The book provides the potential home builder with economical and functional designs to suit a variety of conditions. Plans range from simple starter homes to more luxurious homes for urban or rural living.

The Plans in this book are available as stock plan designs, or have your house ''customed designed'' by suggesting changes to an original plan.

The Home Planner also includes such helpful tips as:

• How To Estimate Your Building Costs
• Dealing With Your Contractor
• Building Within Your Budget
• How To Brighten Up Your Basement
• Selecting a Fireplace
• Renovating - How to Do it Right

Note From The Designer

When designing the multitude of plans within this book, the main objective was providing the potential home builder with economical and functional designs to suit a variety of conditions. In this issue of The National Home Planner you will find simple starter homes designed for standard building lots to more luxurious homes for urban or rural living.

While perusing these plans, the most important aspect to consider is the lifestyle in which your family lives. This book provides a ''walk-through analysis chart'' which should be examined thoroughly before choosing your plan. Remember to focus on the floor layout and try to avoid a attractive exteriors that are bound to catch your eye. Once you have decided on the most functional floor plan for your family's needs, the exterior can always be re-designed as outlined in our ''Modified Stock Plan'' service.

Many people have the misconception that the living room must face a street or at least the front of the house. This would be a poor plan selection if you have a spectacular view or the sun sets at the rear of the house.

Study each plan carefully and make sure it is functional, meets all your requirements and has attractive curb appeal should you be faced with selling your home sometime in the future.

Building a home can be one of the most rewarding or frustrating experiences of your life....most of us do this once. We are here to make recommendations and assist you in any way we can. Let's get it right the first time around. Good luck in selecting the home of your dreams.