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Bathrooms today have become a retreat where you can relax and unwind at the end of the day. Freestanding tubs and large walk-in showers create a spa-like atmosphere, and all of our custom home designs at Collins Builders include oversized vanities in the Owner’s Bath. Having a well-organized bath enhance the serene feeling of the space.

While few people actually enjoy doing the laundry, having an organized and beautiful place to wash clothes can make it feel less like a chore. Fun patterned floors and uniquely colored cabinets go a long way towards creating a beautiful space, but the proper storage gives you the tools to get the job done quickly. Whether you have a spacious laundry room or a small laundry closet, the right storage makes all the difference.

Whether it’s building model trains or creating intricate quilts, many of us have a hobby we love to lose ourselves in whenever we have spare time. One of the biggest benefits of building a custom home is the ability to make each space precisely suited to you, and a room dedicated to your favorite hobby should be no different. Read on for 9 essential tips for planning for your new hobby room.

One of the best parts of the Christmas season is all the beautiful decorations everywhere you look. When it comes to decking the halls of your new home, a few electrical preparations done during construction can make it much easier!

These days, most people are familiar with camera doorbells and voice-activated controls, and the majority of homes have at least one kind of smart home device. The technology for these devices is now available in almost every group of finishes for the home, from garage door openers to appliances. When planning your new home, we can help you understand what is available to you and how to make it all work together and be easy to use. While the sky is truly the limit on home automation, there are a few items we love that might be the perfect fit for your smart home!

One of the best things about building a custom home is the ability to create a house that is tailor made for you and your family’s exact needs. Often, our clients plan to stay in their homes for decades, and there are a few elements to consider in the design of your home that can make it easier for you to live there regardless of your age. The concept of “aging in place” has generated numerous studies on exactly what you can do now to make the future enjoyable.

Living in Florida, we are blessed with year round sunshine, mild winters, and some of the most beautiful sunsets anywhere in the world. With such a paradise all around, it makes sense to have an outdoor living space as the perfect place to take it all in. Below are our top 5 tips to help you create a retreat in your own backyard.

Whether you are picking a floor plan or having a home custom-made, there are few considerations to think about to help you pick the right design. Before you start the process, it is important to consider the needs of your family now and in the future.

Here’s a quick read from one of our Preferred Lenders Ian Macdonald on Interest Rates.

Lately, I have been asked about the impact of interest rates on the affordability in the housing market. While rates have certainly fluctuated to higher levels over the last year they have come down since the beginning of March and from a historical perspective, interest rates are still very low. In fact, rates are about the same right now as they were in the beginning of 2017. So, let’s look at how rates affect a person’s purchasing power and the affordability of a home…

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