Storage space is in high demand. It has become one of the most important features homebuyers look for in a home. The key to useful storage spaces is to make them functional, convenient, and attractive. You want storage that is easy to access, near the places where the items to be stored are used and inconspicuous so that it blends in with the rest of the home décor. This can best be achieved by incorporating storage space into the design of the home. Here are 8 built-in storage ideas from one of the best of the custom home builders in Greensboro, NC. 

• Utilize Space Under Stairs. The space under staircases in multi-story homes has been used in a variety of ways from bathrooms to closets. Make the best use of this space with organizational tools such as slide-out panels for coat racks, shoes, books, games, and more. 

• Built-in Seating with Storage. Bench seating along the walls of a room or a window seat offers ample room for storage underneath. This type of storage serves a dual purpose.  

• Recessed Bathroom Shelves. “Recessed” refers to shelves that are built back into the wall as opposed to jutting out from the wall. They offer a place to put personal items, towels, candles, etc. without wasting space unnecessarily in a small room.

• Built-in Entertainment Center with Doors. Save space and include extra storage in your living room with a built-in entertainment center. With a designated space for the TV surrounded by shelves for storing movies and games, you won’t need a big piece of furniture. Enclose the entire space around the TV with doors to cover the shelves. 

• Accessory-Cabinet Behind Full-Length Mirror. Save yourself trips back and forth to your full-length mirror by storing accessories in a tall recessed cabinet with the mirror on the inside of the door. Try on jewelry, scarves, and more conveniently stored behind the mirror. 

• Built-in Desk and Office Cabinetry. Avoid bulky office furniture by building in a desk and storage cabinets in your office. Include space for computer equipment and office supplies. 

• Sliding Storage Wall. One of the newest features in storage is the sliding storage wall. It moves on runners attached to the wall, giving you adjustable rooms with built-in storage space inside. 

• Recessed Storage Behind Art. Want the ultimate disguise for storage? Put cabinets behind art using the piece itself as the door and your guests will be none the wiser. 

Get these and More Strategic Storage Solutions from Home Builders in Greensboro, NC

If you’re interested in using any of these ideas in your custom home, or you wish to learn about additional storage options, call R&K Custom Homes at (336) 362-5225 for a free consultation. Work with a builder who understands your need for ample storage, who can offer innovative solutions other builders don’t. The home of your dreams with the storage of your dreams is possible to achieve with the help of R&K Custom Homes.

Building a custom home is a very rewarding experience, but it requires a lot of careful planning for a successful outcome. One of the most important steps in the process is choosing the right lot for your home. Most home builders in Greensboro have ready-to-build home sites reserved in new home neighborhoods. It’s just a matter of choosing the right one. Here are 4 tips to help you when you’re in the process of choosing a lot. 

Consider the location within the neighborhood.

Before you even look at the lot itself, consider how it is situated within the neighborhood. 

• Is it on a cul-de-sac? If so, you may have less traffic, a smaller front yard, and a bigger back yard. 

• Is it a corner lot? You’ll likely have a bigger lot, but you’ll get traffic from two different streets. 

• Is the lot in front of a T intersection? At night you’ll get headlights shining directly into your windows. It doesn’t have to be a deal-breaker, just consider putting bedrooms at the back of the house. Window treatments help too. Or avoid the lot and the hassle.  

Evaluate the lay of the land/topography

The topography of a lot refers to the land and how it is shaped. 

• Is it flat or sloping? Land can always be regraded, but it may cost extra to do so.
• How will the water runoff? Be sure there aren’t low spots where water may sit or run toward the foundation of the home. 
• Are there trees or other vegetation? You may not have to remove any trees to build your home, but if so, the removal of trees can also cost extra. 

Determine the style and size of the home you want before choosing a lot

Sit down with your builder and get a general idea of the design and size of the home you want to build. If you choose a lot that is too small to accommodate the home you want, you may have to compromise later. If you only want a one-story home and the land is sloped, you may end up with an additional level you didn’t want to make the home fit the land. 

