Custom Home Building Blog

Why should you buy a Sheffield Home?  Sheffield Homes builds the finest custom homes in the Denver Metro area. We take pride in creating solid, beautiful, energy efficient houses for families just like yours.

To make your dream home a reality, a custom home builder and architect work together as a team. The builder is the one who puts up the structure, but what many don’t fully understand is the important role the architect plays in the custom home...

Young families or those who plan to start a family may want to build their new home with an eye toward the future. Finding just the right site and floor plan means that your home can adapt to fit your family’s needs for many years to come. With...

Building a custom home feels like a fantasy for many people, but can be more realistic than you may think. With a reputable, experienced home builder, a custom home can be affordable and practical–as well as fun and exciting–and it may be the...

Although the furnace may not be the most glamorous feature of a new home, the one you choose will have ramifications for years to come. How do you know which heating options are best for a new home? When building a custom home, an HVAC (heating,...

Perhaps you’ve been looking at the high price tag on existing homes in Colorado and wondering how that compares to the cost of a custom home. Building a custom home can be affordable, but the cost to build a new home includes several factors,...

A home’s architectural plan may sound like a logical place to save money; after all, starting from scratch requires the time and expertise of professionals. However, because of the way most custom home building is done, customized home plans...

Many home buyers are pleasantly surprised to discover the feasibility of building a new home. With the right home builder, creating an ideal home is easier and more affordable than most people imagine. Building a home, however, proves quite...

Winter is coming, bringing shorter days, colder temperatures, and more time spent indoors. Colorado winters can be hard on your home, but with a little effort now you can make your home more comfortable, energy efficient, and safe in the cold...

How do you know when you are ready to own a home, and that ownership versus renting is the right choice? Factors such as finances, relationship status, lifestyle, employment, and desired location all play heavily into the decision. People often...