--- title: Kurk Homes Blog | Design description: Design | Read design tips and learn more about the custom home building process. Kurk Homes is a third generation full-service custom builder that has been designing and building dream homes in and around Greater Houston and the Texas Hill Country since 1989. With two main offices in Tomball and New Braunfels, Kurk Homes serves customers within 100 miles of each office. 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It's where family traditions begin, milestones are celebrated, and memories... ![Future-Proof Your Forever Home: 5 Features You'll Appreciate 20 Years From Now](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/5-ways-to-future-proof-your-forever-home.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) August 24, 2026 ## [Future-Proof Your Forever Home: 5 Features You'll Appreciate 20 Years From Now](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/future-proof-your-forever-home-5-features-youll-appreciate-20-years-from-now) *Summary: When designing and building a forever home, Kurk Homes recommends the following:  - Choose a flexible, functional floor...* ![The Five Benefits of Building Custom Waterfront Homes](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Waterfront-Custom-Homes.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) June 19, 2026 ## [The Five Benefits of Building Custom Waterfront Homes](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/the-five-benefits-of-building-custom-waterfront-homes) There’s something timeless about living near the water. A waterfront home offers more than beautiful views—it can shape the way... ![Kurk Homes Named Texas’ Best Custom Home Builder in BUILD Magazine’s 2026 Design & Build Awards](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Kurk-Homes-Custom-Builder-BUILD-Magazine-Award-2026-home-page.png) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) June 2, 2026 ## [Kurk Homes Named Texas’ Best Custom Home Builder in BUILD Magazine’s 2026 Design & Build Awards](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/kurk-homes-named-texas-best-custom-home-builder-build-magazine-2026) We are proud to announce that Kurk Homes has been named the 2026 Best Custom Home Builder in Texas by [BUILD Magazine’s Design &...](https://www.build-review.com/) ![Which Southern Living Home Should You Tour: The Showcase Home or the Idea House?](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Southern-Living-Homes-2026.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) May 8, 2026 ## [Which Southern Living Home Should You Tour: The Showcase Home or the Idea House?](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/which-southern-living-home-should-you-tour-the-showcase-home-or-the-idea-house) We have some exciting news: Kurk Homes has once again partnered with *Southern Living* magazine to bring not one, but two stunning... ![5 Design Tips for Spring and Summer](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/5%20Design%20Ideas%20for%20the%20Spring%20and%20Summer.png) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) April 21, 2026 ## [5 Design Tips for Spring and Summer](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/5-design-tips-for-spring-and-summer) With a new season comes the perfect opportunity to refresh your home. There are many ways to style both your indoor and outdoor... ![Top 3 Texas Communities for Building Your Custom Home in 2026](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/communities-to-build-custom-homes-texas-hill-country.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) March 19, 2026 ## [Top 3 Texas Communities for Building Your Custom Home in 2026](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/top-3-texas-communities-for-building-your-custom-home-in-2026) If you’re ready for quieter mornings and more space, the countryside just outside big cities like Austin or Houston offers the... ![Kurk Homes Awarded Best of Houzz 2026 for Design and Service ](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Best%20of%20Houzz%202.png) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) February 19, 2026 ## [Kurk Homes Awarded Best of Houzz 2026 for Design and Service ](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/kurk-homes-awarded-best-of-houzz-2026-for-design-and-service) Kurk Homes is honored to be awarded the “Best of Houzz” in 2026, receiving awards for Best Design and Best Service. These awards... ![Why Empty-Nesters Are Choosing the Texas Hill Country for Their Forever Homes](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Why-Empty-Nesters-Move-to-Texas-Hill-Country.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) February 11, 2026 ## [Why Empty-Nesters Are Choosing the Texas Hill Country for Their Forever Homes](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/why-empty-nesters-are-choosing-the-texas-hill-country-for-their-forever-homes) Being an empty nester is a new and exciting chapter in one’s life, as children have moved out of the house and there are fewer... ![Why Architectural Designers Are Essential for Designing Your Dream Home](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Architectural-Designers-Essential-for-Designing-Dream-Home.