Engineered quartz slabs now outsell granite for kitchen counters, despite their higher cost. The problem is that not all quartz is equally satisfying. Find out why.

While building codes guarantee a safe home, they don't guarantee top-quality work. Great builders want their homeowner clients to be safe and happy. They want to eliminate unwelcome surprises. They want to build the best house possible. They have a commitment to standards that ensure those results. Read this post to learn more.

As home prices continue climbing, the best financial decision for a lot of families is to gather under one roof. This poses a design challenge: How do you create spaces that are friendly to older people with physical limitations without looking like a nursing home? It may be easier than you think—if planned well, an accessible home should feel great to everyone. Learn more in this post.

Every now and then a homeowner will call to ask how much our new homes cost per square foot. The answer, of course, depends on a range of variables. Some of these are obvious, and others less so. Find out some of the factors that affect the price of a custom home in this post.

This secluded, wooded property echoes the environment of Asheville. The large energy-efficient windows allow the homeowners all the benefits of natural sunlight and provide a spotlight for the breathtaking interior details. Read this post to learn more!

Conveniently located in West Asheville, this home enjoys many energy-efficient elements, including renewable energy solar panels and creative reuse of materials. Read this post for more details and to take a virtual journey through this beautifully crafted custom-built home.

If you're contemplating a new custom home, you're no doubt aware of rising costs for lumber and other building materials. That problem has gotten plenty of media coverage. But price isn't the only challenge. There's another issue that, while it gets more attention from the business media than from the popular press, is giving headaches to builders and homeowners alike. Read this post to learn more!

With solar panels sprouting on roofs from sea to shining sea, their big weakness is hitting more homeowners where it hurts—in the wallet. A new technology aims to cure that weakness, and to make solar a more profitable investment. Learn more about battery powered homes!

This kitchen had a good design, and the cabinetry was in great shape. However, the cabinets had a white-washed, glazed finish, and the countertops were dark granite. This gorgeous remodel used the kitchen’s existing features but added improvements for an updated look.

For some people, a new custom home is a chance to get the latest digital bells and whistles. The problem is that home automation can feel like a daunting topic and the wrong choices can lead to frustration. Read this article to learn how to choose technologies you need while ignoring the ones you don’t.

This beautiful Fairview custom home in the Bridgewater area of Asheville offers one-level “age in place” living with a future basement buildout. It is a 3 bed, 2.5 bath custom home with 3751 sq/ft and mountain contemporary styling. It offers a delightful first impression to guests with its rustic paver driveway and welcoming grand entryway. Check out the virtual tour to see it for yourself!

This beautiful custom home in the Mills River area of Asheville offers a one-level main with a finished basement for guests. It is a lovely 3 bed, 3.5 bath, 5084 sq/ft home. It offers a bright main level, perfect for aging in place, but it also boasts a roomy, comfortable finished basement with plenty of storage and space for guests. Read more and see the virtual tour!