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Timeless Features for Your New Build

Building a custom home is an exciting opportunity to create a living space that perfectly fits the needs and preferences of you and your family. However, now more than ever, homebuilding trends are abundant! But as always, trends come and go. While it’s always fun to incorporate design features that are true to you and your style, it’s essential to consider features that will stand the test of time and add long-term value to your home. Here are some timeless features to consider when building your custom home: Natural materials: Natural materials like high-quality wood and stones never go out of style. Consider these timeless and sturdy building materials for flooring, countertops, and wall finishes. Common stones, like limestone and granite, can bring invaluable interest and texture to your home that cannot be replicated with fake materials and promise to withstand the test of time and trends. Open floor plans:

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May 25, 2023
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Buying Land 101: What You Need to Know

Buying land to build a home is an exciting process, but it can also be overwhelming if you don’t know what to look for. It’s important to keep a few key things in mind when buying land to ensure that you end up with a property that meets your needs and fits your budget. Here are some things that potential homebuyers should do when looking to purchase land for a home: Determine your budget and financing options Before you start looking at land, it’s crucial to determine your budget and financing options. This budget will help narrow your search and ensure you don’t overspend. You may want to consider talking to a lender or financial advisor to help you determine how much you can afford. Check the zoning and regulations Every city and county has its own laws and regulations that dictate what you can and can’t do with your

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May 1, 2023
Should You Build or Buy a House? Weighing the Pros and Cons

Should You Build or Buy a House? Weighing the Pros & Cons

The decision to build or buy a house is significant, and it’s crucial to consider various factors to determine the best for you. Higher interest rates and increasing home values force potential buyers to contemplate whether building or buying a house is the right choice. Read on as we dive into the pros and cons of building versus buying a home. Building Your Own Home: The Pros One of the primary advantages of building your home is the ability to design and customize it to your liking. Buyers willing to invest in new construction often want their dream home, and building from scratch gives them full control over the design, layout, and selections. From the floor plan to the finishes, you can choose exactly what you want and create a home that suits your style and needs. This level of customization can be particularly appealing to those with specific requirements

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April 25, 2023
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The Next Generation of Home Building: Why Your Builder Should be Using Virtual Reality

Virtual Reality (VR) technology is the future of custom home building—whether the industry realizes it yet or not. With VR, custom builders can create immersive experiences that allow clients to visualize and even interact with their future homes before ever breaking ground. Read on to learn more about the benefits of VR in custom home building and how LaFollette can make VR work for you!  Traditionally, designing a custom home involves creating 2D plans. While these methods are still useful, they lack the ability to provide a realistic sense of scale, depth, and space. With VR technology, home builders can create 3D models of a custom home while also allowing clients to explore it in a virtual environment. This immersive experience enables clients to walk through their future home in virtual reality, helping them to better understand the design by giving them a sense of scale. Throughout this process, clients

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April 1, 2023
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Top Kitchen Trends for 2023

Kitchen design trends are constantly evolving. Homeowners are looking for unique and personalized kitchen designs that reflect their individual styles and tastes. Custom home building allows homeowners to have complete control over the design process, from the layout to the finishes and materials used, ensuring they can infuse their style and taste every step of the way. Here are some of the top custom-built kitchen trends that we expect to see in 2023: Bold, Dark Colors: In recent years, kitchen design has been dominated by white and light-colored cabinets, countertops, and backsplashes. However, in 2023, we expect to see a shift towards darker and bolder colors, such as deep blues, greens, and even black. These colors provide a sense of drama and sophistication to the kitchens and can be complemented with brass or gold hardware for an added touch of luxury. Custom Storage Solutions: As kitchens become more multi-functional, homeowners

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March 25, 2023
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What to Ask When You’re Looking for a Custom Homebuilder

Building a custom home is an exciting and rewarding experience. However, it can also be overwhelming. Choosing the right custom home builder is the first–and most important–step in the process. Having the right builder by your side can significantly impact the outcome of the building process. To ensure that you find the right builder for your needs, here are some important questions to ask your potential partners: What’s your experience and background? Before selecting a custom home builder, take the time to learn about their background and experience. Ask about their qualifications, experience, and credentials, including their licenses and insurance. And be sure to ask for references and examples of their previous work. What is your building process? Ask the custom home builder about their process, including their approach to design, construction, and project management. This inquiry will help you understand how the builder will work with you and ensure

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March 1, 2023
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Choosing a Custom Home Builder: What to Consider

Building a custom home is a significant investment and requires careful consideration. From design to construction, it is essential to find the right builder who can turn your dream home into a reality. Here are some factors to consider when choosing a custom home builder. 1. Experience and Reputation: Look for a builder with a proven track record of building custom homes. Check their references and read online reviews to get a sense of their work and reputation in the industry. You should also check out some of their completed projects to get an idea of their quality of work. 2. Communication and Customer Service: Good communication is key to a successful building experience. Make sure you choose a builder who is approachable, responsive, and you feel comfortable speaking with regularly. 3. Budget: It’s crucial to have a realistic budget for your custom home and to find a builder who

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February 8, 2023
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Custom Home Building Trends for 2023

Home building trends come and go… but some are trends for a reason. At LaFollette Custom Homes, we’re all for incorporating design trends that make living in your home smarter, easier, and better. That said, we have our own take on this year’s custom home-building trends–and if you’re thinking about building a home this year, consider incorporating some of the following trends into your blueprints! 1) Efficiently placed Laundry: When all of your bedrooms and bathrooms are a long walk from the laundry room, it can be a hassle to bring down dirty clothes, towels, bed linens, and other washables to be laundered. Then, you have to bring everything back to its designated places to put away when the laundry finishes. By smartly placing the laundry room near these spaces–maybe on the second floor if that’s where the majority of the bedrooms are–you guarantee your future self a hassle-free laundry

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February 3, 2023

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