After 20 years building both ways, the preference isn't philosophical. It's practical. And complexity usually decides ...

Wrapped around a pneumatic elevator and spanning three floors, this staircase in a custom North Carolina home uses a curved I ...

Lighting specialist Kelly Inglis on the grid-and-go approach overtaking custom homes, and what builders and architects lose ...

Coverings 2026 gathered housing industry pros in Las Vegas to see the latest in tile and stone. Here are five trends that ...

From appraisals to certifications to insurance research, the industry is recognizing high-performance features in home value. But project teams have a role to play, too ...

Concretti Design redefines concrete as a luxury material, with colorful handcrafted sinks and fixtures that challenge its industrial reputation. Founder Yifat Arbely's journey from online startup to a ...

The house is designed with a hidden approach, revealing itself gradually as visitors arrive, emphasizing integration with the landscape. A blend of modern and traditional styles is achieved through a ...

Judson Studios balances historic stained-glass craft with innovative glass fusing to meet modern design demands. The studio's high-end residential work is growing, driven by interior designers seeking ...

Design trends come and go, but the biggest trends in tile this year are made to last. At Coverings 2025—the largest ceramic tile and natural stone event in North America—Custom Builder had the ...

This offsite project is the first full rebuild for a Palisades homeowner since the January 2025 wildfires. Built using all-steel panels fabricated in a California factory, enabling quick assembly and ...

Builder in 5 is our five-question series with the leaders behind standout custom homes. Up next: Brothers Scott and Kevin Frankel, now at the helm of Houston’s Frankel Design Build, are leading the ...

Built on the northern coast of Lake Minnetonka, the custom home nicknamed the ‘Wayzata Bay Coastal,’ designed by architect Kathryn Alexander of Alexander Design Group and constructed by builder John ...