Whether you’re renovating, building new, or just beginning to explore what’s possible, the decisions ahead can feel overwhelming. In The Springhouse Blog, we share what we’ve learned through practice—practical guidance, lessons from past projects, and honest reflections on the design process.
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Buy a Home Plan or Use a Custom Home Architect?
What is the difference between buying a home plan and hiring a full-service architect? With both routes, yes, you do get a home plan, but ...
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How to Estimate Your Custom Home’s Price
So, let’s say you’re interested in building a custom home. Your mileage is certainly going to vary, depending on your architect, your builder, the land, ...
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Rightsizing into a Luxury Home
When it comes to downsizing, or as we like to call it, rightsizing, you can rightsize into a home that meets your needs for livability, ...
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Planning a Home Addition
Stop me if this sounds familiar: You love your home, but you need more space. Maybe your family is growing, you need a dedicated home ...
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Springhouse Awarded Best of Houzz 2025
Springhouse Architects of Columbus, Dayton, and Cincinnati has won a “Best of Houzz” Design Award on Houzz®, the leading platform for home remodeling and design, ...
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Interior Design Trends for 2025
Custom home design with Springhouse Architects includes interior design services with our in-house accredited designer Interior design trends for 2025 are leaning toward blending sustainability ...
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Designing for Entertaining
Planning Your Home for Entertaining: Create a Space for Holiday and Everyday Gatherings If your home feels cramped or uninviting when hosting family and friends, it ...
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Planning a Vacation Home
Planning a vacation home that’s perfect for hosting family and friends? At Springhouse Architects, we design guest-friendly spaces that balance relaxation and togetherness. From flexible ...
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We Do Vacation Homes Too!
Dreaming of a vacation home you can enjoy, not maintain? We get it! Your getaway should be about unwinding, not endless upkeep. This is the ...
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