With the holidays fast approaching, our team wanted to break down some of our favorite LBI custom home features that make traveling or hosting a breeze. We know how busy life can be this time of year, but that doesn’t mean it has to be stressful, a fact our team of designers, architects, and tradesmen keep in mind year-round while we bring our homeowners’ dream homes to life. From smart technologies that give our homeowners peace of mind to chef-worthy kitchens that look like they jumped off a magazine page, to indoor-outdoor amenities to make the most of every season, we aim to make our LBI custom homes beautiful, functional, and a place to make memories in for years to come.
Depending on your needs, there are different smart home gadgets that can help keep your LBI custom home in tip-top shape and give you some peace of mind while you’re away from home. Things like app-controlled thermostats and light fixtures can help connect you to your home from anywhere, helping you save on energy costs and making sure your home is set to the right temperature for the weather. Flood sensors are also a great addition, especially for those who plan on living in their LBI custom home seasonally. Our team has written easy-to-follow guidelines seasonal homeowners should keep in mind when winterizing their homes, but these little gadgets can help you keep tabs on your home when you’re away.
When it comes to houses, we all know that the kitchen is the heart of the home, especially during the holidays. Having a functional kitchen is essential to your season, as much as having a good flow between your kitchen, dining room, and living space to make hosting a breeze and keep you at the center of the party. Utilizing an open concept layout will help keep the conversations flowing and make sure you don’t miss out on those memorable moments. Another great addition to daily life in your LBI custom home, but especially during special occasions, is a bar or snack area, complete with refrigeration and cabinets to store all the essential holiday, game day, and movie night essentials like a popcorn maker and your drink of choice, making refreshments easy for your guests to find and prevent the kitchen from being overcrowded when you go to pull the turkey out!
It’s no secret that indoor-outdoor living is a way of life here on LBI. We know, we know: fall can be brisk, but there are also beautiful sunny days before the temps drop for good. Take every advantage of the season by creating an outdoor living area that includes a firepit and heated patio! Enjoy a cozy fall holiday on your LBI custom home’s outdoor living area, with plenty of seating and even an outdoor T.V. to catch the big game. At Stonehenge Building, we can draw from our decades of experience as LBI custom home builders and help you turn your dream home into a reality, designing it around your needs and preferences. Visit us at StonehengeBuilt.com or contact us today to get started on your custom home so you can be in it by fall 2026!