Before You Build: The Window Decisions No One Warns You About
Windows are not just an elevation decision. Privacy, sun, furniture, and the real cost of covering them all need a plan before you build.
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The Design Blog
What Makes a Home Truly Custom
A true custom home goes beyond special finishes. It is about designing a space around how you actually live, from the kitchen to a pet station.
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The Difference Between a Good and Great Kitchen Design
What Kary learned building her own home about why kitchen design can make or break a custom build.
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A Look Inside Cabinetry: Understanding What’s Driving the Price
A look inside cabinetry construction, and what actually drives the price you are quoted.
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Why Hiring an Interior Designer Is Worth Every Penny
The value a designer brings to a build, and exactly where it pays for itself.
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Stressed? This Is Where a Builder Liaison Can Help With the Build Process
Building a custom home is stressful. A builder liaison advocates for you from the start, catching furniture and layout missteps before they are built into the home.
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Stop Losing Money on Change Orders and Allowances
How to protect your budget when allowances and change orders start to add up.
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Choosing Hardware and Fixtures with Ease and Confidence
How to choose hardware and fixtures with confidence, without the decision overwhelm.
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The Rise of the Back Kitchen: The Must-Have Feature in New Homes
Why the back kitchen (or scullery) has become the feature buyers ask for in new Lowcountry homes.
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Coastal Without the Cliché
How to create a relaxed coastal look with color, texture, and natural materials, without the seashell lamps and beach signage.
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Reality Check: Owning How You Actually Live in Your Space
The biggest decorating mistake is designing for who you wish you were, not who you are. An honest look at kids, pets, red wine, and rooms that fit real life.
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Ethan Allen: Blending the Old and New Finishes
How to blend old and new finishes for a home that feels collected over time, not staged.
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