When you're building a custom home, adding onto your existing home, or remodeling, the final floor plan affects nearly every part of daily life. It de…
For a long time, multigenerational living was simply how families lived. Before World War II, it was common for older parents, adult children, and gra…
If you’ve been dreaming about building a custom home, you’re probably also wondering whether now is the right time or if you should just wait it out a…
On March 7, 2016, John Merrill Homes officially became a corporation. I actually pulled up the paperwork recently to double-check the date. It says, “…
If you live along the coast in Northeast Florida, you already know the deal. It’s beautiful, but it’s tough on houses, with salt air, wind, heat, and …
When people ask, how much per square foot to build a custom luxury home?, the short answer is: it depends. For us, most projects in the Jacksonville a…
Expanding your home is super exciting. But it can also get costly, messy, and frustrating if you skip certain steps. The last thing you need is a blow…
Staying in your Jacksonville home but starting to feel the squeeze? Moving isn’t always the answer, especially with high housing costs, limited invent…
Glen Kernan is one of Jacksonville’s most sought-after luxury communities, offering estate homesites, golf course views, and top-tier amenities. If yo…
Don't get us started on the excitement that comes with designing a custom home! Sure, it’s not all just pretty Pinterest boards, and there will be cha…
When it’s time to downsize for retirement, you’re not merely looking to reduce your square footage; you’re seeking to refine your home into a space yo…
With the promise of scenic sunsets, epic sunrises, and awesome outdoor activities, buying a waterfront property is many a homeowner’s dream. But you m…
Building a custom home is exciting—and a significant process. While designing your new home from the ground up and watching it come to life on your lo…
Northeast Florida is a region known for its varied and vibrant communities, each offering its own unique charm and lifestyle. From bustling beach town…
Thinking about moving, but struggling to find what you’re looking for on the market? If so, you're likely wondering: "Is building a custom home more e…
Building a custom home in the Jacksonville, Florida, area is an exciting journey filled with endless possibilities. It's your chance to create a space…
If you take a look at our portfolio, you’ll find a wide array of finished homes that we’re proud to have designed and built. What we don’t show you as…
Being members of the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB member) and joining the Builder 20 group has helped us grow our business, become bett…
Building a home in Florida presents some unique challenges when it comes to battling moisture intrusion and extreme weather conditions. In warm and we…
No one decides to build a new home overnight; there are countless discussions with spouses, friends, and financial advisors, many sleepless nights, an…
Here’s the reality: any home build or renovation project will be stressful at some point. Anyone who tells you otherwise is sugarcoating the process. …
Is it better to renovate or build new? This is a common dilemma faced by homeowners who are looking to make major changes to their homes. When you’ve …
