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The Hidden Benefits of Luxury Custom Homebuilding with Perkinson Homes

When it comes to custom homebuilding, the ultimate luxury isn't always found in marble countertops or heated floors. It’s the unseen; the capacity to design

Your Guide to Selecting Finishes for Your Perkinson Homes Luxury Build

The flooring in your luxury home sets the foundation for the entire design. It should seamlessly blend style with functionality. Consider high-quality options such as

Top Reasons to Build a Custom Luxury Home with Perkinson Homes

Building a custom luxury home is a dream for many individuals seeking a residence that reflects their unique taste and lifestyle. When it comes to

Trend Alert: Motorized Shades!

What is a popular window treatment trend we are seeing in 2023? Motorized shades! Making life easier and more efficient, motorized shades utilize technology and

New Neighborhood Alert: Huguenot Manor

This private new gated community will feature varying styles and high-end architecture from builders that have a proven track record with a mixture of traditional

Neighborhood Spotlight: Dogwood Meadows

Located in Rockville, Dogwood Meadows is conveniently situated just 10 minutes from Short Pump! Although the community has a rural and secluded feel, it is

Back to School with Beckett

As a livable luxury expert, I am constantly on the lookout for practical ways to make your luxurious home more livable, kid friendly and of

Let’s Talk About Pools!

Concrete? Fiberglass? Vinyl liner? Clients often ask us which type of pool is best. The short answer is—it depends on your needs and budget. In

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Designing Study Nooks and Flex Spaces Kids Will Use

Every luxury custom home client of ours with school-age kids asks for a study nook or flex space at some

Luxury Homebuilding Timeline: If You Sign a Contract This Fall, When Do You Move In?

You just signed a contract, or you're about to, and the question on your mind is ‘When do I actually

How Custom Homes Handle Storage

Production homes are designed to photograph well and sell quickly. Storage doesn't photograph. A walk-in pantry doesn't show up in

The Rise of Wellness Features in Luxury Homes

If you’re planning a custom home right now, you’ve probably noticed that the conversation has started to shift. A few years ago, most homeowners were

What Impacts the Cost of a Luxury Custom Home?

If you’re thinking about building, you’ve probably already asked the question: what really drives the cost of a luxury custom home? You’ll hear a wide

What to Expect When Starting a Custom Home This Spring

If you’ve been thinking about starting a custom home, spring is one of the most common times people take the first real step. The weather

Pools, Patios, and Porches: Planning Your Outdoor Space the Right Way

When you build a custom home, you are not just building square footage. You are shaping how you live day to day. Your outdoor space

How to Blend Luxury Indoor and Outdoor Spaces for Spring Entertaining

Luxury indoor and outdoor spaces are designed to feel like one continuous environment. Instead of separating your home from your yard, these spaces connect them.

Our Tips for Selecting Finishes for Your Luxury Custom Build in 2026

If you’ve never built a custom home before, selecting finishes can feel like the most exciting and most overwhelming part. You’re making decisions that will

What Livable Luxury Looks Like for Today’s Homeowners

If you are exploring the idea of building a custom home in Virginia, you have likely come across the phrase livable luxury homes. It sounds

Luxury Outdoor Living in Virginia: Designing Outdoor Spaces That Actually Get Used

When you build a custom home, you are not just thinking about finishes and floor plans. You are thinking about how you want to live.