what we see when we do finally get outside. Winter wrecks our beautiful lawn and flowers. Plants die from the bitter cold. So, sadly your lawn may be a bit drab to start the spring. Finding a place to turn for help can sometimes be a daunting task. However, chances are your local landscape provider would lov

When the temperature heats up we all want to head outside. Unfortunately, we can’t always enjoy the outdoors like we would want. Many different factors can come into play: allergies, insects that bite or sting, and even spring showers! So, let’s look at some home plans that allow you to bring the beauty of the outdoors inside your home! This can be accomplished in many different ways: screened porches, scenic windows, and even atriums! Our award winning designer, Michael E. Nelson, has a great

So you have picked out the perfect house plan. So who is going to build it? Some people will have already chosen a builder before choosing a plan. However, this is not the case for everyone. Maybe you love the plan, but haven’t found a builder in your area yet. Well, no worries! Nelson Design Group can help you out with home plan searches and builder searches, too! One special section of our website is designed to help you find the builder you need. After all, the plan won’t build itself, will

Click on one of our Corporate Partner logos scrolling by on the home page. It will take you directly to that partner’s site so you can learn more about how their products complement our designs. This week’s Corporate Partner spotlight is shining on Eldorado Stone. The exterior of your home creates curb appeal. A large majority of people choose a home that will give them the WOW factor both inside and out. You could have the most amazing layout and beautiful decor inside your home...however, if

Different fads take different industries by storm every year...or even every season...it seems. The housing industry is not immune to this process. The type of home that is receiving a lot of attention right now is a tiny house. This is where people downsize from these massive homes to sometimes as small as 100 square feet! And some have quite a few children to fit into these tiny spaces. Well, at Nelson Design Group, we don’t have anything quite that small. However, we do have little houses. F

Here at Nelson Design Group, we appreciate the genius that our designers bring to the table. That being said, we also appreciate the work of other designers and architects. So much so that we will NOT use their work. Why? Because it is theirs not ours. Just like you can’t start selling burgers using the McDonald’s logo without a license, you can’t build a designer’s plans without a license. This is a generally accepted way of working by most people in the industry. However, there’s always that

Let’s face it. We are all growing older. That is a fact of life that can’t be changed. There is no fountain of youth available to allow you to remain in your 20s or 30s forever. So, let’s embrace it and plan for it! One of the biggest booms in terms of births for the United States was after the Great Depression. This resulted in the baby boomers generation. Around 2011, the baby boomers started hitting retirement age. By the year 2020, the elderly population will be larger than ever. This gene

Have you checked out the different collections that Nelson Design Group offers? There are many different collections. Something for everyone. The collection I am going to introduce you to today is the Florida collection. (http://www.houseplans.ninja/collections/florida-collection). This collection is designed with 8 inch concrete walls. If you live in Florida (or any other coastal area)...you will appreciate that! When you live in a hurricane-prone location...you definitely want the extra prot

Nelson Design Group has various Corporate Partner logos scrolling across the screen on the home page. These partnerships are formed based on the product and how they complement NDG designs. Today’s spotlight is on Mastic Home Exteriors by PlyGem. When you are choosing a home plan, one thing you may already have in mind is the exterior of your home. In fact, chances are that this is what you thought of first...picturing your dream home often starts with the outside. So, you want the best possib

The search for a home plan can be an exciting and fulfilling experience if you first prioritize your needs with desires. As you begin your search, consider the features in a house that are most important to you - while keeping in mind your budget. Here are some suggestions on what to consider as you search for the perfect home plan. Today, most families have a more casual lifestyle and prefer a more relaxed, inviting atmosphere, so keep your particular lifestyle in mind. Open floor plans give t

The rainy season is upon us. For so many coastal areas, this also brings the threat of hurricanes. For the areas further inland, tornadoes often pop up with this season each year. So how do you keep your home standing in those high velocity winds? That is the question on so many minds. Nelson Design Group’s corporate partner, Build Block may have just the answer you are looking for. In fact, they had this to say: “BuildBlock has partnered with Nelson Design Group, a national home designer. Their