The days are longer and the weekends are busier. So many of us here in the Midwest enjoy the warm weather and sunshine the summer offers and if we could only figure out how to keep these warm, positive feelings all year long without moving...
Life is hectic. Kids, work, friends, activities, it seems like the list of things to do never ends. When you get home at the end of the day, you need a space to sit back, relax, and recharge for the next day. Most modern homes...
Regardless of whether you’re a professional chef or your culinary creations look like something from the Netflix show Nailed It, you need the space to flex your cooking muscles and create something delicious. The modern kitchen is typically designed with extra space but there are...
Getting a child to sleep at night is no easy task for any parent. The boundless energy, the need for one more story before bed, and the constant demand to come to sleep in your bedroom are all relatable challenges most parents can relate to....
You’ve selected the ideal location, constructed your perfect floor plan, and now it’s time to add the finishing touches. With the number of selections available to you when building a custom home, adding a list of finishes can feel intimidating. However, it’s simpler than it...
Trust? Maybe. Verify? Definitely. A September 2011 Business Week article reported on a Texas home improvement contractor that hired a writer to post 200 positive reviews on sites like Yelp and Google. The story went on to cite other examples and estimated the percentage of fake...
Sometimes, windows just aren’t enough to bring the light of day into the home. For those who want to enjoy the beauty of the land around them, sunrooms are a great addition to a custom home that opens up the flow of a home and...
Candles, hot stones, dim lights, nothing is quite as relaxing as a few hours in a spa. A typical trip to the spa costs around $100. While it’s worth the cost to unwind and treat yourself, what if you could save those costs and get...
Outdoor lighting is a real art, and the best result comes from planning ahead. A beautiful custom home represents a huge investment of time, care, and money. Someone who has decided to make that investment most likely wants the home to present its best face to...
You can’t flip through channels without catching at least a few home design shows. There’s even a show right here in our backyard, Good Bones, and, of course, there’s everyone’s favorite, Fixer Upper. These shows seem to air endlessly and every time you sit down...