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Native Beauty: The Importance of Using Virginia’s Native Plants and Shrubs in Your Landscape

When it comes to landscaping your custom home, choosing the right plants can enhance your property’s natural beauty, support local ecosystems, and simplify maintenance. One
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Spring Cleaning: Refresh Your Custom Home for the Season

As the days grow longer and the temperatures rise, there’s no better time to refresh and revitalize your home. Spring cleaning isn’t just about dusting
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Hosting at Your Perkinson Home

One of the greatest joys of owning a custom home is having the perfect space to entertain friends and family. Whether you’re hosting an intimate
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The Evolution of Home Design: How Trends Have Changed Over the Decades

Home design reflects culture, lifestyle, and innovation. Over the decades, architectural styles, layouts, and finishes have transformed to meet homeowners’ evolving needs. From the formal
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The Beauty of Grand Staircases: A Signature Feature in Custom Homes

A grand staircase is more than just a means of moving between floors—it’s a statement piece that defines the elegance and architectural character of a
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Luxury Lighting Design: How to Make a Home Shine

Lighting is one of the most transformative elements in home design. More than just a functional necessity, the right lighting enhances a home’s beauty, creates
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The Science of Color: How Your Home’s Palette Affects Your Mood

Color is one of the most powerful design elements in a home. Beyond aesthetics, the colors you choose for your walls, cabinetry, and décor can
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The Art of Ceiling Design: How to Elevate a Room with Custom Ceilings

When it comes to designing a custom home, it’s easy to focus on flooring, cabinetry, and wall treatments—but what about the ceiling? Often referred to
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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
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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
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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
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The Art of Personalization: Tailoring Your Home to Your Lifestyle

At Perkinson Homes, we believe that a house isn't just a place to live; it's a reflection of who you are and how you live.
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The Perfect Perkinson Home: After School Edition

When designing a home that caters to both the academic needs and social lives of your children, Perkinson Homes stands out as a premier choice.
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The Best Plants for Your Home: Trees, Shrubs, and More

When it comes to creating a beautiful and thriving landscape around your home, choosing the right plants is essential. At Perkinson Homes, we partner with
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Caring for Your Grass and Landscaping During the Summer

Summer is a wonderful time of year, especially here in Virginia. The warm weather, longer days, and blooming flowers make it the perfect season to
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Dive Into Your Dream Pool: The Ins and Outs of Pool Construction

Building a custom home is an exciting journey, and incorporating a swimming pool can elevate your new residence to a luxurious oasis. As a custom
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Fun Summer Activities: Perkinson Homes Edition 

Summer is here, and it’s the perfect time to create unforgettable memories with your children without needing to hop in the car. Soak up the
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The Benefits of Building a Custom Home on Your Own Lot

In recent years, Richmond, Virginia, has seen a significant rise in building custom homes on individually owned lots rather than within established communities. The Perkinson
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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
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