Designed Around You: Builder Spotlight on Encore Homes
Some homeowners start with a detailed floor plan. Others have a collection of inspiration photos or know how they want their home to feel. No matter where the journey begins, building a custom home is about creating a space that reflects your lifestyle, your family,...
Building Homes That Feel Personal: Spotlight on Anthem Homes Jacksonville
The best custom homes rarely come together because of one company alone. They are the result of strong collaboration between builders, designers, trades, and partners who all care deeply about the final product and the homeowner experience. As CSS Fireplaces &...
Modern Fireplace Features Homeowners Actually Use (From a Jacksonville Showroom)
There was a time when a fireplace meant one thing: strike a match, wait for the room to warm up, and settle in. Today, it’s an entirely different experience. Fireplaces have evolved into advanced, modern features that blend comfort, control, and customization in...
What Really Happens When an Outdoor Kitchen Isn’t Planned Early Enough (From a Builder’s Perspective)
From time to time, there’s a moment on a jobsite when everyone pauses and realizes something was missed. It usually happens after the patio is in, the hardscape looks great, and someone says, “So… where’s the gas line going?” That’s when an outdoor kitchen stops being...
See It Here First: CSS Fireplaces & Outdoor Living at IBS 2026
If you want to know where the fireplace and outdoor living industry is headed next, you go to the International Builders’ Show (IBS).This year, more than 70,000 building professionals and 1,700+ exhibitors gathered in Orlando for IBS 2026, the largest annual light...
