There are many ways to make a home more functional, and one of those is having a Resource Center. This could be something as simple as an added desk in the kitchen or as big as a full office. No matter which of those options you choose — or anything in between — there are great ways to make a beautiful, functional space. Here are some of the most important things to...

The days of using magazines and catalogs for design inspiration are past us. The internet has opened up a plethora of resources for people to find inspiration for their homes. Whether a new build, remodel or just a refresh here are a few online resources to visit for inspiration.

Summer can be the perfect time to grill outdoors. But if you don't have the right space to grill in or you aren't sure what to make, you might find that the experience isn't as nice as you would have hoped. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to make your space better and a lot of good recipes to experiment with during the warm days and comfortable evenings. Here are some...

You decide on a floor plan, the exterior facade, and before you know it, it's time to put a shovel in the ground and start digging the beams of the foundation for a new home. And while the end goal for any home builder is to construct a new residence for an owner, there's more to the home than just the walls and roof. For instance, there's everything on the outside of the...

During the spring and summer months, there's often nothing better than sitting on the porch. Whether you want to sip a cold drink, have a snack, take a nap or just watch the world go by, there's always something pleasant about being outdoors. Rocking chairs and swings are popular on porches, but you can set yours up however you like. Here are some great spring and summer...

In the past, luxury estates had a full kitchen staff who utilized one or more large pantries to store fresh and canned foods as well as cooking equipment and serving items. After a time, pantries decreased in space as homeowners used kitchen cabinets more for storage. Currently, larger walk-in pantries with many purposes have come back into vogue as homeowners have...

When planning your home, square footage is very important. A lot of people choose to build a home because they like the way the exterior of the plan looks or they are happy with certain elements of the design. But you also want to keep in mind how you will be using the home and what will work for you both in the present day and in the future. Depending on how long you plan...

When designing a custom home, homeowners should pay attention to how the room will function and feel when they walk into it. Specialty ceilings can dramatically transform the look and apparent space of a room. When the the space from the floor to the ceiling is increased without moving walls, it will give the impression of the room being much larger. Incorporating details...

Farmhouse kitchens are appealing more to homeowners because of both the simplicity of the style and the utilitarian design. Homeowners that prefer a modern design aesthetic are incorporating the traditional elements of a farmhouse kitchen to create a simple, fresh, useful and welcoming space for their families. Below are a few design details to keep in mind while...

The plan is to plan ahead! Preparing for a first meeting with your home builder can take a bit of research, but the more information you can gather ahead of time will save you time and effort later in the process!