Understanding Allowances in a Custom Home Build
Building a custom home is an exciting journey, but the financial side – specifically “allowances” – can be confusing. Understanding the concept of allowances is important for keeping your project on track and your budget in check. Here's how it actually works.
Breaking Ground: Our New Renton Neighborhood is Underway
Site prep is officially underway on our newest Renton neighborhood. Take a look behind the scenes as three new home lots take shape.
Designing Homes for Scenic Views
Discover how Sierra Homes designs for PNW vistas—placing living spaces above for views, adding rooftop decks, and integrating thoughtful layout and materials.
Thoughtfully Designed Outdoor Living Spaces for the Pacific Northwest
Explore custom outdoor living designs by Sierra Homes—fireplaces, decks & rooftop patios for year-round living in the Pacific Northwest.
Designing Homes for Rainy Climates
Our cool, wet winters in the Greater Seattle region mean certain challenges for homeowners. What are some ways we recommend customizing home designs for the weather?
Fall Organization Refresh: Smart Design Features
Streamline your home's organization with these design ideas.
Starting Your Custom Home Journey: Key Questions We Ask Our Clients
To ensure we capture every detail and deliver a home that exceeds expectations, we ask a series of essential questions right from the start.
Designing for Fun: How to Create the Perfect Bonus Rooms and Entertaining Spaces
Some of our favorite rooms to design are entertaining spaces and bonus rooms. These spaces add extra warmth to a home, helping family and friends gather and enjoy one another. With some thoughtful design beforehand, you can create functional, versatile spaces that make it easy for people to connect.
Welcoming Retreats: Expert Tips for Crafting the Perfect Guest Room
Creating a welcoming guest room in your home is easier than you think! With our many years of experience building custom homes, we’ve accumulated a solid list of best practices.
Has Gray Had Its Day?
While gray has been the most popular interior design color for (at least) the past 10 years, the most common question I hear from client’s lately is, “Is gray still in style?”
How To Boost Curb Appeal
A home’s exterior is the first thing we notice when driving up - and first impressions matter! Well designed exteriors make the home more attractive, boosting curb appeal and increasing property value.
Fireplace Focal Points
Whether designing a new home or refreshing an existing space, it is easy to transform a room by making the fireplace the focal point.
How to Choose the Right Wall Colors
Giving your walls a fresh coat of paint is one of the simplest ways to update your home and give it a stylish new look. While the painting is the easy part, the color selection process is not so simple.