While most homeowners select hardwood flooring for its beauty and durability, there are applications where manufactured products are a smarter decision. LVP, or luxury vinyl plank, and laminate flooring are two great options when a traditional wood look is desired,… Read More
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Showcase Your Staircase
If you own a multi-level or two-story home, you already know that your staircase exists not only as a functional element; staircases can be a statement feature or bring elegance to your home. Whether building a new home, rebuilding your… Read More
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Find Your Kitchen Style
Homebuyers spend significant time and effort with us designing their kitchen – more so than other areas of their new custom home. Today’s kitchens serve as an extension of our living space, taking on many roles and functions beyond meal… Read More
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A Case for Moldings, Casings and Baseboards
It’s all in the details…we’ve heard this phrase time and time again. With good reason – it’s true! When looking at a beautifully designed home, you may not immediately notice all of the little details that transform rooms from ordinary… Read More
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Tips for Selecting Your Kitchen Appliances
Kitchens are a special space, and often the heart of a home. Whether remodeling or purchasing a new custom home, much thought is required for the design, with particular attention to kitchen appliances. With a wide variety of equipment available… Read More
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Keys to Designing a Home Office
Flexible schedules, telecommuting, and freelance work opportunities mean more and more of us are working from home each year. When building your new custom home with CBI, we can help you create the workspace that’s right for you, whether you… Read More
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Holiday Lighting Safety
Decorating your home for the winter holidays is a favorite tradition that many of us enjoy, and festive lighting often plays a big part. Interior and exterior holiday lighting offers an element of wonder and beauty not seen during the… Read More
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Daylight Savings Ends this Week – Don’t be left in the dark!
As daylight savings time comes to an end and the days continue to grow shorter, you’ll want to evaluate your home’s lighting. Brightening your interior, illuminating your exterior for safety, and even making a few simple décor changes can make… Read More
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Choosing Your Kitchen’s Counter and Backsplash
It’s a question we often hear, which kitchen design item should be chosen first for your new custom home – countertop or backsplash? The decision can become overwhelming quickly, simply due to the sheer number of choices available. How do… Read More
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Interior and Exterior Doors – Some Points to Keep in Mind
Your front door is literally the gateway to your home, and often a key aesthetic element of your home’s exterior. When we think of amping-up a home’s curb appeal, a front door makeover is usually first on the list. Although… Read More