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Every home tells a story.
That's why when we approach a home design project we think about the stories clients our already telling within their daily lives. It's then our job to create solutions around these stories and integrate home and life together with design.
The stories shared in this blog are intended to provide you with guidance and inspiration as you consider designing and building your own custom home around your story.
A Guide to Custom Home Building Costs in Georgia in 2026
Taking all the ideas you have for your custom home and turning them into reality is a daunting task. One of the most critical questions (you might be agonizing over) is "how much will my custom home cost to build?".
The challenge posed by this question lies in balancing the various needs of your home with your desire to express your personal style. You want to create a space that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing, but you are constrained by limited time and bu
Jack Baldwin
Architectural Designs
Ideas, tips, strategies and stories to help you architecturally design the home of your dreams.
How to Speak "Architect": A Visual Guide to Windows & Architectural Terms
Windows are often one of the most expensive line items on a construction project. Worse yet, picking the wrong ones will continue to drain your wallet through lost energy savings and costly repairs down the road. Whether you are designing your permanent dream home or a short-term rental property, you want to get it right from the start.
If my time in the industry taught me anything, it’s that windows are definitely not created equal. They vary wildly in func
A Visual Guide: Architectural Terms for Roof Styles
When visualizing a house, the roof is likely one of the first things that comes to mind. Roofs do more than provide shelter. The roof line is often indicative of a home's character, style and speaks to its vernacular. During the Concept Phase of an architectural design project, it can be difficult to envision the ideal roof for your home. If you find yourself at a loss for words and start employing phrases such as "pointy" or "flat-ish", you're not alone. This visual guide co
Stepping Into the Blueprint: A Life-Sized Walkthrough of "The Britt" at Walk Your Plans - Atlanta
We like to think this experience takes abstract concepts and transforms them into tangible moments. Our clients could finally feel the spatial relationship between the kitchen island and the living room where they’d host family gatherings, and they could see exactly how the morning light would filter into their master suite. It was no longer just a project on a screen—it was the place where their next chapter would unfold.
A Peak Inside the Architecture Studio - What's Trending in 2026? Pet Friendly Cinema
We all know the drill. You finally settle down on the couch, popcorn bowl in hand, ready for a three-hour epic movie marathon. Within five minutes, your Golden Retriever is resting his chin heavily on your knee, begging for a snack, or your cat has decided the perfect place to sit is directly in front of the TV screen. Luxury homeowners in 2026 have found the solution. Forget about sharing the "good" remote.
Found the "Perfect" Floor Plan Online? What You Need to Know Before You Design Your Custom Home
When you transition from a digital rendering to a physical, real-world build, several factors almost always require the plans to be modified before construction can legally and safely begin.
To illustrate why modifications are often necessary, let's break down the main reasons online plans need a professional review from an architectural designer before breaking ground.
Setting Goals for Function and Flow in Your Custom Home Design
By setting clear goals for Function and Flow, you're laying the foundation for a home that truly works for you. Collaborate with your architect to translate these goals into actionable designs. As the Timmons family's story shows, a thoughtful approach to Function and Flow can create a stunning home that enhances your daily life.
From Sketch to Virtual Reality: Create a Digital Twin To Visualize Your Custom Dream Home Before Breaking Ground
For many of our clients, staring at a flat, 2D blueprint covered in lines and symbols, and trying to imagine what the finished space would actually feel like is a challenge. Since most clients aren't trained to read floor plans, this traditional method can create some anxiety and lack of connection to the function and flow of the space. With a digital twin, you aren't just looking at the layout of rooms. You can see exactly how the morning light will spill across your great r
Don't let your dream home sink before it’s even built. 🏗️
Designing and building a legacy home in North Georgia starts long before the foundation is poured. Home design that gets results starts with understanding the land itself. To design a dream home that is just as functional as it is beautiful, you first have to understand the site as well as the ground your custom home will stand on.
Seeing is Believing. How 3D "Digital Twin" Technology is Revolutionizing Custom Home Design
Visualizing Your Dream Home Design Designing and building your dream home should be one of the most exciting and rewarding experiences of your life. It’s the culmination of years of hard work, planning, and dreaming. But for many homeowners, that excitement quickly turns into anxiety the moment a set of flat, black-and-white floor plans is rolled out on the table. Let’s face it: unless you are in the construction industry, visualizing custom home blueprints can feel like try
The Secret to the Perfect Flat Roof (That Isn’t Actually Flat)
The clean, boxy look of flat roofs defines much of modern architecture today. Many homeowners and designers admire this ultra-contemporary style for its simplicity and sharp lines. Yet, building a truly flat roof comes with challenges, especially when it comes to durability and waterproofing. The secret to achieving that crisp, flat appearance often lies in clever design choices that balance aesthetics with practical construction.
The Anatomy of a Home Build: A Detailed Cost Breakdown
To provide a transparent view of where your investment is allocated, it is helpful to look at the construction process through the lens of industry data. The National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) conducts regular surveys to determine the average cost breakdown for constructing a single-family home. This framework provides an authoritative guide to how a typical construction budget is divided among its various stages.
Reynard wins Bronze for "Architecture Best Residential Design"
Our custom home RIVERTOP has won Bronze for "Architecture Best Residential Design Completed / Professional"
A Custom Home Design on the Mountain Slopes of Talking Rock, Georgia
Architecture Talk with a Custom Home Architect. What is a Transom Window?
"Can we add transoms above the interior doors to borrow light from the sunroom into the hallway?"
Knowing the term helps us nail your design
Andes Ridge is Designed by North Georgia Architect James Knight
Andes Ridge is a custom home designed by architect James Knight of Reynard Custom Homes, on nearly 6 private acres in Talking Rock, Georgia.
This stunning 3,753-square-foot home is designed for both serene relaxation and lively gatherings.
A Guide to Custom Home Building Costs in Georgia in 2026
Taking all the ideas you have for your custom home and turning them into reality is a daunting task. One of the most critical questions (you might be agonizing over) is "how much will my custom home cost to build?".
The challenge posed by this question lies in balancing the various needs of your home with your desire to express your personal style. You want to create a space that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing, but you are constrained by limited time and bu
Understanding Custom Home Design Styles.
Contemporary design, often mistaken for modern design, is a distinct entity. It's not just a design style, but a reflection of the current architectural and interior trends. This makes it a dynamic and adaptable choice, allowing homeowners to stay ahead of the curve and personalize their space to their liking.
Coastal Craftsman Custom Design Home
Designed by James Knight | Reynard Custom Homes These two-story coastal craftsman-style homes capture the timeless architecture
How To Approach Architectural Design
Designing your own home is a collaborative and personalized journey. To create the home of your dreams, we connect each of our clients with
Architectural Design Your Dream Custom Home.
Whether you envision a modern retreat, a cozy cottage, or a sprawling family estate, creating a functional and aesthetically pleasing home
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