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What does “custom” mean to you?

Let’s build that!

These photos showcase the kind of truly custom results we create with homebuyers. From simple to spectacular, every home we create is shaped by listening, personalizing, and guiding you through a meaningful build experience. Take a look, find inspiration, and let’s connect.

Saddlebrook Farmhouse

2738 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | One Story

Aster Park

2709 sq ft | 3 – 4 Beds | 2.5 – 3.5 Baths | One Story

Fox Riverstone

3055 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Becton Park

3006 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Looking for guidance on cost effectiveness and customization? Start the conversation today to get started with transparent custom home pricing:

Danbury Springs

3020 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Hillsborough Danbury Springs

3020 Sq Ft | 4 Bedrooms | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Settlers Ridge

4674 sq ft | 4-5 Beds | 4.5 Baths | Main Floor Primary Suite

Amherst Fassinger

2686 Sq Ft | 3-4 Beds | 2.5-3.5 Baths | One Story

La Puente

2525 Sq Ft | 3-4 Beds | 2 Baths | One Story

Weston

2850 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | Two Story

Southern Farmhouse

4158 Sq Ft | 3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | One Story

Teesdale

3188 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 4 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Woodland

2231 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | Two Story

Longview

2587 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Annecy

2373 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Noni Cottage

1904 Sq Ft | 2 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Gold Winner for Chatham County Parade of Homes

Grace

3237-3637 Sq Ft | 4-5 Beds | 4 Baths | Two Story

Gregory

4600 Sq Ft | 5 Beds | 4 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Westbrook

3159 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

East Haven

3097 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | One Story

Mulberry Farm

2852 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | One Story

Oliver

2525 Sq Ft | 3 Beds | 2 Baths | One Story

Applewood

3319 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | Main Floor Primary Suite

Chapel Hill New Home Builder | New Homes Chapel Hill NC

Ivy Ridge

3204 Sq Ft | 5 Beds | 3.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Chatham Farmhouse

2438 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Drifting Leaf

2702 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

White Farmhouse | Chatham County Local Home Builders

Ginger Hill Forest

2602 Sq Ft | 3 Beds | 3.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite | Basement

Holly Fern

2466 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Victoria

3043 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | Two Story

Bend

2578 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | Two Story

Riverstone B

3070 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | Two Story

Pamlico Sound

2414 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Wendell

2390 Sq Ft | 3 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Abbie

2702 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Cooper

2758 Sq Ft | 3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Rodanthe

2328 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Rodanthe B

2328 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

River Bluff

2381 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Inara

3470 Sq Ft | 5 Beds | 4 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Greenfield Cottage

1961 Sq Ft | 3 Beds | 2 Baths | One Story with Bonus Room

Chestnut Lodge

2590 Sq Ft | 3 Beds | 3 Baths | Two Story

Fremont

2309 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | Two Story

Quail Ridge

2416 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | Two Story

Davis

1421 Sq Ft | 3 Beds | 2 Baths | One Story

Bethel Farm

2426 Sq Ft | 3-4 Beds | 2-3 Baths | One Story

Tyrrell Place

2466 Sq Ft | 3-4 Beds | 2-3 Baths | One Story

Bluestone

Highland Point

2731 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Holton Manor

3365 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Amherst

2686 Sq Ft | 3-4 Beds | 2.5-3.5 Baths | One Story

Avonmore

2466 Sq Ft | 3-4 Beds | 2-3 Baths | One Story

Chestnut Pointe

3172 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Start the conversation today to find out what it takes to build a new custom home in Pittsboro, Chapel Hill, Durham, Raleigh, or the surrounding region:

Pamlico Sound

2414 sq ft | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Primary | 2 Car Garage

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Features of the “Pamlico Sound” plan include:

Build on our lot or yours
Modern farmhouse with extensive detailing
First floor owners suite and First floor office
Loft and three additional beds upstairs

Travars Built Homes can build on your lot or in neighborhoods throughout the greater Triangle area, across Alamance, Chatham, Durham, Johnson, Orange, Wake and surrounding counties.

Where Strength Meets Style—And Integrity Shapes Every Step

These homes were built through collaboration, thoughtful design, and hands-on builder involvement—hallmarks of the Travars Built experience.

