COLLINS BUILDERS BLOG

The almost year round warm weather here in Florida has many of our clients choosing to install a pool with their new home. Besides the...

One of the biggest impacts you can have on your new Collins Builders kitchen design is to incorporate a decorative hood over your range...

A summer kitchen is a grilling and food preparation area outside, usually on a covered porch. At Collins Builders, we custom design the...

A spacious pantry is on the list for most of our clients when it comes to their needs for a new home. It's essential to consider your...

The refrigerator is perhaps the most used appliance in your home, and as such, it's essential to be sure the unit you choose will perform...

Bathrooms today have become a retreat where you can relax and unwind at the end of the day. Freestanding tubs and large walk-in showers...

We all want our custom homes to be secure from the outside world, and top-notch security features are a major component of that. Small...

While few people actually enjoy doing the laundry, having an organized and beautiful place to wash clothes can make it feel less like a...

We all know what a difference the right front door color can have on the curb appeal of a new custom home. You can achieve the same...

As design trends have embraced a warmer and simpler style, brick flooring has increased in popularity. Whether it's a reclaimed brick...

Creating a spa-like retreat in their new home is a must for many of our clients. One of the hallmarks of a spa shower is a rain shower...

Gray exteriors are incredibly popular, and the neutral color works well with any architectural style. Grays can be warm or cool in tone,...

Today's popular floorplans often include large covered entry and rear porches. These not only make a beautiful architectural statement,...

Stair railings are a prominent feature in many of the homes we build here at Collins Builders. Choosing the right style for your custom...

Frameless cabinetry is relatively new to the mainstream market in the United States. It is sometimes called "full access" or "European"...

Patterned floor tiles have exploded in popularity in the last year. We can now mimic the look of expensive (and hard to maintain) cement...

In the past, modern architecture was a clearly defined genre with flat planes and minimalist details. Today, there are modern versions of...

We've all heard the phrase, "the kitchen is the heart of the home," and with today's open-concept layouts, that has never been more true....

COVID-19 has impacted every community across the country, but how do the new coronavirus restrictions affect home building? The...

Many of the custom homes that we build here at Collins Builders include a Powder bath with a pedestal sink. These little spaces are the...