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) January 22, 2026 ## [Why Architectural Designers Are Essential for Designing Your Dream Home](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/why-architectural-designers-are-essential-for-designing-your-dream-home) Designing a custom is a unique opportunity to shape the space where your life will unfold. At Kurk Homes, our in-house... ![Holiday Safety Tips for a Worry-Free Season](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Holiday-Safety-Tips-Kurk-Homes.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) December 19, 2025 ## [Holiday Safety Tips for a Worry-Free Season](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/holiday-safety-tips-for-a-worry-free-season) Festive holidays like Christmas bring joy and warmth to many homes. From family gatherings to beautiful decorations, these... ![5 Cozy Touches to Make your Texas Country Home Feel Magical this Christmas](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomesTGR-8321%20(1).jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) December 16, 2025 ## [5 Cozy Touches to Make your Texas Country Home Feel Magical this Christmas](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/5-cozy-touches-to-make-your-texas-country-home-feel-magical-this-christmas) As Christmas draws near, you’re probably dreaming up countless ways to decorate your home—from choosing the perfect color scheme... ![Why Kurk Homes are Perfect for Hosting Thanksgiving](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Thanksgiving-2200x1468.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) November 20, 2025 ## [Why Kurk Homes are Perfect for Hosting Thanksgiving](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/why-kurk-homes-are-perfect-for-hosting-thanksgiving) Thanksgiving is a time when loved ones gather around the table to share a meal and create memories that last a lifetime. The... ![Houston to Texas Hill Country: A Guide for Custom Home Buyers Looking to Make the Move West](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Moving-from-Houston-to-Texas-Hill-Country.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) November 4, 2025 ## [Houston to Texas Hill Country: A Guide for Custom Home Buyers Looking to Make the Move West](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/houston-to-texas-hill-country-a-guide-for-custom-home-buyers-looking-to-make-the-move-west) Custom building your dream home is more than just a construction project—it’s a lifestyle change. For many Houstonians, that... ![The Hidden Costs of Building a Custom Home and How to Avoid Them](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/mustang%20exterior.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) October 7, 2025 ## [The Hidden Costs of Building a Custom Home and How to Avoid Them](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/the-hidden-costs-of-building-a-custom-home-and-how-to-avoid-them) Building a custom home is one of the most exciting investments you can make. It’s a chance to create a space that’s uniquely... ![Planning A Custom Home: Here’s What to Know Before You Start](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Planning-Custom-Home-What-to-Know-Before-You-Start.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) September 9, 2025 ## [Planning A Custom Home: Here’s What to Know Before You Start](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/planning-a-custom-home-heres-what-to-know-before-you-start) Planning your custom home is an exciting new chapter in life—whether you're retiring, right-sizing or making space for a growing... ![Why the Texas Hill Country is the Perfect Place for Your Forever Home](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/5-Must-Have-Features-Texas-Custom-Homes-Kurk-Homes.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) September 2, 2025 ## [Why the Texas Hill Country is the Perfect Place for Your Forever Home](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/why-the-texas-hill-country-is-the-perfect-place-for-your-forever-home) If you’ve ever dreamed of waking up to rolling hills, wide-open skies, and the peaceful sounds of nature, the Texas Hill Country... ![Your Next Chapter Starts Here: The Best Custom Home Design Ideas for Elevated Living](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/social-suggested-images/Brittany%20651%20IMG%2046_1.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) August 18, 2025 ## [Your Next Chapter Starts Here: The Best Custom Home Design Ideas for Elevated Living](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/the-best-custom-home-design-ideas-for-elevated-living) As you enter a new phase of life, whether you are scaling back professionally, transitioning from a child-focused household, or... ![From Vision to Reality: Building a Custom Home with Kurk Homes](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/IMG_2252.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) July 15, 2025 ## [From Vision to Reality: Building a Custom Home with Kurk Homes](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/from-vision-to-reality-building-a-custom-home-with-kurk-homes) Building a custom home is a major milestone—one that should reflect your lifestyle, your values, and your vision. Whether you're... ![From a House to a Home: 5 Must Have Features for any Texas Custom Home](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/5-must-haves-for-texas-custom-home.