(which funny enough is a bit too big for our taste). The home that caught our attention is called the 
Here we go again. All of sudden it seems like I can’t help but find new Craftsman home plans that I really love. There are now three plans that we’ll be seriously considering for our dream home. The latest comes from Healthy Home Plans, which has a collection of home plans well worth perusing, including Sarah Susanka‘s “Not So Big House” (which funny enough is a bit too big for our taste). The home that caught our attention is called the Idea Home and though it’s a bit larger than we’re looking for (2300-2800sq. ft.) it’s still worth considering. It has all the charm of a classic Craftsman – exposed beams, built-ins, and plenty of millwork details. There are plenty of actual photos from a “live version”of the home which makes me love it even more.
Obviously, deciding which home to build is the first step in the homebuilding process, but I’m a little worried that it may be one of the most difficult to overcome. My guess is that the dollar signs will make the decision for us.
My husband and I loved that floor plan and it’s still on the list if we wind up building. It was a Cottage Living Idea home (Oct. 2006), so it was actually built and there are options for smaller versions. http://www.cottageliving.com/cottage/homes/article/0,21135,1227097,00.html has links to the video tour, etc. The only thing I was unsure about was the size of the dining area. (I see the original house is for sale now.)
Thanks for the additional info about the home. My wife and I both agree – the dining room is pretty tight. But we love the details in the home. What’s it selling for?