For most people, building a dream home is a once-in-a-lifetime event, so it’s important you get it right. And the biggest part of getting it right is choosing the right custom builder to help make your vision a reality. But how do you determine if a particular custom home builder is a good fit for…
Are your children grown and on their own, leaving you with a larger home than what you need? Or is your small family getting larger and your current home doesn’t offer you the room you need to expand? No matter what your reason for being in the market for a new home, there’s no doubt…
Does your current home feel a little cramped, like your growing family could use more space? Or perhaps your home has plenty of room but its style no longer reflects your unique tastes and preferences? There are many different reasons that homeowners decide to add custom home additions, remodel their homes or to build a…
Are you planning a new kitchen or considering a complete kitchen remodel for your Chicago area home? You aren’t alone. According to the National Association of Homebuilders, kitchen remodeling is the second most popular renovation project in the US, trailing bathroom remodels by a mere two points. But what should you consider before kicking off…
We’ve all seen front elevation designs gone wrong—homes where the monstrous garage doors seem to take center stage for no apparent reason, or where an array of walkways leave guests wondering where to enter. To enhance your enjoyment of your modern luxury home, it’s important that you and your Chicago custom home architects give some…
Trends—from stock market investments to runway fashions, they’re all around us, and custom built homes are certainly no exception. In 2018, marble was an extremely popular material in kitchens, bathrooms and beyond, and a deep blue-green color called “Oceanside” graced many interiors as Sherwin Williams’ color of the year. What are the hot architectural house…