If you have fall build windows to fill or you want to hit the spring selling season with momentum, our latest release is built for you. We just launched ten ready to build house plans that range from a 384 square foot tiny home up to a 1,812 square foot single family design. The collection also includes innovative duplex plans, including layouts that combine the laundry area with a walk in pantry for smarter daily flow. The goal is simple. Give developers and home buyers practical options that are fast to permit, efficient to build, and easy to live in.
Why locking a plan in fall is a smart move
Starting plan selection and permitting in September through November can set up clean schedules and stronger delivery dates. Crews often have more scheduling flexibility after summer, many jurisdictions see shorter permit queues, and you can frame and dry in before the coldest weeks in many markets, then finish interiors through winter. Getting out of the ground now positions you for spring listings when buyer traffic typically picks up.
Industry data supports this approach. The U.S. Census Bureau’s Survey of Construction shows typical build times for homes built for sale are measured in months, so pulling plan decisions forward by even a few weeks can protect closings that align with seasonal demand. NAHB has also reported that builders adjust product and square footage to maintain attainability as costs move, which makes right sized plans especially valuable in today’s market.
A collection designed for real households and real sites
Across the ten new plans, you will find options for single living, growing families, and downsizers who want comfort without wasted space. There are one story and two story homes, study rooms in select plans for work from home needs, attached garages where the lot allows, open concept living areas that live larger than the footprint, and welcoming front porches that boost curb appeal and neighborhood fit.
Highlights at a glance
• Footprints from 384 to 1,812 square feet for clean takeoffs and faster bids
• One story and two story options that fit common lot widths and setbacks
• New duplex designs that create attainable product with friendly streetscapes
• Innovative combined pantry and laundry zone on select plans for daily efficiency
• Open kitchen, dining, and living spaces that maximize usable square footage
• Study or flex rooms available for homework, hobbies, or a quiet office
• Attached garage options and front porch variations for architectural variety
Plans that map to what buyers want
If you are matching plans to buyer preferences, the new collection leads with features consistently ranked as most wanted.
• Laundry room ranks among the top desired features in buyer studies from NAHB, and our new layouts make laundry even better with proximate storage for pantry items and cleaning supplies
• Walk in pantries and well planned kitchen storage also score highly in NAHB’s buyer preference research, which helps appraisers and buyers recognize everyday value
• Single level living and aging in place friendly layouts remain important to older buyers in NAR’s Generational Trends reporting, and the collection includes one story designs with efficient baths and logical circulation
• Outdoor living, front porches, and usable entries support day to day convenience, which repeatedly shows up across NAR and NAHB surveys as a quality of life driver
These features are not just nice to have. They help listings stand out, simplify option selections, and reduce change orders during construction.
Duplex designs that work for neighborhoods and budgets
Our new duplex plans are crafted with separate entries, clear addressing, and privacy minded bedroom placement. The combined pantry and laundry concept shows up here too, which keeps appliance runs short and makes small kitchens perform well. For developers, duplexes can add attainable product to a community, smooth absorption, and make better use of corner or wider lots without complicating elevations.
Buildability details that shorten cycle time
We design for the field as much as the brochure. Expect clean mechanical paths, efficient bath stacks, framing that respects common material lengths, and roof geometries that speed dry in. You will also find elevations that are attractive without requiring exotic details, which helps you control bids and substitutions.
Practical field benefits
• Centralized wet walls for faster MEP rough in
• Logical laundry and pantry power and lighting specs
• Window groupings sized for stocked units to reduce lead times
• Straightforward rooflines for faster truss or stick framing
• Clear plan notes that support inspections on the first pass
How to use these plans to catch the fall season
- Match product to lots today
Tag lots for one story, two story, or duplex based on frontage, slope, and access. Early decisions prevent late swaps. - Lock specs that drive bids
Standardize the pantry and laundry zone details. Publish a two page spec addendum with approved alternates for cabinets, tops, lighting, and flooring. - Sequence winter friendly tasks
Target framing and dry in before the coldest weeks. Plan interior finishes, trim, and paint through winter so homes are market ready early spring. - Document early and often
Adopt a simple photo checklist at framing, MEP rough in, and insulation to reduce callbacks and support lender draws.
Who these plans serve
• Single living and starter buyers who need efficiency and attainable payments
• Growing families who want three bedrooms, open living, and a study or flex space
• Downsizers and retirees who prioritize single level living and easy maintenance
• Investors and developers who need duplex options that meet neighborhood standards and sell well
Why this release aligns with market trends
Right sized homes are in demand as affordability remains a top consideration. NAHB has documented a shift toward efficient square footage during cost sensitive periods, while buyer preference surveys consistently elevate functional storage, laundry rooms, and energy smart layouts. NAR’s research on generational buyers continues to show strong interest in practical features that support daily routines, including laundry convenience and flexible space for work or care. Delivering these features in footprints between 384 and 1,812 square feet gives you a portfolio that aligns with both budgets and lifestyle needs.
Get started
Ready to pick plans and pull permits!
Browse the new collection, choose elevations that fit your community, and use our spec templates to move quickly from selection to bid. If you need light customization or a mirrored layout to fit a particular lot, our team can advise on efficient adjustments that preserve buildability and schedule.
Explore the new plans at wlmartinhomes.com and position your fall starts for a strong spring market.
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