Everything we do is rooted in transparency and trust. Let these photos spark ideas—and we’ll help shape what comes next.

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*Every home we build is unique. Images may reflect customized layouts, finishes, or features. Photographed homes may have been modified from the construction documents to comply with site conditions and/or builder or homeowner preferences. A full specifications package is available upon request. Floorplans are copyright architect.

Wendell

2390 sq ft | 3 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Master | 2 Car Garage

Get the Wendell Floor Plan Flyer:

Features of the “Wendell” plan include:

First-floor owner’s suite with spacious en suite bath
Dedicated first-floor home office
Open-concept kitchen, dining, and great room with strong sightlines
Upstairs loft with three additional bedrooms

Built to Last. Designed for You.

At Travars Built Homes, “Building with Strength and Integrity” means more than high standards—it means listening, customizing, and guiding you with clarity.

These photos show what’s possible when that approach comes to life. Explore, get inspired, and let’s talk about how we can make it yours.

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Cooper

2758 sq ft | 3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Master | 2 Car Garage

Get the Cooper Floor Plan Flyer:

Features of the “Cooper” plan include:

Customized version of Frank Betz’ “Beaufort” plan
First floor master and first floor guest suite
Bonus room, plus optional game room
Build on our lot or yours

Raleigh Custom Homes | White Granite Kitchen

Raleigh Custom Homes | White and Gray Kitchen

Where Strength Meets Style—And Integrity Shapes Every Step

These homes were built through collaboration, thoughtful design, and hands-on builder involvement—hallmarks of the Travars Built experience.

Everything we do is rooted in transparency and trust. Let these photos spark ideas—and we’ll help shape what comes next.

Start the Conversation

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Abbie

2702 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Master | 2 Car Garage

Chatham County New Homes | Vaulted Great Room Ceiling. Travars Built Homes can build on your lot or in neighborhoods throughout the greater Triangle area, across Alamance, Chatham, Durham, Johnson, Orange, Wake and surrounding counties.

Get the Abbie Floor Plan Flyer:

Features of the “Abbie” plan include:

First-floor owner’s suite with spa-style bath
Dedicated first-floor home office
Vaulted great room with open-concept living and dining
Upstairs loft with three additional bedrooms

Chatham County New Homes | Kitchen Open to Living Room

Chatham County New Homes | Island Kitchen

Building with Strength and Integrity—One Home at a Time

Every photo here tells the story of a home built with care, transparency, and purpose. At Travars Built Homes, we don’t just build to plans—we build to fit your life.

Any design you see can be tailored, adjusted, or completely reimagined with your goals in mind. Let’s get started!

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Wendell North Carolina New Homes | Built In Storage Benches

Chatham County New Home Checklist – Built in Storage Ideas For Every Room

Posted by Travars Built Homes on September 15, 2020

Built in bookcases, open shelving, cubbies, kitchen pantries

Get ideas for custom home built in bookcases, open shelving, cubbies, kitchen pantries, and storage spaces for every room from Chatham County new home builder Travars Built Homes:

Chatham County New Home Storage Idea #1: Built in Bookcases Alongside a Fireplace

Built in bookshelves next to the fireplace are a popular choice in new homes by custom builders in Chatham County and across central NC. [Get floor plan ideas here.]

Bookcases can be set into the wall with open shelving, cabinets, specialty trim, and other features. Nearly all fireplace surround bookcases are built with a standard height between shelves (similar to when you buy a furniture bookcase). Just give us a picture – we can build it! Travars Built Homes can space shelves at custom heights that you ask for at one of your meetings with the builder on site. It’s part of our standard design/build process!

Chatham County New Home Storage Idea #2: Open Shelves Above a Kitchen Serving Bar

Looking for something more unique in your built-ins? Ask your new home builder how much flexibility you can have for touches like this throughout your home – and what materials they offer for open shelving, such as the Cedar above this kitchen bar and master bedroom beam ceiling.

Chatham County New Home Storage Idea #3: Built In Drop Zone by the Garage

Drop zones with shelves, cubbies, cabinets, and drawers are a very popular addition to new Chatham County homes. We can build them anywhere in your home, with the most common choices between the garage and laundry room or kitchen. This drop zone has a built in bench, shoe cubbies, and bead board trim. Send us a link to a look you like – we can build that, too.

