Do it Yourself Home Building Tips
by HiLine Hal
August 11, 2020
The dream of building your own home on your own land is not a wild fantasy especially if you decide to go the “do it yourself” home building route. The whole process is a rewarding challenge that can pay off with smart decisions. Picking the right “on your lot” builder to walk you through the […] read more
Decorating Ideas that Don’t Break the Bank
by HiLine Hal
November 5, 2015
T.S. Eliot said, “Home is where one starts from”. Congratulations, you have started! You are ready to build that home you have always dreamed about. You know you want a quality built, affordable, energy-efficient home. This is an exciting time as you have a blank slate and the possibilities are endless. Move on to phase two of your dream […] read more
Inspirational Color Trends for your New Custom Home
by HiLine Hal
August 25, 2015
One of the easiest and most inexpensive design trends to accomplish with your new custom home is tying in the latest color trends. Whether you are choosing the exterior colors for a new construction home in the Northwest or deciding on a color palette for your interior walls, furniture, and upholstery, the key is to […] read more
Indoor Air Quality When Building Your New Home
by HiLine Hal
July 7, 2015
When building a new home, indoor air quality is often overlooked, but it is much more important than most people realize. According to the Consumer Products Safety Commission, the air inside a home can contain more pollution than the outdoor air in even the most polluted cities. Since most people spend 90 percent of their […] read more
People who love to entertain need a custom home that’s not just perfect for their immediate family, but also ideal for entertaining. Having a guest bedroom isn’t enough for the “entertainer.” By having a new construction home tailored for your needs in the northwest, it’s easier to host guests for special events. According to a real […] read more
DIY Choose Shell Packages, On Your Lot Construction
by HiLine Hal
April 28, 2015
If you are handy or can gather friends and family who have talent in the trades, you would likely be interested in Shell or Super Shell packages that let you complete your own custom home. With the DIY movement, many people have learned there are some things they can build or construct and other things […] read more
Single Story vs Two-Story Custom Home: Which is Better?
by HiLine Hal
February 4, 2015
This post was originally published on February 4th, 2015, and last updated on March 30th, 2021. Among the decisions to make when choosing a home plan, whether or not to live in a single story or a two-story home is one of the most important in terms of lifestyle and resale value. Some people wonder about […] read more
