Hello Shadow! The 2017 Color of The Year from Benjamin Moore

Flashback October 2015: Benjamin Moore names Simply White as the Color of the Year and we experienced a visual cleansing of the palette.   We were swept away with the elegant simplicity of white. But this year, to remind us that there is no one-size-fits-all solution; Shadow, a deep amethyst, is named the 2017 Color of … Read more

Lake Retreat Built by Lowell, Lake Geneva, WI

 Click here to tour this remarkable Lowell Custom Home! Take a minute to enjoy a video tour of one of our custom homes on 336 acres surrounded by a 1000 acre nature preserve in Wisconsin.   This property includes a 9,000 square foot main house, a guest house the sleeps six, tennis courts and a lighthouse … Read more

Back-to-School Tips for Your Home

Back-to-School Mom Parents have always documented their children’s back-to-school day with pictures, but this year the photos going viral are all about the parents!   We want you to have just as much fun celebrating the joy of missing  your children.  Our favorite tips and ideas will prepare your home for a full year of blissful and stress-free school … Read more

Pet-Friendly Home Ideas

We love to indulge our pets, but our home doesn’t have to go to the dogs!   Our pet-friendly home ideas will help you maintain a stylish standard, while making your furry family members right at home. No matter what their age or level of training, “things” happen. So, our number one tip is to select … Read more

Architectural Attraction – How to choose the architecture and style of your home

A stunning first impression is an invitation to consider who’s behind the front door. Curb appeal or Rorschach test? What does the exterior of your home say about you? When building a new home, choosing all of the parts and pieces that express your unique style is exciting. This can also be a bit overwhelming … Read more

The Home Construction Process

A Step-by-Step Guide Building or remodeling a home is one of life’s most rewarding experiences. The more you know about the process, the more you will enjoy the journey. This overview will walk you through the home building stages, step-by-step, with images from one of our stunning new homes. Then visit the LOWELL Process Page to view more … Read more

Refreshing Spring Updates for your Home

Spring is nature’s time for renewal and the ideal time to bring your home out of hibernation. Celebrate the season by adding a few refreshing touches from our list of favorite home pick-me-ups. Awaken your senses with flowers and scented candles for an instant lift. Use them generously in the most visible and well traveled … Read more

The Spring Cleaning Cheat Sheet for Your Home

Why ruin spring with endless hours of cleaning? We all want our homes to sparkle, but few of us are giddy enough to dedicate time to housework on a beautiful spring day. We have the perfect solution for you! Skip routine cleaning tasks and focus on the details that are overlooked most of the year. … Read more

Top 10 Home Trends for 2016

Fads come and go, but trends in homebuilding can last for generations. These develop over time and respond to changes in lifestyle, innovative new materials and technology. With this in mind, our goal is to bring you the latest trends that are sure to become timeless classics.

Home Design to Lose Weight & Get Fit

What if the design of your home could increase your potential for success? In his book  Slim By Design author and behavioral scientist, Brian Wansink, explains how changes to your environment can change your behavior. With this approach in mind, we present some of our award-winning homes to demonstrate the best design ideas for a healthy lifestyle. … Read more