Tiny house with versatility

This tiny house with versatility  (or 4 season chalet) boasts a minimalist approach to meet the growing demand for rustic style homes and chalets that are above all affordable. Whether as a main…

Tiny home : are you looking ideas to build yours?

If you are looking for a tiny house or a tiny home with a smaller floor plan that has all of the conveniences, we have some suggestions from our tiny house plan and tiny cabin plan collection. Along…

The tiny house movement

Editor's note from Deb As people become more and more aware of the environmental impact of home building and the resulting growth in individual carbon foot prints, the need for smaller and or more…

House Plan of the Week: “Begin With the Basics!”

New Plan Release!   www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 3507-V2 - "Celeste 6" Inspired by the popular cottage 3507, this model is slightly enlarged on the main level to enhance comfort. The main…

Reverse Mortgages – What’s the Catch?

As our population ages, a question arises in the senior years - Downsize (rightsize) or look at options to age in place, staying in your home and finding a way to unlock the equity in your home to…

Advantages of a smaller house

We live in more space than we need. We’ve got media rooms, master suites, walk-in closets that can be mistaken for bedrooms, and extra living and dining areas. I grew up in a house with formal…

Plan of the Week – “Comfort for new nesters!”

www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 2268 It’s all one level really needs—1231 sq. ft., one bedroom, one bath and lots of beautiful space to spread out. A modified formal entry greets a welcoming…

Plan of the Week – “Graceful, Columned Bungalow”

www.DrummondHousePlans.com - Plan # 2187-V2 Four graceful columns elegantly frame the front windows and door of this engaging bungalow. Neighbors will be asking for a tour as soon as you move in! Of…

The downsizer’s dilemma

As baby boomers age and the nests empty, many individuals look toward down-sizing or "right-sizing" to suit their needs. An article in today's Globe and Mail looks at the process several couples have…