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) June 23, 2025 ## [From a House to a Home: 5 Must Have Features for any Texas Custom Home](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/from-a-house-to-a-home-5-must-have-features-for-any-texas-custom-home) Designing a custom home is more than just choosing finishes and floor plans—it's about creating a space that reflects your... ![Design Trends: Kurk Homes Copper Ridge Model Home & Design Center](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Kurk-Homes-Copper-Ridge-Front-Elevation.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) June 12, 2024 ## [Design Trends: Kurk Homes Copper Ridge Model Home & Design Center](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/design-trends-kurk-homes-copper-ridge-model-home-design-center) At Kurk Homes, we're passionate about creating homes that are not only beautiful but also perfectly suited to your lifestyle. We... ![Where to Splurge and Where to Save when Building a Custom Home](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/michael-browning-227688.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) September 15, 2023 ## [Where to Splurge and Where to Save when Building a Custom Home](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/where-to-splurge-and-where-to-save-when-building-a-custom-home) Setting a budget is always a tricky and exhausting affair when building a new home. It’s a tough financial balancing act when... ![The Comal Creek - Custom Plan Selections & Design Features](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/1226%20Wild%20Rose_Collins%20Wernert_Fossum%20Studios_2048px_7C2A9939-Edit-1.jpeg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) September 30, 2022 ## [The Comal Creek - Custom Plan Selections & Design Features](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/comal-creek-floor-plan) One of our most popular floor plans, the [Comal Creek home design](https://www.kurkhomes.com/Plan/The+Comal+Creek) has loads of space in the downstairs with future space in the... ![8 Online Resources for Home Design Inspiration](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Porch%20with%20Furniture.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) June 3, 2022 ## [8 Online Resources for Home Design Inspiration](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/8-online-resources-for-home-design-inspiration) The days of using magazines and catalogs for home design inspiration are past us. The internet has opened up a plethora of... ![Southern Living House Plans](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/The%20Chappell%20Hill.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) March 1, 2022 ## [Southern Living House Plans](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/southern-living-house-plans) Since 2017, Kurk Homes has been a part of the prestigious Southern Living Custom Builder Program. With this designation, we are... ![Spotlight on Home Design: The 8 Most Requested Architectural Styles](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/social-suggested-images/LMP_2980.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) January 5, 2022 ## [Spotlight on Home Design: The 8 Most Requested Architectural Styles](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/the-8-most-requested-architectural-styles) We love to get the question "Can you make this change?" while we are designing your family's home. Yes, we can! In fact, we love... ![Designer Must-Haves for Farmhouse Modern Decor](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/image%20(9)%20(1).png) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) October 25, 2021 ## [Designer Must-Haves for Farmhouse Modern Decor](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/designer-must-haves-for-farmhouse-modern-decor) Nowadays it’s almost impossible to search for[home design inspo](https://www.redfin.com/blog/cottagecore-aesthetic-design-tips/) without coming across the simple and sleek aesthetic of modern... ![A Home for a Hero - Custom Plan Selections & Design Features](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/GSF%20Fondren%2002-2.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) July 19, 2021 ## [A Home for a Hero - Custom Plan Selections & Design Features](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/a-home-for-a-hero) We recently had the honor, alongside the [Gary Sinise R.I.S.E. Foundation](https://www.garysinisefoundation.org/rise/), of presenting Retired Army Staff Sgt. Jay Fondren with... ![Above and Beyond! A Dozen Design Ideas for Your Ceiling](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Custom%20Homes%20Kitchen.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) December 23, 2020 ## [Above and Beyond! A Dozen Design Ideas for Your Ceiling](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/above-and-beyond-a-dozen-design-ideas-for-your-ceiling) When designing a [custom home](https://www.kurkhomes.com/), the ceiling is often the last thing buyers think of but a beautiful home without an eye-catching... ![Lighting: Adding Jewelry to the Home](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/IMG_1134.