While you have your own ideas as to how your house should look like there are many things you have to consider when choosing a house plan. But the good news is even house plans can be found online. You can search for house plans online and choose which you like best.   Choose a Lot First   Before anything else, you have to get a lot first. Take note that every type of lot would have a different requirement so you should first know what type of lot you have. The location of your lot could dictate the kind of design that will be appropriate for your home. For instance, you might want a good view to the side where the city line looks great at night. You may also want a good view of the garden you plan to set up.   Know the Building Codes   It is important that you know the building codes in your area. This is quite important since building codes usually dictate how to cope with natural occurrences that frequent the area. For instances, if you live in an area that is most visited by hurricanes your building codes would dictate for more durable homes that can sustain strong winds.   Search the Internet   With the two criteria above in mind, you can now begin searching for house plans. With the availability of house plans on the Internet, you can buy a house plan that suits your needs. You can also buy by sets so you can compare house plans visually and physically.