Nov 13, 2022 | Custom Home, Design, Trends
There’s no doubt that curves are having more than just a ‘moment’ across architecture and interior design. Scroll through any design lover’s Instagram account, and you’ll see arched windows, rounded sofas and gently curved walls waving back at you—especially in many...
Nov 3, 2022 | Building Process, Custom Home, Design, Sloping Blocks
Many first-time home builders and buyers are hesitant to build on a sloping block. Potentially higher costs, limited build options, strange configurations – it’s no wonder why sloping blocks are seen as a challenge. And it doesn’t stop there. Those tossing up between...
Oct 29, 2022 | Custom Home, Design, Trends
Over the past few years, one feature has been popping up in brand new home designs: a butler’s pantry. Many of our Icon Homes designs, especially the newest ones, have a butler’s pantry as part of the design, and we are finding that more and more families are looking...
Oct 22, 2022 | Custom Home, Design
A corner block offers a unique building experience. When you’re building on a corner block, you have the opportunity to create multiple points of entry, get access to more sunlight, and even build a separate guest entryway. If you’re looking to build your next home on...
Sep 9, 2022 | Custom Home, Design, Trends
Whether you’re looking for a privacy option, to add a little style to your home, a respite from the sun, or even if you’re looking to reduce energy bills all year round, no doubt you’re scanning the window coverings market and left wondering what to do. Choosing the...
Sep 3, 2022 | Custom Home, Design, Trends
You might have seen a few designer homes, including a few of our own, that have a small room marked “mudroom” or just “mud” that have left you scratching your head. A mudroom refers to a small additional entrance room that can help keep your home clean and...
