Love them or hate them, most living rooms these days are all about the TV. TV placement is one of the top questions we get asked about when designing custom homes and it’s also one of the first things people look for when buying a home. Designing around a piece of technology can be...Read More
While the dining room isn’t often the star of the home, it does serve a vital function. It’s where families gather for holidays, homework is done, parties are held, and meals are eaten. Here are a few great tips for planning the perfect dining room for your custom home! Open, Closed, Formal or...Read More
One element people often don’t think about until asked by their custom home builder, is what type of vent hood will you be using? The primary purpose of kitchen ventilation is to reduce heat, condensation, and cooking smells. It also traps grease from cooking and prevents it from collecting all over your kitchen. There...Read More
People often like to think of a home as a living body. The walls are the bones, the kitchen usually the heart, but it’s the electricity that’s the blood. It’s what keeps all the different systems running. Clients are often shocked to learn that after designing their home layout they then have to design...Read More
Lately, when we’re discussing features with our clients, one item that keeps getting mentioned is butler’s pantries. This room went out of favor in home building once household servants were no longer popular but lately, it’s seen a resurgence, even without the return of Jeeves. Before adding one to your custom home, read here...Read More
Trying to decide the right size for your custom home? It can sometimes be hard for homeowners to explain that there are a lot of factors that dictate how big a home can actually be. The desires and needs of the family are only one part of determining the square footage of a project....Read More
A colorful front door is one of the easiest and most effective ways people can update their home and boost curb appeal. But did you know that red front doors have cultural significance in many countries? The color red is full of symbolism. The color is associated with strong emotions on both sides, from love...Read More
A lot of people don’t realize it before they begin to build a home, but there are a fair amount of legal matters involved in the process. One aspect that clients often ask us about is who owns the rights to a home’s architectural plans? The answer is a little complicated, so let us...Read More