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The Little Things That Make a Big Difference in Custom Homes
When people dream about building a custom home, they usually start with the big picture: Open kitchen, lots of windows, maybe a big soaking tub, or a spot for the perfect Christmas tree. And those things matter — of course they do. But the longer we do this (and we’ve...
Looking Ahead: What 2026 Means for Custom Home Design
As we step into 2026, the idea of “home” continues to evolve. Over the last few years, we’ve watched priorities shift — comfort now carries more weight than square footage, thoughtful design trumps trendy details, and people are placing real value on spaces that feel...
Why Build Now? Custom Homes in a Time of Change
In a world where the housing market seems to shift every few months, it's easy to fall into the trap of “maybe later.” Interest rates, headlines, material costs, and timing — it all adds up to uncertainty. And yet, more and more people are choosing to build now. Not...
Designing for the Way You Actually Live: A Custom Approach to Daily Comfort
When you imagine your dream home, you probably picture a stunning facade, a showstopper kitchen, or perhaps a perfectly placed freestanding tub with Hill Country views. But what turns a beautiful house into a home that truly fits you is how effortlessly it supports...
Thoughtful Transitions: The Art of Connecting Spaces in a Custom Home
When most people dream about building a custom home, their minds jump straight to the big, bold areas — the chef’s kitchen, the statement living room, the primary suite that feels like a retreat. And while those spaces rightly deserve admiration, the soul of a home...
Details That Define: The Quiet Power of Custom Design
Walk into a home built by Jim Boles Custom Homes, and it won’t take long before you start noticing the little things — the way natural light hits a textured wall, the way a window is perfectly placed, or how a ceiling detail quietly pulls the whole room together....
Design First, Floor Plan Second: How Jim Boles Custom Homes Builds Homes Around Ideas, Not Templates
When building your home with Jim Boles Custom Homes, one of the most important things you'll hear is: we start with design, not a plan. It might sound subtle, but it changes everything. The Problem with Templates Many build‑to‑sell homes begin with a floor plan:...
What You Notice First (and What You Feel Later): The Experience of a Jim Boles Custom Home
Walk into any home built by Jim Boles Custom Homes, and there’s something you notice right away. Maybe it’s the light pouring through tall windows. Maybe it’s the calm in the layout — no clutter, no noise, just balance. Maybe it’s the ceiling detail you weren’t...
Designing for the Season: How Fall Inspires Timeless Custom Homes in the Texas Hill Country
When the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to fall, we’re reminded of just how powerful a well-designed home can be. At Jim Boles Custom Homes, we don’t just build houses; we create spaces that reflect your lifestyle, respond to your surroundings, and evolve...
Designing for Well-Being: How Thoughtful Homes Nurture Peace, Comfort, and Connection
A home should be more than beautiful — it should make you feel good. At Jim Boles Custom Homes, we believe the spaces where you live have a profound effect on how you live. From the light that fills your morning to the materials beneath your feet, every design...











