How Much Does a Finished Basement Cost? - Plank and Pillow
Trying to figure out how much a finished basement will cost can be tricky. Let's look at the different factors that can affect the cost.| Plank and Pillow
Trying to figure out how much a finished basement will cost can be tricky. Let's look at the different factors that can affect the cost.| Plank and Pillow
We designed this custom floor plan to reflect the way we truly live, combining open spaces, natural light, and intentional rooms.| Plank and Pillow
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From dream to reality, we’ve officially been selected as the 2026 Project Home for Cottages & Bungalows magazine!| Plank and Pillow
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Hello and welcome to Plank & Pillow! We are Henry and Brooke Jones, the creators and dreamers behind this site...| Plank and Pillow
We’ve designed many spaces, but bringing our son’s circuit training gym to life was our most personal project yet.| Plank and Pillow
Explore the pros and cons of a single-story house plan through the design of our Orchard Lane cottage with classic cottage charm.| Plank and Pillow
We set out to design a custom home exterior that feels timeless, perfectly settled into its surroundings, as if it’s always been there.| Plank and Pillow
If you’re building a new home or planning to upgrade your home, understanding how much new windows cost is an important step.| Plank and Pillow
Over the years of designing, building, and living in our own homes, we’ve learned that square footage is only part of the story. A house doesn’t have to be huge to feel spacious—it just has to be smart. We obsess over every detail in our plans to make them live large without actually being large. Here are a few of our floor plan secrets we use in nearly every plan to create that open, airy feeling—no extra square footage required. The post Floor Plan Secrets That Make Small Spaces Fee...| Plank and Pillow
Living in a remodel has given us a new perspective — and looking back on our last home build, there are a few things we’d do differently this time around. Here are 4 things we’d change when we build again. The post Four Things We Would Change When We Build Again appeared first on Plank and Pillow.| Plank and Pillow
In home design, few spaces spark as much conversation as the kitchen. For years, homeowners have gravitated toward wide-open kitchens that flow seamlessly into living and dining areas. As family dynamics shifted and entertaining at home became more common, the kitchen transformed into a social hub — not just a place to cook. In 2025, the open kitchen layout remains popular. But it's clear the concept is changing, and preferences are becoming more refined. The post Does an Open Kitchen Layou...| Plank and Pillow
Kitchen art is one of the simplest ways to enhance what’s already working in your space. Whether your style leans modern, traditional, or somewhere in between, the best kind of art for your kitchen helps tie together your overall aesthetic while adding warmth and depth. In this guide, we’re sharing our favorite art to transform your kitchen space—from vibrant fruit prints (like our featured lemon piece) to vintage finds and soft botanical illustrations. The post Kitchen Art Ideas That M...| Plank and Pillow
What we learned — and lived — is that building can absolutely be cheaper if you stay disciplined with your budget. Not only did we save money compared to buying a similar home at the time, but the long-term payoff was even greater than we expected. The post Cheaper to Build or Buy a House: Our Experience appeared first on Plank and Pillow.| Plank and Pillow
Many homeowners only realize these five floor plan mistakes—limited windows or lack of storage—until after they’ve moved in.| Plank and Pillow
Shop our curated collection of vintage, abstract, and botanical art prints.| Plank and Pillow
Small cottage living provides the ideal solution, whether you’re looking to downsize, live more sustainably, or create a peaceful retreat.| Plank and Pillow
A modern cottage house beautifully blends the timeless charm of traditional cottages with contemporary design elements.| Plank and Pillow
We finished part of our basement a couple of years ago, and turned part of it into a work out room. We've used it a lot and it's been great to have, but Brooke and I have always felt like it needed a little something from a design standpoint. Four plain white walls were becoming a little boring. So we decided to add an accent wall.| Plank and Pillow
