The Plan Room

Welcome to The Plan Room — your go-to resource for all things residential home design.

Whether you're a first-time homebuilder navigating the world of house plans for the first time, or simply dreaming of the perfect custom home, you've come to the right place. At Royal Oaks Design, we believe that finding the right floor plan is the foundation of every great home — and we're here to make that journey easier, smarter, and more inspiring.

In The Plan Room, we share practical tips for shopping and selecting residential house plans, expert insights into home design trends, and the philosophy that drives every plan we create. From understanding square footage and layouts to choosing a style that fits your lifestyle and lot, we cover the topics that matter most to future homeowners like you.

We'd love for this blog to be more than just a resource — we want it to be a conversation. Explore our posts, share your thoughts in the comments, and let us know what topics you'd like us to cover next.

Your dream home starts with the right plan. Let's find it together.
Your Home's Best-Kept Secret: The Bonus Room Over the Garage
Your Home's Best-Kept Secret: The Bonus Room Over the Garage
When you are choosing a house plan, it is natural to focus first on the essentials: bedrooms, bathrooms, the kitchen, and the main gathering spaces. Yet one less conventional area... Read more...
Bungalow Style House Plans: Timeless Charm Meets Modern Living
Bungalow Style House Plans: Timeless Charm Meets Modern Living
There's something undeniably appealing about a well-designed bungalow. With its low-pitched roof, wide front porch, and charming proportions, this architectural style has captured the hearts of homeowners for over a... Read more...
Why Country Style Homes Are America's Timeless Sweetheart
Why Country Style Homes Are America's Timeless Sweetheart
There's something about a country-style home that just feels like home. Maybe it's the welcoming front porch, the warm wood accents, or the way the roofline seems to say, "Come... Read more...
The Secret Behind Our 3 Most-Wishlisted Plans
The Secret Behind Our 3 Most-Wishlisted Plans
Every now and then, certain house plans just click with people. They get saved, shared, and revisited — added to wish lists and dreamed about long before a shovel ever... Read more...
Build Small – Live Large
Build Small – Live Large
Let's be honest — building a new home is not cheap. But here's a secret that savvy homebuilders have known for years: you don't need a massive square footage to... Read more...
Two Story House Plans: The Smart Choice for Smaller Lots
Two Story House Plans: The Smart Choice for Smaller Lots
If you're building on a smaller lot, a two story house plan might be the smartest decision you'll make. At Royal Oaks Design, more than half of our entire plan... Read more...
Why We Use 2x6 Exterior Wall Framing in Every House Plan
Why We Use 2x6 Exterior Wall Framing in Every House Plan
When you're shopping for a house plan, the details in the design documents matter far more than most buyers realize. Floor plan layouts and square footage tend to grab the... Read more...