Think about your lifestyle now and in the future

Don’t build a home for your life as it is now if you know it may change. The only certainty in life is that life changes. Ask yourself these questions:

• Do you plan to have kids or more kids? If so, plan for a larger home and make sure your lot will accommodate the size. 
• Do you intend to stay in this home as you age? If so, plan for easy accessibility, such as a one-story home with no stairs and choose a lot that suits the floor plan. 
• Do you have aging parents that may eventually move in with you? If so, consider planning for an apartment-type space in the basement or over the garage, which may affect the size of your home’s footprint on the land.

Home Builders in Greensboro have Available Lots in Highly Desired Neighborhoods

Are you ready to look for a lot? Home Builders in Greensboro, R&K Custom Homes, can show you a variety of ready-to-build home sites to suit your needs in some of the newest up and coming neighborhoods. R&K will help you plan your home design and ensure you find a lot that will accommodate your wants and needs. Call (336) 362-5225 today to get started.

Any Greensboro builder will tell you that even the small customizations you can make in a home that is built just for you will have a big impact on the look and function of the home. When you’re building a custom home you get to add in design features that will enhance your lifestyle and take out features that you won’t use. These 5 design features might seem small, but they will have a huge impact on the look and feel of your custom home:

Hardware

The hardware in your home like the drawer pulls, cabinet knobs, faucets, and switchplate covers might not seem terribly important compared to the other design decisions that you need to make for your home. But all of those small detailed pieces are what pulls a room together. Choosing the right hardware that works with the other elements in the room and the materials you have chosen will harmonize the room and make it look polished and effortless. Even though choosing cabinet knobs might not seem important it is a decision that will have a big impact on how your finished home looks. 

Light Fixtures

Light fixtures are another design element that people often don’t think about. However, when you’re building a custom home you have the perfect opportunity to create a unique look for each room with interesting light fixtures that will add character to your space. Vintage style light fixtures will give old world charm to new build homes that look like vintage homes. Modern metal light fixtures will give a sophisticated air to new custom homes. And trendy light fixtures with black or metal accents are an easy way to take advantage of design trends that can be swapped out when trends change. 

Built-Ins

There’s nothing like custom built-in shelves to make your new home look personalized and polished. Of course storage options are easy to find, but shelves that are built specifically for your home give your home an air of sophistication and make the shelves look seamless in the room. Often built-ins seem to just fade into the walls which makes them an interesting design feature that won’t dominate the room. Having built-ins added to your custom home during the design and building phases will give your rooms a more personal feel. 

Doors

When was the last time you thought about the doors on your home? Customizing your doors will have a big impact on how the home looks and functions. In small spaces sliding barn-style doors can double storage space while still looking stylish. And nothing beats the drama of double doors at the entrance to your home or the entrance to your master suite. Customized doors help you frame the space inside of your home. 

Pet Washing Station

If you have pets you should consider having a pet washing station built into your custom home. These are usually in the laundry room or mudroom and consist of an easy to enter a small shower with a handheld attachment and racks for holding soap and other essentials. With a custom pet washing station right near the outside door, you can wash off your furry friend’s paws when they come in with muddy paws or give them a bath in a clean, secure, and escape-proof space where you won’t have to try and hunch over the tub to clean them.

There are so many ways that you can customize your new home to suit your lifestyle and your taste. When you talk to a Greensboro builder about a custom home be sure to ask about all the different customizations that are available. Stop in the design showroom at R & K Custom homes to talk to a designer today.

Building a custom home is a big commitment and when you are looking for builders in Greensboro NC you should ask several questions of any potential builder to find one that is reliable and trustworthy. The process of building a custom home requires great communication between you and your builder so it’s important to find a builder that is happy to answer your questions and will work with you at every step of the process. Here are 7 questions you ask any potential home builder:

Are You Licensed In North Carolina?

Any builder that you consider working within North Carolina should be licensed or only employ licensed contractors to do the work on the homes. A builder should be happy to show you their licensing information and paperwork if it’s not on display in their offices.  If they don’t answer or seem hesitant to answer find another builder. 

Are You Insured?

Builders of custom homes should have full insurance coverage and so should any contractors they employ. Just like with the licensing a reputable builder will be happy to show you their proof of insurance along with licensing information. Any builder that doesn’t want to provide that proof is a builder you should avoid. 

How Much Experience Do You Have Building Custom Homes?

