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Entrance to home, dark brown door with tall windows.

Inside a LaFollette Custom Home: A Room-by-Room Tour of Function and Style

She stepped inside of the front door, keys still in hand, and instantly felt a sense of calm. She took in the natural light, the

December 26, 2025

Guest-friendly home entryway with white cubby seating, decorative pillows, light wood flooring, and a corner plant

How to Design a Guest-Friendly Custom Home Without Sacrificing Privacy

It was late in the evening when her sister-in-law called unexpectedly. She needed a place to stay and wanted to know if she could arrive

December 19, 2025

Bright modern bathroom featuring a curbless glass walk-in shower with large-format tile, dark tile flooring, a window with natural light, and clean contemporary finishes.

Future-Proof Your Custom Home

Subtle Aging-in-Place Design Ideas That Make Life Easier Her mother’s visit completely changed her perspective. She hadn’t given much thought to the step at the front door

December 12, 2025

How to Turn Your Pinterest Inspiration into a Custom Home Design

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

December 9, 2025

Bright custom home entryway with arched double front doors, wood plank vaulted ceiling, statement chandelier, and clean white trim details.

From Floor to Ceiling: Why Trim, Baseboards, and Ceiling Details Matter in Custom Home Design

She paused in the hallway, sunlight streaming through the tall windows. There it was: the way the crown molding framed the coffered ceiling above her.

November 28, 2025

Modern home office with built-in gray shelving, cabinetry, and a long desk, under a ceiling fan beside tall black-framed windows.

Smart Home Design for Two Remote Workers: Dual Workspace Ideas That Actually Work

It started with a Zoom call and a leaf blower, a terrible combination. She was presenting to a client from the kitchen table while her

November 21, 2025

Bathroom accent wall that adds warmth without trend fatigue, featuring dark floral wallpaper behind a white soaking tub with brass fixtures.

Accent Walls That Add Warmth Without the Trend Fatigue

A Moment That Sparked a Thought It started with a swipe. She was scrolling through Instagram when she saw it, another all-black accent wall with diagonal trim.

November 14, 2025

Serene primary bedroom with upholstered bed, tufted bench, tray ceiling fan, sliding barn door to bath, neutral décor, two windows and lamps.

A Letter to the Future Homeowner

What I Wish I Knew Before We Built Dear Future Homeowner, If you are anything like I was, you are probably surrounded by floor plans,

November 7, 2025

Stone-clad custom home with dark gabled roof, large windows, and a landscaped front yard beside a wide concrete driveway.

Custom Home Builder vs. Volume Builder: What’s the Difference?

The floor plan almost worked. Their new home had four bedrooms, an open-concept layout, and a lovely oversized island. But the pantry was too small,

October 30, 2025