You’ve saved the pins. You’ve built the boards. Maybe you’ve even dream-scrolled through kitchens at midnight. But how do you turn that Pinterest-perfect dream into a real, livable, custom home that fits your lifestyle and budget?
At LaFollette Custom Homes, where we bring dreams to life every day, we’re here to guide you through the process. Our expertise will help you bring your vision to life without feeling overwhelmed.
Define the Look and Feel of Your Custom Home First
Pinterest is full of gorgeous images, but it’s easy to focus too much on specifics: the exact tile pattern, the color of the cabinets, or a custom vent hood you saw in a designer’s home. Instead, start by asking:
- How do I want my home to feel?
- What kind of lifestyle am I designing my custom home for?
- What spaces excite me the most?
That feeling – cozy and welcoming, fresh and modern, light and airy – should guide your custom home design choices more than any individual feature.
Sort and Structure Your Pinterest Ideas for Custom Home Planning
A cluttered Pinterest board can quickly become overwhelming. To make it useful during the planning process:
- Create folders by room: kitchen, bathroom, outdoor living, primary suite, mudroom, etc.
- Identify themes such as farmhouse, transitional, modern, etc.
- Make notes on what you love about each image (lighting, color palette, window placement, and built-in storage).
This organization helps our team quickly understand your vision and begin translating it into a fundamental, buildable concept.
Determine Your Custom Home Priorities and Non-Negotiables
Not every pin is realistic or budget-friendly, and that’s okay. The key is to identify your non-negotiables.
Is a large walk-in pantry more critical than double islands? Would you prefer a spa-like bathroom over a statement fireplace? Do you need flexible guest space or a future-ready office?
Pinterest is inspiration, not instruction. Together, we’ll refine your wish list to fit your budget, property, and long-term needs.
Translate Visuals into Functional Design
This is where the magic happens and where your custom home builder truly matters.
We use your inspiration throughout the design-build process to sketch conceptual plans, recommend layout options, and select materials and finishes that reflect your style and priorities.
With our virtual reality walkthroughs, you’ll get to see how your inspiration comes to life before we ever pour a slab.
Be Open to Expert Guidance
At LaFollette Custom Homes, we value your dream and bring our decades of experience to the table. Our collaborative approach means we’ll work together, and sometimes, we’ll recommend a tweak for structural reasons, budget efficiency, or long-term livability. That’s the beauty of a custom, collaborative approach.
Ready to Bring Your Ideas to Life? We’re Here to Help
It’s time to bring your custom home vision to life. Our team at LaFollette Custom Homes will be there every step of the way, from your initial design consultation to the day we hand over the keys to your dream home. Get started with our team today.