Crafting Custom Kitchens with Creative Kitchens
In custom home building, the kitchen often takes center stage, not just for its visual impact, but as a space where functionality and personal taste come together seamlessly. That’s why we partner with Creative Kitchens to help bring each client’s unique vision to life. Their commitment to quality, customization, and thoughtful design ensures that every kitchen reflects the homeowner’s personality and lifestyle.
Here’s how their expertise supports our approach to creating affordable luxury custom homes in the Traverse City area.
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Choosing the Perfect Floors with Bayview Flooring
In custom home building, flooring is more than just a surface—it sets the tone for each room, and it’s important to balance functionality, durability, and design. Bayview Flooring offers a massive range of options that cater to different styles, needs, and budgets. During a recent visit, Robin Whipple shared insights into their process, popular materials, and how they help our clients make confident choices.
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The Beauty of Decay with Magnum Lignum
In custom home building, the details tell a story. From mantels to tabletops, the materials chosen for each project add warmth, character, and individuality. Magnum Lignum is a fantastic option for creating standout features, transforming salvaged and live-edge wood into functional works of art that enhance any space.
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Maximizing Energy Efficiency in Custom Home Construction
In the realm of contemporary home construction, the pursuit of energy efficiency stands as a cornerstone guiding principle. Whether it’s personal aspirations, updated building code, or a cheaper alternative, green building is working its way into the industry, either during construction, or provided by the home itself. As aspirations shift toward eco-conscious living, custom home construction has evolved to embrace green building practices, sustainable materials, and innovative designs that prioritize energy efficiency. Crafting a home that harmonizes luxury with sustainability requires a fusion of meticulous planning, innovative technologies, and a commitment to eco-conscious design principles.
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Understanding Blower Door Tests: A Key to A Comfortable Home
You'll find fewer drafts in modern homes than in older constructions. That’s because in 2016, Michigan introduced a significant code requirement that transformed the way we assess the airtightness of homes: the blower door test. This test has become a pivotal standard in the construction industry, ensuring homes meet specific airtightness standards for energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability.
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Navigating The Home Design Process: From Concept To Build
Explore the journey of bringing your dream home to life with CMB Construction's comprehensive guide. From blueprint design to material selections and budgeting, our expert team ensures a seamless process. Discover how collaborating with skilled architects, making tailored selections, and finalizing the blueprint and budget sets the stage for a successful build. Start your journey today with Northern Michigan's top construction experts!
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Benefits Of Custom Home Construction
When it comes to crafting your dream home in Northern Michigan, the options are limitless. From panoramic lakefront views to the serene woods, a custom home offers unparalleled opportunities for personalization and functionality. In this article, we'll delve into the distinct benefits of choosing a custom home construction over a pre-built alternative. While that can be a tough decision it is important to consider the advantages a custom home can offer you. From personalized design to features tailored to your needs. Custom home builds do not compromise on your wants. With an abundance of design choices available, there is no limit to the uniqueness and customization of your home.
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Colin Bushong's Class with Ted Clifton on Cost-Effective Energy Efficiency
CMB Construction has always prided itself on delivering high-quality, energy-efficient homes. However, a recent educational endeavor by our owner, Colin Bushong, is set to redefine what energy-efficient building can accomplish. Colin recently completed a class taught by Ted Clifton, an authority in the field, that focused not just on efficiency but on the cost-effectiveness of sustainable living.
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Embracing Technology: CMB Construction's Journey to Progress
In the world of construction, technology is revolutionizing the way projects are planned, executed, and completed. CMB Construction has recognized the immense potential of technology in enhancing their construction processes. By integrating cutting-edge tools and software, CMB is setting new standards of excellence and redefining the construction experience for their clients. In this blog post, we will delve into how CMB Construction has embraced various technological advancements and the impact it has had on their construction projects.
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Create Your Dream Home: The Power of Energy Efficiency
Imagine a home that harnesses the natural power of the sun to keep you comfortable year-round. Our energy-efficient designs use passive solar principles to make the most of sunlight for warmth in the winter and coolness in the summer. Embrace the beauty of natural light while reducing your reliance on heating and cooling systems.
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