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) July 17, 2020 ## [Lighting: Adding Jewelry to the Home](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/lighting-adding-jewelry-to-the-home) Lighting can have a dramatic impact on the character of your home. Without good lighting, completing the simplest tasks can be... ![St. Patrick's Favorite House Colors](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/IMG_7193.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) March 17, 2020 ## [St. Patrick's Favorite House Colors](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/st-patricks-green-homes) How many shades of green can homes be? As plentiful as the shamrocks in Ireland, say we! Here are some of our favorite green... ![Spicing Up the Pantry](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/IMG_1383.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) May 21, 2019 ## [Spicing Up the Pantry](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/the-latest-pantry-trends-to-consider) In the past, luxury estates had a full kitchen staff who utilized one or more large pantries to store fresh and canned foods as... ![Elements of a Modern Farmhouse Kitchen](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Kitchen_155x225.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) April 30, 2019 ## [Elements of a Modern Farmhouse Kitchen](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/elements-of-a-modern-farmhouse-kitchen) Farmhouse kitchens are appealing more to homeowners because of both the simplicity of the style and the utilitarian design. ... ![Unique Additions to Custom Homes](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/curved-staircase-wall-round-black-table-gold-planter-fiddle-leaf-fig.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) March 29, 2019 ## [Unique Additions to Custom Homes](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/unique-additions-to-custom-homes) Building a custom home is an exciting time, but it's also something you really want to get right. Among the considerations you'll... ![Questions to Ask Your Builder](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/social-suggested-images/IMG_0050-1-1.png) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) March 18, 2019 ## [Questions to Ask Your Builder](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/questions-to-ask-your-builder) When you plan to hire a builder, it's not surprising that you will have questions. You might even have a lot of them,... ![Building a Home for Storage: Capitalizing on Space](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Under-the-Stair-Creative-DVD-Storage-Ideas-for-Classic-Home-Plan-with-Mahogany-FLoor-Design-646x969.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) January 16, 2019 ## [Building a Home for Storage: Capitalizing on Space](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/building-a-home-for-storage-capitalizing-on-space) When you build a home, you can make it what you really want and need. But one of the areas where people could miss out on all... ![Texas Holiday Traditions](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/daeun-kim-488641-unsplash.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) December 20, 2018 ## [Texas Holiday Traditions](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/texas-holiday-traditions) For many homeowners, the holidays are a time to fall in love with what makes your space so special — all over again. ’Tis also... ![Decorating Your Front Door During the Holiday Season](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/element5-digital-462698-unsplash-1.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) December 12, 2018 ## [Decorating Your Front Door During the Holiday Season](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/decorating-your-front-door-during-the-holiday-season) It’s that time of year again, and one of the most festive areas of your home could be your front door. After all, this is what... ![Thanksgiving Turkeys & Table Settings](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/IMG_4809.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) November 22, 2018 ## [Thanksgiving Turkeys & Table Settings](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/thanksgiving-turkeys-and-table-settings) {% video\_player "embed\_player" overrideable=False, type='scriptV4', hide\_playlist=True, viral\_sharing=False,... ![The Tuscany Plan | Kurk Homes Design](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes_Tuscany_Home.png) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) November 5, 2018 ## [The Tuscany Plan | Kurk Homes Design](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/the-tuscany-plan-kurk-homes-design) There are many different options to consider when building your home. Our design team will customize any house plan to suit your... ![Planning Out Your MUD Room](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Unknown-4-1.jpeg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) October 30, 2018 ## [Planning Out Your MUD Room](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/planning-out-your-mud-room) Whether you have a mud room already, you're planning on adding one, or if you are designing one in your future home, you probably... ![The South Fork Home Plan | Kurk Homes Design](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Kurk_Homes_South_Fork.png) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) October 23, 2018 ## [The South Fork Home Plan | Kurk Homes Design](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/the-south-fork-home-plan-kurk-homes-design) There are many different options to consider when building your home. Our design team will customize any house plan to suit your... ![Home Building Traditions](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/829ab76d66e5930322af0f3d8c726c86--bible-decor-house-bible-verse-home-decor.