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02/06/2026

Lighting sets the mood and the performance of a home. In the NEWLOOK Experience Home, Kichler Lighting demonstrates how layered, energy-efficient indoor and outdoor lighting elevates design, comfort, and everyday livability.
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Illuminating the NEWLOOK Experience Home: How Kichler Lighting Elevates Design, Comfort, and Performance Lighting does more the light the way; it establishes the tone of the atmosphere...

01/27/2026

The Carolla Build Idea Home is entering one of the most revealing stages in any custom build, when exciting design ideas meet the practical realities of cost. In this phase, Primaris Custom Homes builder Carl Martinez guides the team through value engineering, a process he uses on most projects to align vision and budget without sacrificing quality. https://bit.ly/4sWdrmt

Value Engineering: A Cornerstone of Custom Home Building The Carolla Build Idea Home, a collaboration between Pro Builder and actor, comedian, and podcaster Adam Carolla in the...

01/23/2026

Found at CES 2026, these smart home products are streamlining homeowners' lives.

These innovative solutions leverage AI, automation, and smart technology to cater to homeowner priorities

01/21/2026

Wellness is becoming a bigger design consideration for homeowners, and that's especially true when it comes to the bathroom. A recent report from the National Kitchen & Bath Association shows wellness will continue to drive bathroom design in 2026, with tech-enabled wellness features leading the way.

From larger spa-like layouts to smart features, clients are drawn to designs that enhance their well-being

01/03/2026

As the new year unfolds, we're taking a look back at the home projects Custom Builder readers spent the most time with over the past year.

A look at the custom home projects our readers spent the most time with this year

12/29/2025

In the most recent episode of Women at WIRC, Mary Peters of Sasquatch Contracting discusses the failures that ultimately led to the successful launch of the company's services and small projects division, Yeti Services.

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In this episode, Mary Peters of Sasquatch Contracting talks about the failures that led to her ultimate success launching a new home services division.

12/18/2025

In the NEWLOOK Experience Home, every detail is intentional. Comfort is engineered. Clean air is prioritized. Craftsmanship is elevated.

That’s thanks to:
Mitsubishi Electric Trane US delivering precise, energy-efficient comfort in every room.
Broan-NuTone protecting indoor air quality with advanced ventilation.
Trim-Tex Solutions shaping modern interiors with durable, beautifully designed finishing solutions.

Get the inside look at their contributions. https://bit.ly/44e2IZI

12/15/2025

After experiencing firsthand the challenges and costs of renovation, a New Hampshire couple chose to build a new home that captured the look of classic New England architecture.

Built by Haven Hill Builders, LLC and designed by Kaplan Thompson Architects, this home takes its modern approach a step further with Passive House Certification and net-zero efficiency.

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After watching the costly struggle of a landlord's renovation, a New Hampshire couple chose to build new, creating a farmhouse that looks traditional but performs like the future...

12/12/2025

From its large sliding glass doors to its concrete flooring, this 914-square-foot quincho was designed to connect the homeowners—and their guests—to the outdoors.

In this edition of The Rundown, we take you through the curated selection of products and materials that went into designing this indoor-outdoor entertainment hub:

From its large sliding glass doors to its concrete flooring, this 914-square-foot indoor-outdoor pavilion features a number of carefully selected products

12/11/2025

Permitting isn’t so much a hurdle as it is a tool. By securing phased permits and tackling utility coordination early, the Carolla Build Idea Home is poised to break ground without delays. Learn how builder Carl Martinez from Primaris Custom Homes uses strategy to save time, money, and headaches.
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Building Momentum: Preconstruction Planning Pays Off on the Carolla Home Every custom home project has its turning points, and for the Carolla Build Idea Home in the hills overlooking...

12/11/2025

The NEWLOOK Experience Home is driven by innovation—thanks to MiTek, Eldorado Stone and Titebond. From structural precision to exterior style to lasting durability, these brands help shape what better building looks like.
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12/10/2025

This 1,850-square-foot custom home project in Cupertino, Calif., was no easy feat, but by thinking outside the box, San Francisco-based builder Art of Construction and Seattle-based architecture firm SHED were able to bring their client’s dream Japanese-inspired home to life.

Learn more about the design workarounds and creative strategies that brought this home to life:

Dealing with strict regulations that mandate Spanish Colonial and Mission styles, the project team behind this 1,850-square-foot custom home knew it would be a challenge to bring...