Plantation House Plans

The rise in wealth from cotton in pre-Civil War America made it possible for grand homes to be built on abundant plantations throughout the South and Mid-Atlantic states. Many characteristics of Plantation Home designs were derived from French Colonial home plans of the 18th and early 19th centuries. The defining element of Plantation house plans are the expansive porch with balcony above, using stately Greek columns. Arched windows and French doors accessing the outdoor living spaces are also common features of a Plantation house plans. The smooth exteriors are accented by tall French windows that swing in to let breezes and soft light filtered by wooden shutters into the home. Live oaks draped in Spanish-moss surround the Plantation home plans found throughout the Gulf States. The family-friendly Plantation homes plans bring a rich sense of regional history to country, suburban and coastal neighborhoods. Houseplans.com offers Plantation floor plans at lower prices than traditional architect fees and our Plantation floor plans can be modified or redesigned if the homeowner has specific needs.