Resources for designing your dream ICF home. Find house plans optimized for insulated concrete form construction, or adapt existing plans for ICF walls.
One of the first questions we hear from prospective ICF homebuilders is "where do I find house plans designed for ICF?" The good news: almost any house plan can be built with ICF walls. The foam blocks are versatile enough to create virtually any design, from simple ranch homes to complex multi-story custom builds.
That said, some plans are optimized for ICF from the start, while others may need minor modifications. Here's what you need to know about finding the right plans for your ICF home.
Nudura offers a collection of house plans specifically designed for their ICF system. These plans account for ICF wall thickness and optimize layouts for the material.
Visit Nudura Plans →BuildBlock maintains a searchable database of ICF-friendly house plans in various sizes and styles. Many can be adapted for Nudura forms.
Browse Plans →For a truly custom home, work with an architect experienced in ICF construction. They can optimize your design for ICF from the ground up.
Find ICF Architects →Most stick-built house plans can be adapted for ICF. A designer familiar with ICF can adjust wall sections and details for foam form construction.
Learn About Adapting Plans →If you've fallen in love with a house plan designed for wood frame construction, don't worry — it can almost certainly be built with ICF. Here's what needs to change:
Once you have plans, we provide free material takeoffs for all projects. Send us your plans and we'll calculate exactly how many ICF blocks, corners, accessories, and concrete you need. This ensures accurate budgeting and prevents over/under ordering. Call 512-410-9692 or email your plans.
If you're designing a custom home, look for architects with ICF experience. Key things to ask:
We can recommend architects and designers in the Central Texas area who have ICF experience. Just ask when you call for your project consultation.
ICF construction excels at certain design elements. Consider incorporating:
ICF is ideal for Texas's hot climate. Design considerations:
See what's possible with ICF construction in Texas.
2026 ICF Builder Award Winner. Custom observatory and residence in Hill Country using Nudura ICF. 4,200 sq ft of living space with integrated astronomical observatory.
View Project →Modern ICF residence in Burnet County. Open floor plan, tall ceilings, and large windows showcasing Hill Country views. Energy bills 65% below comparable homes.
View Project →Lakefront ICF home designed to withstand Texas storms. Features include safe room, hurricane-rated windows, and waterproof ICF basement.
View Project →Send us your house plans and we'll provide a complete material list with pricing. No obligation, no charge — just accurate numbers to help you budget your ICF project.
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