How To Choose a New Construction Floor PlanJune 3, 2026

Your home’s floor plan shapes how you live, entertain, and grow in the space for years to come. With nearly 200 plans across an array of communities, Mungo Homes provides well-crafted designs that maximize functionality and fit your everyday needs. Taking time to understand your priorities and the available plans can help make the process smoother and set you on the path to your next home.

Evaluate Your Needs and List Your Non-Negotiables.
With so many options, selecting a plan can seem intimidating. Start by evaluating your household routines and daily necessities to determine "must-haves" in a new home. Having clear priorities before starting—whether it's bedroom count, garage space, or an open-concept layout—makes your home search more intentional. Along with your essentials, it can be helpful to have an idea of any extra features that you’d like, such as additional pantry space or a pet pad.

Choose Your Ideal Primary Bedroom Location.
Your primary bedroom’s location plays an important role in both the feel of your home and your daily rhythms. If you’re seeking the ease and accessibility of main-level living, explore our ranch floor plans with primary bedrooms on the first floor, like the Gwinnett II. Other options include a second-story primary suite tucked away from common areas for greater privacy and relaxation. Select Mungo plans, like the Mandevilla, even offer the flexibility of dual primary suites.

Plan for Your Storage Needs.
Storage spaces are seamlessly integrated into Mungo floor plans of all sizes, from under-stairs storage in the Bethany plan to the oversized laundry room in the Yates II plan. If extra storage is a must-have, consider how much your household will need and evaluate plans based on how they meet those needs.

Factor In Your Remote Work Routine.
Whether you’re a fully remote employee or work from home occasionally, having an in-home workspace is important. Across our product series, many Mungo floor plans offer dedicated offices, with some featuring French doors for additional privacy and style. Depending on your household needs, flex spaces, lofts, or even extra bedrooms can function as offices as well.

Consider Customizing a Plan with Unique Options.
Mungo floor plans offer tailored options to choose from to make a home truly suited to your needs. Seen in blue on our floor plan webpages, these features range from additional bedrooms and garage space to butler's pantries and add-on fireplaces. When choosing a plan, see if there are additional options that would benefit your lifestyle.

Choosing a floor plan is an important step in the homebuying process, and keeping these considerations in mind can help you make a confident decision. Mungo Homes offers a variety of options across square footages, price points, and locations, making it easy to find the right plan for you. From the charming Allendale to the spacious Rutledge II, browse plans on our website to take the next step towards your dream home!