A look back at the sharpest insights from this year’s Builder in 5 conversations. Each one reflects how custom builders are ...

These were the case studies our readers poured over in 2025. What's interesting is that they're not necessarily the biggest ...

Rather than tearing down this 1919 home and starting fresh, the project team chose to highlight the home’s unique features ...

This Japanese-inspired staircase is part of a strategy to help a one-bedroom 2,400-square-foot duplex flex as a four-bedroom ...

From its large sliding glass doors to its concrete flooring, this 914-square-foot indoor-outdoor pavilion features a number ...

AI is on everyone's minds. Take our one-question poll and tell us and how and where you're successfully using it in your ...

After watching the costly struggle of a landlord's renovation, a New Hampshire couple chose to build new, creating a farmhouse that looks traditional but performs like the ...

Judson Studios balances historic stained-glass craft with innovative glass fusing to meet modern design demands. The studio's high-end residential work is growing, driven by interior designers seeking ...

Every material, appliance, and fixure was carefully thought through. In this edition of The Rundown, we highlight the key selections that brought this home together. For the home's exterior, the team ...

High-quality materials and strong warranties are essential for long-term homeowner trust and product durability. A diverse range of customizable options ensures the manufacturer can meet various ...

Architect Wayne designed his own home on Long Island to Passive House standards using triple-glazed windows, dense insulation, and an energy-recovery ventilation system. Turett’s project emphasizes ...

Design trends come and go, but the biggest trends in tile this year are made to last. At Coverings 2025—the largest ceramic tile and natural stone event in North America—Custom Builder had the ...