Stop Comparing Apples and Oranges: The Secret to Accurate Custom Home Pricing

Are you gathering custom home bids and wondering why the numbers vary wildly? The lowest price isn't a discount—it's often a deferral of costs. High bids usually reflect a thorough process that budgets for your architect's full design intent, confirmed high-end finishes, and realistic labor costs, preventing budget-busting change orders later. Discover the critical difference between a cheap estimate built on guesses and a transparent proposal grounded in detail.

Project Management in Construction: The Power of Information Alignment

In the high-stakes world of custom home building, the true essence of effective project management is reduced to one critical practice: the tactical dissemination of high-quality, up-to-date information to the right people, at the right time. Nearly every project pitfall—from budget overruns to quality compromises—stems from a failure in information alignment, not just scheduling or technical skill. A great construction manager acts as a strategic filter, not a firehose, expertly translating complex technical details for clients while ensuring trades and professionals have the precise, actionable information they need.

Granville Kitchen & Living Room Renovation

Granville Kitchen & Living Room Renovation

Another beautiful, detailed kitchen and living room built by DelBiondo Homes. The hickory wood ceiling and full-height stone backsplash elevate this classic white and black kitchen to a new level. One of our favorite details is how the living room built-ins are perfectly scribed to the brick fireplace — something most craftsman wouldn’t even attempt.