by Sarah Thorn | Feb 5, 2024 | Building A Quality Custom Home, Construction & Design, Postings
Excellence or Perfection? Manage the Balance Between Expectations and Reality People build custom homes. People are not perfect. It doesn’t mean you can’t or shouldn’t expect excellence. A competent builder will leave you fulfilled in your custom home. Reality...
by Sarah Thorn | Nov 10, 2023 | Building A Quality Custom Home, Construction, Construction & Design, Postings
What Do Furnishings Cost? When Do I need to Plan For Them? Congratulations! The final details are being put on your new custom home, and it’s beautiful! The architecture is exactly what you hoped for, the quality is impeccable, and the home is healthy and...
by Sarah Thorn | Jun 9, 2022 | Building A Quality Custom Home, Building Green, Construction, Green Building
"How Green Certifications Part 2 (Read part 1 here) Homebuyers today are increasingly concerned about the indoor air quality of their homes. Issues like mold, radon, carbon monoxide and toxic chemicals have received greater attention than ever as poor indoor air...
by Sarah Thorn | Jun 9, 2022 | Building A Quality Custom Home, Building Green, Construction, Energy Efficient, Green Building
"Should Green Certifications Part 1 (Read part 2 here) Today many builders and home buyers are concerned about preserving the environment. With increased attention on the condition of our planet, “green building” has become a sought after choice for homeowners,...
by Sarah Thorn | Jun 9, 2022 | Aging In Place, Building A Quality Custom Home, Construction, Construction & Design
Aging In Place If you ask someone who is ready to build a new home, they will often tell you that “This is the last home I will ever build. They will have to bury me in the back yard.” If you’re building a forever home, it’s always a good idea to consider designing...