Home Planning Specialist
Ingrid thinks in floor plans. She covers space planning, room layout, and the leap from a 2D drawing to a walkable 3D home, with a soft spot for remodels that fix the flow of a house.
Comparing seven ways to learn, reference, and apply floor plan symbols—from printable charts to CAD libraries—so you pick the right tool for your project.
By Ingrid Halvorsen · August 27, 2026
Learn the step-by-step process of converting a flat 2D floor plan into a walkable 3D model, from measuring walls to adding furniture and materials.
By Ingrid Halvorsen · August 18, 2026
Comparing normal maps, bump maps, and four other surface-texturing approaches for home visualization — with guidance on which to pick for renders, walkthroughs,
By Ingrid Halvorsen · August 7, 2026
Compare 7 small bathroom floor plan layouts—from three-quarter baths to wet rooms—to find the best fit for your footprint, plumbing, and budget.
By Ingrid Halvorsen · August 1, 2026
Seven proven methods for creating a cozy room, compared side by side—cost, effort, and best-fit spaces—so you can choose the right one for your home.
By Ingrid Halvorsen · July 24, 2026
Compare seven galley kitchen layout options—from one-wall runs to open-concept conversions—to find the best fit for your space, budget, and cooking habits.
By Ingrid Halvorsen · July 18, 2026
New to galley kitchens? Learn the basics of planning a galley kitchen layout, from clearance widths to storage and lighting, step by step.
By Ingrid Halvorsen · July 17, 2026