There's a window in every custom home build that only opens once. After framing is complete, before the drywall closes everything in, you have a brief but powerful opportunity to walk through your home and make decisions that will define how you live in it for...

When you're building a custom home, the big decisions get all the attention; the floor plan, the finishes, the view. But some of the smartest choices happen in the details. Your deck is a perfect example. Here's a tip that most homeowners never hear until after it's...