The History of House Plans

House Plan History Discover all the styles, trends that have gone out of style and been reborn from the disco age of the "7os to present day. 1970s Trends The average house in the 70's had 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Split level houses were common during this time. "708 Trends - Gold and avocado appliances - Luminous Ceilings -Shag carpeting 1980s Trends The size of houses began to increase and the average US home had 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Lots remained the same while houses grew and 80's houses tend to have smaller yards. 808, 1990s Trends Houses held at an average of 3 bedrooms, but increased to 2.5 baths. Trends - High Ceilings - Soaking tubs began Split floor plan grew popular - Half walls and plant shelves 806, Trends - Home offices - Emphasis on interior detailing - Master Whirlpool tubs grew popular 2000s Trends Homes had an average of 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths. '008 Trends - Open concept floor plan - Optimized kitchen space - stainless steel appliances 1933 2003 2013 Average Square Footage per US Home 2010s Trends '108 While houses contain an average 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, people want slightly smaller homes to be more efficient and eco-friendly. Trends - Quality over quantity - Walk-in showers in lieu of garden tubs - Loss of formal spaces - i.e. living / dining rooms - Granite counter tops 87% of kitchen designers and 71% of bathroom designers use granite counter tops Average house size has increased 61.4% since 1973. Created by: Sater Group, Ine.