Gas vs. Wood-burning Fireplaces

This time of year, there’s nothing better than curling up to a cozy fireplace in the evenings. The warmth and ambiance a fire provides is second to none. If you’re considering building a home with a fireplace, you may be torn between the…

2023 Custom Home Trends

2022 is winding down. With 2023 right around the corner, many families exploring custom home building are curious about the latest and greatest industry trends. Whether you’re knee deep in the design process or are just starting, you’ll…

Asked and Answered: Custom Home FAQs

Building a custom home can seem like an intimidating process. There are indeed many steps to be taken before you set foot in your dream home. It’s our goal to make construction as simple and straightforward as possible. If you’re curious…

Luxury Owner’s Suite Features for Your Custom Home

We spend about a third of our lives in bed. People often forget this fact when designing their dream homes. While kitchens and bathrooms grab the limelight, we spend much of our time in our bedrooms – it deserves just as much design attention…

Modern Basement Design Ideas

The word basement once brought to mind creaky staircases, cobwebs, and dimly lit storage space. In 2022, basements are finally reaching their full potential. These functional, inviting spaces can add warmth and space to any home. Instead of…

Should I Wait to Build a Custom Home?

The housing market has seen a number of shifts over the last several years. More and more buyers are asking themselves: should I wait to build a custom home? Allow us to walk you through the decision. With a better understanding of today’s…

Bathroom Design Every Homeowner Should Consider

Bathrooms are some of the smallest yet most frequently used rooms in our homes. Given how much time we spend in such spaces, it’s important that their design reflect our needs and aesthetics. If you’re working to design your dream home,…

Guide to Choosing Custom Cabinets for Your New Home

Many custom home journeys begin with a vision for the kitchen, and it’s not hard to see why; kitchens really are the heart of every home. Many homeowners are surprised at just how hands-on the design process can be. The sheer number of choices…
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Sustainable Landscaping for Custom Homes

There are many reasons to target sustainability for your custom home. The most obvious reason is ideological: it’s important to conserve the Earth, and you are a steward of your own land and home. But there are also practical reasons, particularly…
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Building on Your Own Land or Homesite

Finding your dream home can be challenging. After all, even the most elegantly designed space can lack the personal touches you might be dreaming about. That’s why so many custom home buyers opt to build on their own land. While a particular…
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Custom Home Water Heater Options

One of the best features of buying new construction is buying cutting-edge technology. In a custom home, your options are even more extensive! New home technology is better for the environment, often more reliable, and saves you money on utility…
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Custom Home Solar Power

At Absolute Construction, we specialize in homes that combine modern luxury with sustainability and cutting-edge technology. We strive for optimal Duke HERO (High Efficiency Residential Option) scores, which bring savings to our customers and…

Up or Down: Choosing Single vs. Multi-Story Housing

When purchasing a custom home, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is whether you want multiple floors. So what’s better: single-story living or a multi-story design? Unfortunately, there is no right answer to that question!…

Eco-Friendly Roofing Options for a Custom Home

Your roof is one of the most important parts of your home. Not only does it serve as a shelter from the elements, it also acts as an insulator, cooling mechanism, and aesthetic device. It’s not something that should be overlooked, and…

Top Reasons to Buy a Custom Home

Are you looking to buy a new home? Whether it’s your first or your fifth, buying a home is a huge decision with many different factors to consider. You must not only weigh your current needs, but think about the future, both for your family…