Chatham County New Home Storage Idea #4: Large Pantry with Custom Shelving

A U-shaped pantry is great for “at a glance” storage. A U-shaped pantry requires more depth (and less width) than an L-shaped pantry – so ask your builder what can fit into your floor plan. Adding more pantry shelving at different widths and heights is a popular request.

In this example, one wall of shelving is designed with thin shelves for spices and specialty items, while the other two walls are deeper for cans, boxes, and paper goods:

Chatham County New Home Storage Idea #5: Built in Benches

Add hidden storage to your breakfast room, mudroom, hallway, or nook with built in benches.

Chatham County New Home Builders

At Travars Built Homes, our design build capabilities offer you the opportunity to modify your floor plan to fit your lifestyle. Let us know if you want to plan for extra storage spaces after building your home.

We can modify your floor plan with things like a prepared alcove with the dimensions you’ll need later on.

In this Chatham County custom home, the upstairs loft includes a stretch of half wall (instead of more open railing) designed to accommodate future storage built-ins:

Have any Questions? Get in Touch Today!

19 Questions to Ask NC home builders – before you buy

Posted by Travars Built Homes on September 7, 2020

What questions should I ask builders about building a new home in the Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill region of North Carolina?

“Price per square foot” is NOT the most important thing to know.

Use this checklist of new home construction cost questions – and learn why to avoid asking “what’s your cost per square foot”? Contact Travars Built Homes for answers to these questions.

Questions to ask NC home builders: (Not) cost per square foot

Why does price per square foot come out much higher for some homes than others, even though the size and layout look very similar?
What comes included in this home, as a starting, “basic” build?
Can you give me a detailed package that has everything in writing, so I can see just what’s already in there and what I need to add?
How long will it take to build my new home?

Questions to ask NC home builders: Location and site work

Where can you build my new home in NC?
Is site work included in your price? Do you give that to me prior to contract?
What does it cost to build this home on my lot, as opposed to on a lot in your community?

Questions to ask NC home builders: Floor plan layout and style

How do I find a cost-effective floor plan?
Why does a home with a large kitchen cost more to build than a home with a large great room?
Why does an owners suite on the main floor cost more than an owners suite upstairs?
Why does it cost more to have a sprawling footprint than one that has more square feet upstairs?
Why does a home shaped like a “box” cost less to build than a home with “cutouts?”
How much less does it cost to build a bonus room over a great room than to add a keeping room on the main floor?
Why do contemporary home architectural styles cost more to build than traditional architectural styles?

Questions to ask NC home builders: Selections and features

How much does a typical homebuyer pay in addition to the “base” price for your homes once they start including things like microwaves and other features that are in typical custom homes?
How many choices do I have for selections in your “base” pricing?
What kind of energy efficiency (features and processes) does this home have?
How much do windows and doors matter when adding up costs?
Does it cost more to have a carriage than a third bay in the garage?
Is a sealed crawl space included?
Are there built-ins? Trey ceilings? Trim around windows and doors? Crown moulding?

Have any Questions? Get in Touch Today!

Rodanthe

2328 sq ft | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

This first floor master Modern Farmhouse also includes a first floor Office, with double doors or optional barn door. The island kitchen is generous and welcoming, with a window at the sink. Upstairs, find three more large bedrooms and an open loft.

Send Me the Rodanthe Flyer and Pricing

The flyer includes the layout and plan information.
From there, we’ll prepare a detailed 10-page construction package that outlines your build — ready to review when you are.
You’ll be amazed at what’s already included in every Travars Built Home.

*Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright Mark Stewart

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Highland Point

2731 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Main Bedroom | 2 Car Garage

Get the Highland Point Floor Plan Flyer:

Features of the “Highland Point” plan include:

1st floor guest suite
Massive bonus room
Two rear porches, optional fireplace
Build on your lot or ours

nc custom home open concept island kitchen with white cabinetry and white countertops. custom home builder in alamance county nc

Built to Last. Designed for You.

At Travars Built Homes, “Building with Strength and Integrity” means more than high standards—it means listening, customizing, and guiding you with clarity.

These photos show what’s possible when that approach comes to life. Explore, get inspired, and let’s talk about how we can make it yours.

