A timberframe home is a showpiece that not only creates a strong support system for your home’s structure, but also lends a warm, organic feel to both the interior and exterior of the home....
When you’re ready to build a new home, it’s exciting to think about what it will look like—and how much you’ll enjoy living there—when it’s complete. First, though, you’ll start the process by designing your dream house and beginning the construction phase. If you have decided to construct a beautiful new c...
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If you're planning to move in the future – either close to your current location or further away – you've probably thought about how all of your home needs and wants will be fulfilled. Will you be able to get exactly want you want? Maybe you'd like to live in a home with a commercial-style kitchen and plenty of space for entertaining, o...
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When it comes to the latest trends in master bathroom designs, those that make you feel like you’re being pampered on vacation hit the mark every time....
The best way to gain piece of mind is to find out what others are saying about their experience building a custom luxury home. Pittsburgh-based Costa is fortunate to have an outpouring of success stories. And the trends show that we excel in the areas that are important to you. We pride ourselves on being customer-centric, from beginning to end, in...
A new home means starting with a fresh, clean slate. In order to keep your home in tip-top condition, we recommend a few easy maintenance tips....
A home is a reflection of your personality and lifestyle. It tells the story of your family to every guest who steps through the door....
Keeping your home well-maintained and managed throughout the winter months of each year is a way to effectively reduce energy usage and costs. Implementing a few easy winter home improvement tips is a way to ensure you are making the most of all available resources regardless of the climate you are living in. If you are living in or near Elizabeth,...
Building on your own lot means that you’ll have more freedom to design exactly the home you want—both on the inside and the outside—with various home styles and lot configurations available to you.
You can:
Build your home where you want. You choose where to put your roots.
Build your home the way you want. Your hou...
If you’re looking for a new home, and nothing on the market matches your dream-home vision, why not build? It may seem daunting at first, but chances are you already have an idea of what you want. Enjoy every stage in the journey....
Many prospective homeowners shy away from building a luxury custom home because they believe they can never get the extras they want at a reasonable price. ...
Every year it seems new trends emerge when it comes to custom homebuilding and home remodeling. What are the trends in 2015? Here we’ll explore what we’re seeing again and again. Let us know if you agree....
During the design process of building a luxury custom home, inevitably you and your partner will stumble upon something you disagree about—some aspect of the plan. Maybe you believe the master suite with sitting room is essential, but your partner views it as wasted space—a mere “wish list” bullet item that really isn’...
Building a custom home can be thrilling, daunting, and sometimes overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. If you plan ahead and organize your thoughts on paper, the process can go smoothly despite all of the decisions that need to be made.
Decide what you want
This sounds simple, right? You’d be surprised. Start by thinking about your...
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When designing your custom home, organization is key. You’ll need to stay organized during the transition, and you should also consider how to incorporate organizational aspects into your new home design.
Don’t wait until your home is under construction to try and incorporate your wish list. Enlist the help of professionals and get you...
Many variables will influence where you choose to build your custom home. We’ve put together a few tips on how to select the best home site for you and your family.
What size home are you building?
It’s useful to first consider what size home you plan to build before you select your lot. Unless you have your heart set on a certain lot...
Summer rains can drive the outside critters into your home. You may encounter the nuisance of dealing with mice, raccoons, and other animals that in varying degrees will impact your lifestyle. Sometimes the worst offenders are the smallest—the ants....
Your deck serves you well all summer while taking a beating from the sun, rain, and people traffic. With occasional cleaning and inspection, power washing and staining, you can keep your deck looking its best this season and for the years to come. ...
You’ve made the decision to build a custom home. Congratulations! Now for the scary part—meeting to discuss architectural design with your custom homebuilder. Don’t worry, it’s not scary at all. In fact you will probably walk away excited for the next step....
You only get once chance to make a first impression. And what better way than with your front porch? This summer season have fun with sprucing up your porch so that it’s as inviting as you are....
Every year it seems new trends emerge when it comes to custom homebuilding and home remodeling. What are the trends in 2014? Here we’ll explore what we’re seeing again and again. Let us know if you agree....
Summer has come! Here at Costa Home Builders, we not only build houses across Pittsburgh, we make dream homes come to life. And this summer we want you to relax and enjoy your beautiful home in every way possible. Inside and out....
The right combination of lighting can change the whole feel of a room. In some cases lighting serves an obvious purpose, such as the way task and ambient lighting illuminates work spaces in the kitchen and office. A home library or bedroom can be enhanced for reading at night. But so often homeowners spend more time on furnishings and window treatm...
The multitude of decisions needed when it comes to home remodeling can seem endless. And if you’re the kind of person who doesn’t quiet know what they want or you like to take your time in making detailed decisions along the way, all of the choices can quickly become overwhelming and may even make you question why you decided to take on...
Home renovation can turn your world upside down. When remodeling a space you use every day — a room as vital as the kitchen, for example — the process of creating a workaround can be so frustrating and stressful that the idea alone is enough to thwart even the most optimistic homeowner....
When it comes to home renovation, be careful that you don’t fall into the trap of misleading estimates. All too often they’re inaccurate and full of surprises. Before you stake your finances and time on your next renovation project, take our advice and research material and labor costs and come up with a plan....
For those homeowners who're planning an extensive home remodeling project, the outdoor living space is almost always a consideration. Whether your time spent outside is limited to warmer seasons, or you're able to enjoy the space all year round, patio remodeling will breath new life into neglected outdoor spaces or those that simply need a fresh ne...
Sometimes, you just need to start fresh. With spring around the corner, now is a great time to start thinking about possible home remodeling ideas.
For many, the most common job is a kitchem remodeling. However, before you start knocking down walls and ripping up the floor, it is important to have a firm idea of what you want and how you will achi...
Sunrooms can make wonderful additions to any home. Sunrooms are exactly what their name implies: rooms that allow the sun to shine through. They are designed to make the most of the light and offer you space indoors that actually gives you the feel of being outdoors while still being protected from the elements. There are numerous benefits to imple...
When thinking about home remodeling, people often forget about creating a new landscape. The first thing people see is the outside of your home. Landscape remodeling is a great way to improve the look and feel of your home. Here is how to get started.
Prioritize
What is most important in your new yard? Maybe it is a garden for planting fruits, ve...
Costa Homebuilders is the area’s leading custom homebuilder in Pittsburgh, PA. A Costa home provides the finest product at the greatest value. Our standards are set above and beyond the familiar industry standards.....
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The Pittsburgh area offers many options in terms of building lots. If you are planning on building a custom home in Pittsburgh there are many things to take into consideration: school district, proximity to the city, shopping areas, or even whether you want to remain close to your work or family.
Choosing the right lot ...
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