Barden Building Products Blog Archive

[Evaluation] Pole Barns Vs. Metal Buildings

Posted by Jamie Kline on Jan 4, 2023 8:00:00 AM

Pole Barn Vs Metal Buildings 

While similar in appearance and uses, there are distinct differences between pole barns vs metal buildings. We evaluate both building types based on their: 

  1. Cost
  2. Longevity
  3. Ease of Design and Engineering
  4. Environmental impact
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Topics: Pole Barns

Multigenerational House Plans & Custom Home Building

Posted by Jamie Kline on Nov 15, 2022 12:37:39 PM

"Who will live in your home?"

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Topics: Custom Home, Modern Floor Plans, Floor Plans, Accessible Home Design

How Much Does it Cost to Build a Modern Farmhouse?

Posted by Jamie Kline on Nov 1, 2022 11:18:00 PM

While increasing in popularity, modern farmhouses do fall on the more expensive side of custom homes. 

Why? 

With a distinct appearance and unique interior features, modern farmhouse design does step a bit outside of standard conventions in custom homes. In other words, the defining elements of this custom home style require a future homeowner to make more of an investment for them.  

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Topics: Budget, modern farmhouse, Technical Specs, Process, About, Price

When a Custom Built Home Isn’t a Right Fit for You

Posted by Jamie Kline on Oct 18, 2022 8:00:00 AM

 

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Topics: Custom Home

Decorative Exterior House Trim Options & Boosting Curb Appeal

Posted by Jamie Kline on Oct 13, 2022 9:29:00 AM


5 Current Decorative Exterior House Trim Ideas

  1. Durable and efficient materials
  2. Earth tones
  3. Covered porches
  4. Domers
  5. Gables
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[Comparison] Custom Home Building Careers Vs. Becoming a Realtor

Posted by Jamie Kline on Oct 11, 2022 2:08:00 PM

Every client is different, and so are their ideal homes. 

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Topics: Barden Independent Dealers

Custom Home Designs & The Details You Should Provide

Posted by Jamie Kline on Oct 3, 2022 12:20:01 PM

Even if it’s not by much, everyone’s version of the perfect custom home differs. 

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Topics: New Home, Exterior Design, Interior Design, Accessible Home Design, Home Customization

When’s the Best Time to Start Home Construction? (It’s Right Now)

Posted by Jamie Kline on Sep 1, 2022 3:26:00 PM

Congratulations on deciding to build your own custom home! 

Now comes the fun part -- diving headfirst into all the elements to make your next home a reality such as coming up with a floor plan that meets all your needs to finding the perfect spot if you already haven’t.  

Before you take your first steps into custom home building, you may be wondering about one of the most common questions we get: When is the best time to start home construction?

The answer probably isn’t what you think. 

Let’s unpack that question.


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Topics: Panelized Construction, Buffalo Home Building, Process, Site Prep, Home Customization, Construction Timeline

Custom Home Builder Marketing Strategy: Using the Manufacturer’s Brand

Posted by Jamie Kline on Aug 26, 2022 8:00:00 AM


5 Ways a Materials Supplier Bolsters Your Custom Home Builder Company's Marketing Strategy

  1. Brand recognition 
  2. Advertising co-op funding
  3. Marketing materials
  4. A client-centric building method 
  5. An established network with buying power
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Topics: Insider, Behind the Scenes, Panel Home Building, Barden Independent Dealers

4 Reasons Panelized Construction Homes Are Eco-Friendly

Posted by Jamie Kline on Aug 15, 2022 9:58:00 AM


What Makes Panelized Construction Homes Eco-Friendly? 

These four reasons: 

  1. Design
  2. Components
  3. Manufacturing 
  4. Durability

 

Green is a popular color these days in the world of custom home building. And it doesn’t seem that will change any time soon. 

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Topics: Panelized Construction, Floor Plans

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