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15 Popular Kitchen Countertop Materials

Learn About The Pros And Cons For Each Option

There are so many materials available for countertops these days - from natural stone to engineered products - it's hard to know what to choose for your kitchen. Whether you are remodeling your kitchen or building a new custom home, your countertops need to be functional, complement your decor, work with your lifestyle, and fit your budget. Need some...

14 Oct 24

10 Beautiful Kitchen Island Design Ideas

How To Transform The Look, Flow, And Functionality Of Your Kitchen

Adding an island to your kitchen plans, whether you're building a custom home or remodeling, can significantly transform the look, flow, and functionality of your new space. An island expands food prep areas, cooking zones, storage, and seating, improves efficiency, and serves as a central gathering spot that’s perfect for...

14 Aug 24

The Pros And Cons Of Open-Concept Design vs. Traditional-Style Floor Plans

Which Type Of Layout Is Right For Your Lifestyle?

If you are planning to remodel your existing home or are thinking about building a new custom home, one of the first decisions you will have to make is whether to go with an open-concept design or a traditional-style floor plan. This fundamental choice will impact how you live in your home and utilize the space. 

To clarify, an open-concept design...

31 Jan 24

10 Mistakes To Avoid When Designing and Building A Custom Home

How To Ensure Your Project Goes Smoothly From Start To Finish

When you build a custom home, it can be designed to your exacting specifications. There will be many decisions to be made as you move through the various phases of your project, from choosing the lot location to the type of tile you want in each bathroom. Avoiding the 10 common mistakes we've outlined below can ensure that your custom...

07 Nov 23

10 Ways To Spruce Up Your Front Porch

How To Make The Entryway To Your Home More Inviting

A front porch is an architectural structure that provides shelter when entering or leaving a home. It has a roof that is supported by columns, walls, or beams, and it connects the outdoors to the indoors. Whether you have a wrap-around veranda, an expansive farmhouse-style porch, a gabled bungalow porch, or a small portico-covered stoop, the...

11 Sep 23

Designing And Building A Custom Home: What You Need To Know

Making The Entire Process Easier To Understand

Living in a custom home that has all of the amenities that you’re dreaming of is an exciting idea. However, designing and building a custom home can seem like a daunting prospect. In this article, we detail what to expect from the earliest phases of planning through completion of construction of your custom home, and take you step-by-step through the...

31 Aug 23

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