Experience matters when it comes to building custom homes. If you want to customize a lot of the features on your home and create your dream home the builders need to be able to make that happen for you. Ask to meet the design team that creates the plans for the homes and talks to them about some of your design ideas to see if they have the experience and knowledge to bring your dream home to life. All builders will have a model home that you can tour but you should also ask if you can tour homes that are under construction or homes that have been recently built to see if they are high quality. 

Can You Provide References?

The best way to judge whether or not a builder is reliable is to find out if other homeowners who have had custom homes built are happy with their homes. Reputable builders should have plenty of references that you can call to find out more about the quality of the homes and if the homeowners were happy with the buying process. Don’t trust a builder who has no references. You can also look online for customer reviews of the builder. 

How Does Financing Work For A Custom Home?

A custom home builder should be prepared to explain the financing process and guide buyers through the paperwork of buying a home. It’s a good idea to have your own agent who specializes in custom-built homes to help you with the final contracts but you should be able to find out the basics of financing a custom home from the builder. Most reputable builders have customer service specialists that are there specifically to help potential buyers understanding their financing options. 

Is There A Warranty On A Custom Home?

Even though the home will be newly built a warranty is important because there could be many things that go wrong with the home within the first ten years. Be sure that you understand what is covered and what isn’t before you start designing a home with a custom home builder. 

How Does Customization And Upgrade Pricing Work?

If you plan on making a lot of customizations to your home and you want to be actively involved in the designing of the home it’s a good idea to understand from the start how the upgrade pricing structure works. All of the prices for upgrades as well as the options should be very clearly listed for you. A designer should have all of the customization options and prices printed out for you to study and to use as you make your decisions. A reputable builder and designer will always be happy to tell you the price of upgrades and materials upfront so that you can decide what customizations and materials you want in your home. Builders in Greensboro, NC that are experts in the field will maintain current price lists that are available all the time for potential home buyers.

If there are any questions that you have about the custom home building process call our customer service team at R&K Custom Homes anytime and they will be happy to answer your questions.

Summerfield, NC is one of the fastest-growing suburbs of Greensboro. Numerous neighborhoods are being developed now with state of the art custom homes built by a leading new home builder in Summerfield. What’s going on? Why are so many people moving to Summerfield? Here are some reasons why. 

1. Family–Friendly Community. One of the biggest draws to the area is the family-friendly community. There’s a small-town feel in Summerfield. Smiling faces, neighbors who know each other, kids playing together, and people walking dogs are normal sights. The schools have high rankings and offer plenty of educational opportunities. There are parks and wide-open spaces for outdoor recreation. Families thrive here.  
2. Convenient Location. Summerfield is just minutes from the city center of Greensboro. Enjoy a short commute to work or school and easy access to shopping, dining, and entertainment in the city. Summerfield is also a part of The Triad, meaning High Point, Kernersville, and Winston Salem are also nearby for additional work and entertainment opportunities.  
3. Real Estate Value and Lower Taxes. Because Summerfield is on the new side of development, real estate purchased now at a reasonable price will only gain value over time as the area becomes more and more desired. Taxes are also lower than city of Greensboro taxes, making it more affordable to live in Summerfield.  
4. Natural Beauty. If you enjoy nature and beautiful landscapes, you’ll see an abundance in Summerfield. Green rolling fields, lush forests, and wildlife are a regular part of the scenery. Greenways are currently being developed to extend from what exists now in Greensboro all the way through Summerfield. Summerfield Community Park offers recreational opportunities from walking and biking trails to picnic shelters to an outdoor amphitheater hosting a myriad of outdoor community events in the fresh air.  
5. Peaceful. When the hustle and bustle of the city is overwhelming, Summerfield offers the peace and quiet of the country. As you drive away from Greensboro and the city lights become fewer and farther between, the stress of the day starts to slip away and you find yourself at home. You drive through your quiet neighborhood, pull into your driveway, and walk into the comfort of your custom home.  

Build with a Highly Desired New Home Builder in Summerfield  

Once you decide on Summerfield for your new home, you’ll find a number of builders working on custom homes in the area. R&K Custom Homes is a premier home builder in Summerfield and the surrounding area. R&K is currently building in some of the most highly desired neighborhoods. Ready-to-build home sites are currently available but may go quickly. Reserve a site now and start making plans for your dream home. Call (336) 362-5225 to discuss the possibilities of a new home in Summerfield by R&K Custom Homes.