Builder Magazine: Custom Builders

A South Dakota Prairie Home Bucks Tradition

Tue, 2 Apr 2013 04:11:37 EST

A South Dakota prairie home bucks tradition in favor of durable, unadorned surfaces and an open-plan layout that make more sense for an active family with four children and two dogs.

Custom Builder Competes by Building a Mega Model

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 10:38:44 EST

An Orlando custom home builder is competing with large national builders by doing what they do—building a stunning model.

Designing Great Open Kitchens

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 05:53:24 EST

A look at three different open kitchens show artful ways that designers met the challenges that open kitchens pose.

Two Builders Strive for Greatness

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 12:16:26 EST

DSLD Homes in Louisiana and Couture Homes in Florida are this year's America's Best Builders.

Is NVR Eyeing an Acquisition in Pittsburgh?

Wed, 5 Dec 2012 04:43:58 EST

News reports say the industry’s fourth-largest builder wants to buy Heartland Homes.

Sculptural Custom Stairwells

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 04:43:06 EST

Stairs traditionally have been a practical element in the home used for circulation. Imbuing the clients’ personality or program into this utilitarian space is part of what creating a truly custom home entails. This collection of stairwells showcases how architectural detailing can put the fun in functional.

Customization Offers Florida Builder Growth Opportunities

Tue, 20 Nov 2012 01:53:17 EST

Thanks to improving demand, the company has restarted its dormant on-your-lot division.

A High-Style Modular Option for up to 45% Less

Thu, 25 Oct 2012 11:58:52 EST

A Seattle-based modular builder says it has cracked the code to offering high-end custom homes at nearly half the price of site-built.

Building Back

Fri, 27 Jul 2012 11:26:32 EST

Mayberry Construction, a Joplin builder, confronted the overwhelming need for rebuilding services after the storm.

2011 Pacesetter Awards

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 05:57:47 EST

This year's Pacesetters have successfully bolstered their companies while adding disciplines that feed their core competence.

A Napa, Calif., Custom Builder Diversifies Into Commercial Work

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 05:51:29 EST

Mark Grassi builds wineries and restaurants as well as custom residences.

Tonic Design brings cutting-edge architecture to the design/build model

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 05:49:40 EST

Vincent Petrarca's design/build firm competes with top architects in design and with luxury tract builders on cost.

John Abrams established an energy services division to help boost business

Wed, 18 Jul 2012 06:44:46 EST

A pioneering green custom builder stays at the forefront of a rapidly developing field.

Michael Connor harnesses technology to tradition

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 02:44:21 EST

Michael Connor brings the efficiency of panelized construction to authentic traditional custom homes.

Wardell Builders specs cost-effective products that fit its high-end standards

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 02:44:33 EST

Man-made stone, ersatz metal handrails, and plastic trim were never good enough for the high-end homes built by Wardell Builders’ Ken Underhill, until now.

Peterson and Collins Put Faith In Its Employees to Get Through the Recession

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 02:45:31 EST

Ted Peterson takes the business cycle in stride.

Connecticut-based Custom Builder Joseph Kais Matches Good Luck With Keen Instincts

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 02:45:07 EST

Custom builder Joseph Kais has succeeded by recognizing opportunities when they arise.

2011 Kitchen & Bath Design Guide

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 04:28:29 EST

When building anew or remodeling, clients today are scrutinizing every choice.

Shifting Perspectives in Custom Home Building

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 02:45:06 EST

Custom home clients' priorities are evolving in the wake of the Great Recession.

A Rhode Island custom builder never loses sight of his goals

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 02:45:02 EST

Rhode Island custom builder Jacob Talbot has kept his business alive by staying focused.