The Build Journal

A Personal Journey to Home

My Biggest Custom Build Regret

My Biggest Custom Build Regret

Embarking on the exciting journey of building a custom home has been a rewarding yet challenging experience. One significant decision that influenced our project was opting to work with in-house designers provided by our builder's company instead of hiring a designer whose tastes aligned more closely with ours.

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Choosing the Perfect Color palette for Your Home Exterior

Choosing the Perfect Color palette for Your Home Exterior

Selecting paint colors for the home has always been a challenging endeavor for me. The way paint appears can be utterly capricious, shifting with every beam of light that graces it. Online color swatches often fall short of capturing their true essence, leaving me feeling perplexed amidst the endless choices.

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Creating a Bathroom Oasis

Creating a Bathroom Oasis

When it comes to crafting the perfect bathroom, every detail matters. From the fixtures you choose to the materials that grace your space, every decision plays a pivotal role in creating a luxurious, functional, and aesthetically pleasing oasis. In this blog post, I’ll delve into the significance of selecting high-quality fixtures and materials for your bathroom project or renovation, with a special focus on the brands and choices we made for our own space.

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Timeline of a Custom Home

Timeline of a Custom Home

Embarking on the journey of building a custom home is an exciting endeavor that brings to life the vision of your perfect living space. Our adventure began in 2021 when we delved into the design process, and now, in August 2023, as we admire the progress of drywall installation and exterior transformation, we reflect upon the remarkable timeline that has brought us to this stage. From the initial design concepts to the meticulous selection of every detail, our home's evolution has been a labor of love and dedication.

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