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06/05/2024

Seasonal Home Maintenance: Summer Edition

Owning a custom home comes with a unique set of responsibilities, especially regarding routine maintenance. Each season brings challenges and tasks crucial to keeping your

05/28/2024

Choosing the Right Custom Home Builder

Choosing the right custom home builder is a critical decision that can significantly impact the success of your dream home project. For residents of central

05/20/2024

The Vital Role of an Architect in the Custom Home Building Process

Building a custom home is an exciting journey. Still, it's also a complex one that requires the expertise of various professionals to ensure the final

05/13/2024

Elevate Your Living Experience: Exploring Custom Home Features Beyond the Ordinary

Homeownership exists in a world beyond conventional living spaces—a world where imagination meets innovation and luxury intertwines with leisure. Beyond traditional bedrooms, kitchens, and living

05/03/2024

Embracing Versatility: The Rise of Multi-functional Spaces in Modern Home Design

In an era where versatility is a high priority, and our lifestyles are evolving at a rapid pace, the desire for homes that can adapt

04/19/2024

Embrace the Great Outdoors: Perfect Areas in Custom Homes for Summer Fun

As the sun graces us with its warm embrace and the days grow longer, it’s time to shift our focus to savoring all the great

04/15/2024

Mastering the Craft: Unveiling the Art of Custom Cabinetry

As a seasoned custom home builder, the Perkinson Homes team appreciates cabinetry’s indispensable role in shaping a space’s aesthetics, functionality, and overall ambiance. Custom cabinetry,

04/10/2024

Looking Ahead: Designing for Multigenerational Living

Perkinson Homes understands that family dynamics are constantly evolving. With the rise of multigenerational living, where multiple generations live under one roof, it’s essential to

Primary Suite Design in a Custom Home: What’s Worth It and What Isn’t

If you're planning a custom home and you've started looking at primary suite inspiration online, you've probably already seen it:

07/13/2026

What Smart Home Tech Is Actually Worth Building In

Decisions about smart home technology for new construction come up earlier than most buyers expect. You're still working through floor

07/06/2026

Building a Custom Home in Virginia This Summer: What to Expect

If you're thinking about building a custom home in Virginia this summer, the most useful thing anyone can tell you

09/18/2025

The Ultimate Guide to Custom Home Construction Costs in Virginia (2025)

At Perkinson Homes, we understand that one of the biggest questions families in Richmond ask when considering a custom build is: “How much does it

09/10/2025

Luxury Custom Homes: Where Elegance Meets Personalization

At Perkinson Homes, we know that luxury isn’t just about square footage or expensive finishes. True luxury is the ability to shape every detail of

09/03/2025

Custom Home Plans: How to Create the Perfect Floor Plan

At Perkinson Homes, we believe your home should tell your story. That story starts with the floor plan. More than just lines on paper, a

08/27/2025

Custom Built Homes: What You Need to Know Before You Start

Building a custom home is one of life’s most rewarding investments. It’s a chance to create a space that’s entirely yours, from the layout and

08/27/2025

What Defines a Luxury Home?

Luxury means something a little different to everyone. For some, it’s about grand spaces and sweeping views. For others, it’s the quiet comfort of tailored