Start the Conversation

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Applewood C

3442 sq ft | 4-5 Beds | 2.5 Baths | Main Floor Master | 2 Car Garage

See a photo tour of this home here

Travars Built Homes can build new five bedroom floor plans on your lot, including this modern farmhouse plan by Midtown Designs. The downstairs offers an island kitchen, breakfast room, family room with fireplace, formal dining room, foyer, and master suite with a large walk-in closet with built-in shelving. The 14×14 sunroom offers year-round entertainment and family living space.

Need ample space for multi-generational living – or kids of different ages? Upstairs, this floor plan includes separate spaces for a craft or homework room, playroom, bonus room, and loft. Bedroom 2 has direct access to a buddy bath (a bathroom with access from a bedroom and a hallway). Bedroom 3 has a walk-in closet and bedroom 4 has the largest square footage.

Start Here: Get the Applewood C Plan Flyer:

We’ll send you the floor plan flyer so you can view the layout and key details.
As a next step, we’ll prepare a personalized 10-page construction package that outlines everything included in your custom home — ready to review together at your convenience.
You’ll be surprised by how much comes standard with Travars Built Homes.

*Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright Midtown Designs

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What does “custom” mean to you?

Looking for guidance on cost effectiveness and customization? Start the conversation today to get started with transparent custom home pricing:

Gold Winner for Chatham County Parade of Homes

Start the conversation today to find out what it takes to build a new custom home in Pittsboro, Chapel Hill, Durham, Raleigh, or the surrounding region:

2414 sq ft | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Primary | 2 Car Garage

Get the Pamlico Sound Floor Plan Flyer:

Features of the “Pamlico Sound” plan include:

Where Strength Meets Style—And Integrity Shapes Every Step

2390 sq ft | 3 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Master | 2 Car Garage

Get the Wendell Floor Plan Flyer:

Features of the “Wendell” plan include:

Built to Last. Designed for You.

2758 sq ft | 3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Master | 2 Car Garage

Get the Cooper Floor Plan Flyer:

Features of the “Cooper” plan include:

Where Strength Meets Style—And Integrity Shapes Every Step

2702 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Master | 2 Car Garage

Get the Abbie Floor Plan Flyer:

Features of the “Abbie” plan include:

Building with Strength and Integrity—One Home at a Time

Built in bookcases, open shelving, cubbies, kitchen pantries

Get ideas for custom home built in bookcases, open shelving, cubbies, kitchen pantries, and storage spaces for every room from Chatham County new home builder Travars Built Homes:

Chatham County New Home Storage Idea #1: Built in Bookcases Alongside a Fireplace

Chatham County New Home Storage Idea #2: Open Shelves Above a Kitchen Serving Bar

Looking for something more unique in your built-ins? Ask your new home builder how much flexibility you can have for touches like this throughout your home – and what materials they offer for open shelving, such as the Cedar above this kitchen bar and master bedroom beam ceiling.

Chatham County New Home Storage Idea #3: Built In Drop Zone by the Garage

Chatham County New Home Storage Idea #4: Large Pantry with Custom Shelving

Chatham County New Home Storage Idea #5: Built in Benches

Add hidden storage to your breakfast room, mudroom, hallway, or nook with built in benches.

Chatham County New Home Builders

Have any Questions? Get in Touch Today!

What questions should I ask builders about building a new home in the Raleigh, Durham, Chapel Hill region of North Carolina?

“Price per square foot” is NOT the most important thing to know.

Use this checklist of new home construction cost questions – and learn why to avoid asking “what’s your cost per square foot”? Contact Travars Built Homes for answers to these questions.

Questions to ask NC home builders: (Not) cost per square foot

Questions to ask NC home builders: Location and site work

Questions to ask NC home builders: Floor plan layout and style

Questions to ask NC home builders: Selections and features

Have any Questions? Get in Touch Today!

2328 sq ft | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Send Me the Rodanthe Flyer and Pricing

2731 Sq Ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Main Bedroom | 2 Car Garage

Get the Highland Point Floor Plan Flyer:

Features of the “Highland Point” plan include:

Built to Last. Designed for You.

3442 sq ft | 4-5 Beds | 2.5 Baths | Main Floor Master | 2 Car Garage

Start Here: Get the Applewood C Plan Flyer: