Alternative houses are becoming more common in Central Texas. Two of the most common types are custom-built homes and "barndominiums" (or barndos). If you have been considering an alternative house, you are probably wondering which arrangement is...
If you’ve been scrolling Texas real estate listings lately or chatting with neighbors about custom builds in the Hill Country, you’ve probably heard the buzzword “barndominium.” But what is a barndominium really, and why are so many Texas homeowners...
Are you wondering how to choose a home builder in Georgetown, Texas? Have you found yourself Googling things like ‘best custom home builders near me’ and ‘how to hire the right home builder?’ If so, you’ve come to the right blog. In our experience,...
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Are you an individual who finds herself or himself asking questions like "how to build a custom home" or "how to design a custom home"? If so, you are not alone. Many Texas homeowners start their design-build journey with the same curiosity,...
In the US, the median life expectancy for women is 81 years, and for men, it is 77 years, meaning that many of us, God willing, will live well into our old age. This means that if you plan to design and build a custom home or buy and remodel one,...
Building your dreams starts with careful planning. You can dream up all kinds of ideas, but until you put realistic plans and goals with them, they will never become a reality. For now, let’s take a quick look at building your dreams with...
A garage addition adds protected parking and additional storage space to your home, and can even increase its value. Before you begin planning for one, read on as J. Bryant Boyd Architect Design-Build shares important things that you need to...
When planning for a remodel, you may also be faced with an option to do ground-up construction instead. Remodeling and ground-up construction have many differences that will require distinct approaches during design and construction. You can...
One of the most exciting aspects of owning a home is you can customize it with home renovations to meet your own preferences. And since most everyone loves enjoying time outdoors when the weather is right, adding outdoor living space can be a...
Unfinished basements are often the result of cost-cutting, but why do design-build firms insist on offering a finished basement if the previous option is “good enough”? Our team of experts are here to give you a rundown on the most important...