How Much Does it Cost to Build a New House?

Before you start researching homes as inspiration for building your forever home, it’s important to know what factors into the total cost of building a home. As an Evansville based home building company, we love when you know what you want, but we also want you to know what is realistic for your budget. In this article, we will explain what variables affect the cost of building a home and how you can save some cash, without sacrificing quality.

8 Frequently Asked Questions About Building A New House

We understand that you may be feeling lost or overwhelmed with the idea of building a new home. There are a lot of details that go into it and a lot of decisions to be made! We’ve been building and designing custom homes for over 20 years, so we’re sharing our knowledge to help ease your mind.

5 Ways To Transform Your Basic Backyard Into An Impressive Outdoor Living Space

When a ray of sunshine cuts through gray, winter clouds, we all tend to dream of spending more time outdoors. While you patiently wait for warmer temperatures to arrive, it’s time to take action. Contacting a contractor early is key to getting the outdoor living area you’ve always wanted, just in time for sunny days. We are a trusted Evansville area contractor with the experience to turn your basic backyard into a multifunctional outdoor getaway. We build and design outdoor spaces that match the personality of your home and that give you the flexibility to cook, dine and relax outdoors.

Open Concept Floor Plan vs. Traditional Closed Concept

One of the first major decisions to make before building your new home, is selecting the floorplan that fits your lifestyle. It’s important to weigh your options seriously, because your floor plan truly dictates the entire look, feel and flow of your home. Floor plans are generally split into two categories, Open Concept or Closed Concept. There is no right or wrong answer to which one you choose, because both options have several advantages. Here, we will describe the ins and outs of each concept so you can determine which style suits you better (or if blending the two is best for you!)

The Cost of Going Cheap on a New Home Build

The desire to cut costs on a new home build is very common. You want to save some cash and still get the home of your dreams. We completely understand that! But think of it this way: Your home is more than just a place to sleep and eat. It’s a place of safety, comfort and security that should last a lifetime.

 6 Common Kitchen Layout Mistakes to Avoid

Your kitchen is the hub of your home. It’s a gathering place, a thoroughfare from point A to B, a space to do homework, and a place to enjoy a meal with family. The right kitchen layout is essential to how functional it is, and how aesthetically pleasing it can be.

Modern Home Design: Make Your Home Work For You

Building a “Modern Style Home” doesn’t only describe the way it looks, but also describes the way it functions. Straight, clean lines, darker hues and black trimmed windows are only part of the story. To us, a modern style home is one that is built to be both stylish and multifunctional to fit your modern lifestyle. A modern, custom home stands out from the sea of beige tone homes and brick exteriors, and maximizes your space as well as your budget. Read below to learn more about our take on Modern Home Design, sustainability and energy efficiency.

USES & ADVANTAGES OF A POST FRAME BUILDING OR DETACHED STRUCTURE

If you’re looking for some extra space to store a motor vehicle, entertain friends or get away from it all, a detached structure built right on your property is a great way to make it happen. A detached structure is called several different things. You’ve probably heard terms like “pole barn”, “detached garage” or “post frame building”. All of these encompass the category of “detached structures”. Oftentimes, these buildings are designed to be more basic. At Modern Structure, we take detached structures as seriously as we take our custom homes. When you build a detached structure with Modern Structure, you are getting a fully custom building that is both multi-functional and beautiful.

EASY TIMELINE FOR MAKING IMPORTANT HOME DESIGN DECISIONS

Building a new, custom home comes with a whole lot of excitement and a lot more decisions to be made. Picturing yourself in your new home, built to your expectations and vision is super exciting. But there’s some work to do first. The experts at Modern Structure are here to help you along the way.

WHAT IS SUSTAINABLE BUILDING? & WHY DOES IT MATTER?

Efforts to improve the state of our environment have been ongoing for generations. There is so much that you, as an individual, can do to help reduce the negative impact you have on the environment. These include: recycling, burning less fuel and saving energy and water by using them efficiently. Did you know that there’s even more you can do? And it starts with your home.