At W.L. Martin Home Designs, we understand that no two homeowners or developers are exactly alike. While many of our house plans are designed to be practical, efficient, and ready-to-build, sometimes a plan is almost perfect but not quite what you need. That’s where our home plan modification service comes in.
Whether you’re a developer building multiple units with slight variations or a homeowner looking to personalize your future home, we’re here to help make that plan work for you.
Why Modify a House Plan?
Even though our catalog includes hundreds of thoughtfully designed home plans ranging from cozy 400-square-foot cottages to spacious 2,500-square-foot family homes, every building site, lifestyle, and personal vision is unique.
You might find yourself saying:
“I love this floor plan, but I wish the kitchen was open to the living area.”
“I need a little more space in the primary bedroom.”
“This plan would be perfect if the garage were on the left side instead of the right.”
“Can we turn that den into a fourth bedroom?”
These types of requests are more common than you might think and we’ve designed our process to make these kinds of modifications straightforward and stress-free.
Common Home Plan Modifications We Handle
Here are just a few of the many types of changes our customers request:
Room reconfigurations: Adjusting the size or placement of bedrooms, bathrooms, or living areas
Kitchen layout changes: Customizing cabinetry placement, appliance locations, or adding pantry space
Garage modifications: Changing orientation, size, or even converting a garage into livable space
Foundation adjustments: Adapting plans to crawl spaces, basements, or slab foundations depending on your region
Exterior tweaks: Modifying rooflines, adding porches, or changing window styles to enhance curb appeal
Accessibility improvements: Widening doorways, reducing thresholds, or creating barrier-free bathrooms
If you have a unique vision, chances are we can make it happen.
How the Plan Modification Process Works
Making modifications to your chosen plan is a simple, personalized process. Here’s how it typically works:
- Select a Plan You Like
Browse our house plan catalog and find a design that’s close to what you need. - Reach Out With Your Requests
You can contact us directly during the ordering process or even before placing your order to discuss any changes you have in mind. Whether it’s a quick email or a phone call, we’re happy to walk through your ideas. - We Review and Provide a Quote
Once we understand your requested changes, we’ll provide a custom quote and timeline for completing your modified plan. - Approve and Receive Your Customized Plan
After final approval, we’ll get to work updating your plans and deliver a revised, build-ready design that meets your exact specifications.
It’s that easy.
Developers: Streamline Your Builds with Custom Options
If you’re a builder or developer working on multiple homes, plan modifications can help differentiate models or better match local market demand. We often work with professionals who want to:
Mirror a floor plan to suit a particular lot
Create a “Plan A” and “Plan B” version of the same model
Adjust elevations to comply with HOA or zoning requirements
Add unique touches that give your community a signature look
We’re happy to help you modify one or multiple plans in your portfolio to fit your vision.
A Home Plan That Truly Feels Like Yours
Buying a pre-designed house plan doesn’t mean you have to settle for a one-size-fits-all design. At W.L. Martin Home Designs, we give you the flexibility to customize and modify plans so they fit your needs, style, and build site perfectly.
Ready to explore what’s possible?
Browse our home plans and reach out when you’re ready to customize. We’re here to make your home planning process as easy and personal as possible.
Have a question about modifying one of our plans?
Send us a message or give us a call. We’re ready to help bring your vision to life.