Barden Building Products Blog Archive

If you’ve been house hunting or researching building options, you’ve probably noticed a growing buzz around prefab homes. But “prefab” doesn’t always mean the same thing, and that’s where confusion begins. Some people picture small, boxy designs with little flexibility, while others think of modern, sleek architecture. The truth is, prefab is an umbrella term that covers a range of construction methods.

If you're thinking about buying a house in Upstate New York, you’ve likely discovered just how challenging the process can be. 

The moment a decent listing goes live, it’s flooded with offers and often disappears within days. Prices are climbing. Choices are shrinking. And for many buyers — especially first-timers or growing families — the entire process can feel exhausting.

But here’s the good news: You’re not stuck. Instead of battling it out in a tough market, you can build the home you actually want, from the ground up.

Every custom home tells a story — one of dreams, aspirations, and personalized touches that transform a house into a haven. As we close the chapter on 2024, it’s time to set our sights on what lies ahead in custom home design for 2025.

Predicting custom home trends isn’t just about identifying patterns; it’s about understanding what homeowners truly value. From timeless ranches to innovative multi-purpose spaces, we’re excited to share what’s in store for 2025 and how these trends can shape your future home.

"Who will be living in your home?"

You've got the ideal plot of land -- it's spacious with a great view. You’ve worked with your Barden Independent Dealer and internal design team to create a floor plan tailored to your needs.

As in past years, 2023 was a busy year for the entire Barden Building Products family. 

Throughout this past year, we and our Barden Independent Dealers helped plenty of customers build a wide variety of homes that ticked all their wants and needs boxes. With our catalog of hundreds of fully customizable floor plans to choose from, it’s almost impossible to see the exact same home constructed twice.

There are some styles of home that withstand the test of time. 

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. 

After my recent conversation with a former WNY modular home builder, I met with two different customers who each had very different circumstances.