Upstate NY Custom Home Building Blog

There’s something magical about welcoming friends and family into your home—whether it’s an impromptu wine night in the kitchen, a lively game night in the living room, or a summer barbecue that spills onto the patio. A home built for entertaining isn’t just about having space; it’s about creating an effortless experience where guests feel comfortable, conversations flow freely, and hosting feels less like work and more like fun. If you love the idea of being the go-to host but want to avoid the pitfalls of a poorly designed layout (hello, kitchen bottlenecks and awkward seating!), then designing your custom home for entertaining with intention is key. Let’s discuss what makes the ultimate home for entertaining, starting with one of the most important decisions—your floor plan.

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While designing and planning your custom home, don’t forget to consider smart features that are designed to simplify your routines, make entertaining a breeze, and add a much-needed sense of security. Smart home features are available in every room of the home as well as outdoors. What smart features should you ask your designer about during your consultation and design meetings?

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Choosing the features, finishes and appliances for your home is one of the most enjoyable parts of building a new home. Unfortunately, the process can also be a little overwhelming at times. Taking a look at the latest trends can provide a little inspiration and make your decisions easier. These seven trends are expected to be popular in the Rochester area in 2024.

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Building your sustainable custom home in Rochester, NY area or the Finger Lakes Area is more than just a dream realized. It also allows you to align your selections with existing tax credits. Luckily, current construction-related tax incentives favor green/energy-efficient options, which are popular with consumers for their low-environmental income. We're also one of the most trusted custom home builders in Ontario, where the incentives to build green is also embedded in tax incentives.

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In the picturesque expanse of Upstate New York, amidst the scenic backdrop of the Finger Lakes, lies a flourishing new community—Southgate Hills. Gerber Homes, renowned–among many things–for our meticulously designed home-building plans in the Greater Rochester, NY area, takes immense pride in unveiling the Madison floor plan, an exceptional offering in our portfolio of new home floor plans available in our coveted new community.

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