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) October 15, 2018 ## [Home Building Traditions](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/home-building-traditions) There are many different traditions surrounding home building, but one of the most common is doing something that isn't seen but... ![Building in the Texas Hill Country](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/SL-1926_4CR.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) September 19, 2018 ## [Building in the Texas Hill Country](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/building-in-the-texas-hill-country)  [*Photo courtesy of Southern Living - Haley's Farm, Plan SL-1926*](http://houseplans.southernliving.com/plans/SL1926) ![5 Things to Consider when Building a Custom Home](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Kurk-homes-custom-homes-texas.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) September 6, 2018 ## [5 Things to Consider when Building a Custom Home](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/5-things-to-consider-when-building-a-custom-home) The more informed decisions that are made in the planning stage of your home, the faster and smoother the building process will... ![Top Trends in Designer Outdoor Kitchens and Entertaining Spaces](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/IMG_20130910_152557_671.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) August 27, 2018 ## [Top Trends in Designer Outdoor Kitchens and Entertaining Spaces](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/top-trends-in-designer-outdoor-kitchens-and-entertaining-spaces) An increasing number of homeowners are extending their living and entertaining areas far beyond the confines of their home. The... ![2018 Energy Star Certified Homes Partner](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Copy%20of%20Green%20Grass%20Photo%20Earth%20Hour%20Instagram%20Post.png) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) August 21, 2018 ## [2018 Energy Star Certified Homes Partner](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/2018-energy-star-certified-homes-partner) When rigorous ENERGY STAR® requirements are applied to new home construction, the result is a home built better from the ground... ![Designing a Custom Home to include Farmhouse Features](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/davids-kokainis-525811-unsplash.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) August 8, 2018 ## [Designing a Custom Home to include Farmhouse Features](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/designing-a-custom-home-to-include-farmhouse-features) There are a lot of ways to design and build a custom home, and one of the most popular options includes the addition of... ![Updating the All-White Kitchen](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/farmhouse-kitchen-1.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) July 20, 2018 ## [Updating the All-White Kitchen](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/updating-the-all-white-kitchen) The all-white kitchen has reigned supreme among home decorating trends for the past decade. From stark alabaster to shades of... ![Multigenerational Living: How to Build a Home to Accommodate Families of All Ages](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/grandparents-1969824_1920.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) July 10, 2018 ## [Multigenerational Living: How to Build a Home to Accommodate Families of All Ages](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/multigenerational-living-how-to-build-a-home-to-accommodate-for-generational-living) Building a home can be a very exciting time with a lot of things to consider. As society changes, there are also new ways many... ![Meet Mark, Builder – Greater Houston North/NW](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Unknown-1%20copy%205.jpeg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) June 25, 2018 ## [Meet Mark, Builder – Greater Houston North/NW](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/meet-mark-builder-greater-houston-north/nw) ## Mark McGinley on the Move: Wisconsin to Texas and a Virgin Islands Dream As a California native, Mark McGinley has had quite a... ![Meet Steven, Architectural Design Manager](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Steven%20Byrne.jpeg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) June 1, 2018 ## [Meet Steven, Architectural Design Manager](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/meet-steven-architectural-design-manager) Deep in the heart of the Texas Hill Country resides Steven Byrne, a visionary man with a dream—a dream to help families design... ![Shiplap and Wood Paneling](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/laundry_room_shiplap_walls.jpeg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) May 23, 2018 ## [Shiplap and Wood Paneling](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/shiplap-and-wood-paneling) In recent years, a vintage decorating trend has become new again: indoor wood paneling. Far from the dark, knotty pine that... ![Natural Wood vs Wood-Look Flooring](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/install-wood-look-tile-prepare-grout.