Mountain House Design Blog

A Place in the Mountains

It’s a natural paradise. The mountains have a healing power of their own. You look around surrounded by trees, rock faces, wildlife, and no buildings for miles. At night you look up and the stars are brighter than you’ve ever seen before. There is no light pollution to obstruct your stargazing. The beach and the […]

About Blueprints, Reprodicible Masters and AutoCAD Files

Mountain House plans offers house plans from 37 different architects and designers each offering a variety of purchase options for their plans. To learn more about the options and to help you decide the best format for your project read more below. One of the biggest factors will revolve around the number and complexity of […]

Strategies for Steep Mountain Driveways

Don’t Let a Hill Climb Deter You from Choosing a Steep Lot One of the many decisions you’ll have to make when search for a mountain lot revolves around the pre-construction costs associated with lot preparation. Unlike urban areas you’ll find that buying a piece of land may include having to spend money on drilling […]

What Type of Mountain House Are You?

So the reason you’re here is because you did it! You decided to make the move to the mountains. There’s so many things to look forward to when you move to the mountains like the weather, nature, a new level of relaxation, and many many more perks, but there’s also some decisions to make before […]

The Mountains Influence on Physical Activity

A huge upside to living in the mountains is the way it influences you to live an active lifestyle. Being in the mountains allows you to practically walk out of your back door and go on a hike through the woods. There’s not only endless trails and woods to explore, there’s endless activities to get […]

Fire Pits: Must Have for a Mountain Home!

Fire Pits are a must for living in the mountains. Whether it’s an extravagant design done by a contractor or a DIY set up, you’ll be happy to have this addition to your new mountain home. There are several different kinds of fire pits you can build that vary in style and price, depending on […]

Catamount Valley – Fly-around Video

We would like to introduce you to the Catamount Valley mountain home design. This plan features:

Open concept floor plan with large floor-to-ceiling sliders for maximum views, master on the main floor and more!

American Dipper Built Photos

Our clients, Joanne and Tom Johnson have built their beautiful new home, American Dipper, on the southern shores of Lake Ontario in Oswego, NY. This craftsman cottage has a nice open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, making this modest 1,400 square foot house feel much larger than it is. Check out the floor plan here […]

Building on a Sloping Lot

A huge aspect of moving to the mountains is realizing you’re going to have to figure out how to build on a steep slope. We all know that a perk to having a mountain home is the view! There are a few things to consider when you purchase land and start to build on a […]

Outdoor Living for Your Mountain Home

An outdoor space is so important for not only your mountain home but any home! They really are a game-changer for your morning coffee, hosting get-togethers, and just soaking in those mountain views. Having an inviting, comfy, and fun outdoor living space really maximizes your living space.  There are several different types of outdoor areas […]

Tiny Homes

Tiny homes have really become the new sensation in home building. They’re sustainable, economical, practical, and they can honestly change your whole lifestyle. As real estate prices continue to rise, building a tiny home is a great budget-conscious option for those out there not wanting to break the bank, and ultimately wanting a simpler lifestyle.   […]