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Online Tools for Designing House Plans

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Are you thinking about remodeling your home? Or, are you ready to begin an extensive construction project to build the house of your dreams? Whether your project is big or small, you'll need a set of detailed plans to go by. In years past, you would have to shell out a significant amount of cash and pay an architect to perform this task. But, thanks to technology, you can now design house plans online. Here are a few digital tools that can make the process as easy as possible.

Planner 5D

This is a free online tool that allows you to create a generalized house design and plans while also enabling you to add intricate details like stairs. This is the tool you need if you're just starting out but want to create a comprehensive plan. Planner 5D is intuitive, user-friendly and a cinch to begin. It even takes the house-planning phase a step further and allows you to create a customized backyard space. You even get the opportunity to explore those garden design plans you keep putting off. Need some inspiration from others who have already walked in your shoes? Browse the online gallery to view user-created 3D renderings and visualizations to get ideas.

IKEA Home Planner Platform

If there's one brand name that's synonymous with modern design and sleek functionality, it's IKEA. This furniture and home goods company has changed the game with its DIY-based sets that are as cost-affordable as they are stylish. So, it comes as no surprise that the industry giant is adept at helping customers determine exactly how their new IKEA furniture will fit into their new home. As you create the floor plan, you might need to know how a new couch will fit into the living room or how the dining room should be configured to hold that farmhouse table you've had for years. The IKEA home planner tool can help you render a layout of your home, then drop these items in virtually for a quick glimpse into the future. From home bar design plans to the perfect nursery, you're limited only by your imagination — and the extensive IKEA catalog.

Roomstyler 3D Home Planner

Even if you choose to begin your design by selecting a standard template available on this software, the program features enough customization that you'll soon see your own ideas come to life. As you view your plan directly beside its corresponding 3D image, you can see in real time the effects of any changes you make. Wondering what the room looks like from another angle? No problem. With every space you create, you can move the images around to get a 360-degree view. One of the neatest parts of the Roomstyler platform is the fact that users can select real products to place inside their homes. This provides a clearer view of what your home will really look once it's completed.

Magic Plan

Are you itching to create a floor plan from scratch but lack the professional expertise to put together real, to-scale drawings? Magic Plan does the legwork for you, allowing you to see a detailed rendering of your vision without requiring you to measure one square foot or draw a single dimension. Though in-app purchases are available, this app is available at no cost, meaning you can create design plans free of charge. You might not get the same level of detail out of Magic Plan that you can achieve with its peers, but for on-the-go updates and quick room modifications, it's one of the best options. This is only a sampling of the myriad online tools available to help you with your next home remodel. Feel free to browse around and find one that fits your specific needs. Then, start designing and making your dream home a reality.