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) May 1, 2018 ## [Natural Wood vs Wood-Look Flooring](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/natural-wood-vs-wood-look-flooring) Everyone loves the classic, timeless look of hardwood flooring. However, many homeowners don't care for the maintenance involved... ![Subway Tile - Is it IN or OUT?](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/img-9.jpeg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) April 20, 2018 ## [Subway Tile - Is it IN or OUT?](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/subway-tile-is-it-in-or-out) So many homeowners want to know what the new trends are in design options. Of course, if you're building a new custom home, you... ![Meet Kim, Plan Designer & Interior Design Consultant](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/Meet%20Kim_IMG_7715.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) February 15, 2018 ## [Meet Kim, Plan Designer & Interior Design Consultant](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/meet-kim-interior-design-consultant) Raised in Arkansas, Kim came home from elementary school each day and rearranged her grandmother's furniture. "She was so sweet... ![Meet Lisa, Pre-Construction Coordinator](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/IMG_7711_final.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) February 15, 2018 ## [Meet Lisa, Pre-Construction Coordinator](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/meet-lisa-pre-construction-coordinator) "Growing up in a household with two artists as parents, I was exposed to mediums, colors and textures." Having a graphic... ![Modern Farmhouse Paint Colors](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/IMG_0016.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) November 22, 2017 ## [Modern Farmhouse Paint Colors](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/modern-farmhouse-paint-colors) ![Building a Home for Entertaining](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/intKurkHomes079new.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) November 20, 2017 ## [Building a Home for Entertaining](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/entertainers-home-entertainers-home-entertainers-home-entertainers-home) Whether you’re always hosting family for gatherings around the holidays or your home is just the go-to destination for your group... ![What Is Universal Design](https://kurkhomes.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/universal-design-cropped.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) June 15, 2017 ## [What Is Universal Design](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/what-is-universal-design) Universal Design is a way of strategizing a plan, or modifying a home, to maximize accessibility for any person that may have... ![From Quarries to Custom Homes - All About Countertops!](https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-5WGAmhwjf7Q/WKNVhhLvQLI/AAAAAAAADyQ/jOVPep_HIX0ZlQE1cCdrl4tyFxGiZx7lACLcB/s640/light%2Bgranite.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) February 21, 2017 ## [From Quarries to Custom Homes - All About Countertops!](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/from-quarries-to-custom-homes-all-about-countertops) Kitchen and bathroom designs can largely rely on the selection of the countertop. Whether your [custom home design](https://www.kurkhomes.com/custom-plans) is... ![7 Ways to Add Texture & Character With Interior Masonry](https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-OFv-9pQ9VTs/V6PFzdxKn0I/AAAAAAAACxk/iwfNYBdn9gAuq8P9ee2ZBQJYcqYu8IumACLcB/s640/Stevens%2BBrick%2BKitchen.jpg) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) August 18, 2016 ## [7 Ways to Add Texture & Character With Interior Masonry](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/7-ways-to-add-texture-character-with-interior-masonry) This month's spotlight is on Interior Masonry. Here are 7 Beautiful Ideas to add texture and character to your [custom home](https://www.kurkhomes.com/)using... ![Interior Design - 7 Ways to Custom Design A Farmhouse Kitchen](https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-25aZ4FmQDhs/V2gkEOyRZrI/AAAAAAAACc0/24YA0VThaaASgaL0kNYcbcUTnht_aaoKACKgB/s400/IMG_4866.JPG) ![](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/hubfs/KurkHomes-Sep2017/Image/favicon.png) June 21, 2016 ## [Interior Design - 7 Ways to Custom Design A Farmhouse Kitchen](https://blog.kurkhomes.com/interior-design-7-ways-to-custom-design-a-farmhouse-kitchen) The "farmhouse" look has become a favorite of many, especially as it has recently been made even more visible in current... 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