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02/17/2020

Choosing Your Lot

Building your home is only half of the custom home equation choosing the location and the lot is equally important. So what are some things

12/19/2019

Design Trends for 2020

At Perkinson Homes, we make it our mission to stay ahead of the trends in custom home design. There are many simple floor plan tweaks

11/21/2019

Winter is Coming: Here’s How to Prepare Your Home

With the holidays right around the corner, many are prepping their homes for not only extended family but also the approaching cold weather. Although not

11/07/2019

Your Family’s Dream Outdoor Space

As summer comes to a close and the leaves begin to fall, you may fear your days of outdoor family activities are numbered. Don’t say

10/30/2019

Why Your Next Home, Should be a Custom Home

Having a home to call your own stirs many emotions. The memories you make are something money can’t buy, but do you ever feel like

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

03/22/2024

Enhancing Home Living: The Vital Role of Landscape Design in Custom Home Construction

The design of the landscape your home sits on is one aspect that is often underestimated yet crucial in the overall custom home design process.

03/16/2024

Illuminating Spaces: Harnessing Natural Light in Home Design

At Perkinson Homes, we’re no strangers to the profound impact that natural light can have on the ambiance and functionality of a living space. It's

03/06/2024

Luxury Custom Home Features: Living Rooms

Welcome back to our blog series dedicated to exploring the various elements of a Perkinson Homes luxury custom home. Today, we're delving into one of

03/01/2024

Building Dream Homes for Pet Lovers: Crafting Pet-Friendly Paradises

At Perkinson Homes, we’ve had the pleasure of working with countless families, and one thing's for sure – pets are not just animals; they're cherished

02/26/2024

The Value of Interior Designers

As a custom home builder, we understand the profound impact that every detail has on the outcome of a project. From the initial blueprint to

02/15/2024

Perkinson Homes Awarded Best of Houzz 2024

Perkinson Homes of Midlothian, Virginia has won a “Best of Houzz award for Design” on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodeling and design, including

02/14/2024

Luxury Custom Home Features: Kitchens

In the eyes of many, the kitchen is the home's heartbeat. It's where culinary creations come to life, where families gather to share meals, and

02/07/2024

Construction Loans: What Options Do Clients Have?

Before we dive into the specific types of construction loans, let's clarify what a construction loan is and how it differs from a traditional mortgage.