Buxton Grove

3126 sq ft | 3-4 Beds | 2.5-3.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

Buxton Grove blends Craftsman charm with cottage elegance for striking curb appeal. The exterior features a mix of stone and horizontal siding, complemented by board and batten gables, decorative trusswork, bold trim details, and shuttered windows. A wide front porch with stately columns sets a welcoming tone and adds depth to the home’s inviting elevation.

Inside, the thoughtfully designed layout includes three main-floor bedrooms, a separate office, and a spacious great room with 12-foot ceilings. The kitchen is anchored by a huge walk-in pantry, and the oversized vaulted rear porch offers seamless indoor-outdoor living. The garage includes extra space for storage or a workshop.

Upstairs, a large bonus room provides flexible living or recreational space, with the option to add a full or half bath.

Love The Buxton Grove?  Let’s Talk About Building It:

    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.

    Travars Built Homes builds throughout 12 counties in central North Carolina—including Chatham, Durham, Wake, Lee, and Alamance—offering true customization, local expertise, and personal attention. Every home we build can be tailored to your lifestyle, land, and design priorities.

    *Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright ArchitecturalDesigns.com & Architect

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    Essential Decorative Features Homebuyers Really Want in the Great Room

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    The Great Room has long been the heart of the modern home—a place where families gather, guests are entertained, and comfort meets style. As trends evolve, certain decorative features stand the test of time, while others rise in popularity as homebuyers seek both functionality and visual appeal. The “What Home Buyers Really Want 2024 Edition” study by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) highlights the features that buyers consider essential or desirable in the Great Room.

    If you’re building or designing your dream home, here are the top decorative elements that today’s buyers really want to see in the Great Room:

    1. Built-In Shelving

    Built-in shelving remains a favorite among homeowners who prioritize organization and aesthetics. According to the 2024 study, 72% of respondents said that built-in shelving is essential or desirable—a slight uptick from 71% in 2012. This enduring popularity shows how much buyers appreciate the convenience of customized storage solutions that blend seamlessly with the room’s architecture.

    Why Homebuyers Love It:

    • Provides storage without sacrificing floor space.
    • Creates a cohesive, finished look.
    • Perfect for displaying books, photos, and decor items.

    2. Wood-Burning Fireplaces

    Fireplaces add both warmth and character to the Great Room, and their desirability continues to rise. In 2023, 59% of respondents considered a wood-burning fireplace essential or desirable, compared to just 47% in 2012. This significant increase reflects a renewed interest in cozy, traditional features that bring a sense of nostalgia and comfort.

    Why Homebuyers Love It:

    • Offers a natural focal point for the room.
    • Enhances ambiance and coziness.
    • Can provide functional heat during colder months.
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    3. Exposed Ceiling Beams

    Exposed beams in the ceiling are no longer limited to rustic or farmhouse styles. In 2023, 51% of respondents said exposed beams were essential or desirable, a major jump from just 31% in 2012. Whether crafted from wood or engineered materials, beams add architectural interest and a timeless design element to any Great Room.

    Why Homebuyers Love It:

    • Adds visual drama and height to the room.
    • Complements a variety of home styles, from modern to rustic.
    • Creates a custom, high-end feel.
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    4. Ceiling Fans

    Ceiling fans remain the most requested Great Room feature, though their popularity has slightly declined over the years. In 2023, 81% of respondents considered a ceiling fan essential or desirable, compared to 88% in 2012. Despite this drop, ceiling fans are still a key feature for maintaining comfort and airflow while enhancing the room’s style.

    Why Homebuyers Love It:

    • Increases energy efficiency by improving air circulation.
    • Provides practical functionality year-round.
    • Available in stylish designs to complement any decor.
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    Bringing It All Together

    From built-in shelving to exposed ceiling beams, these Great Room features are more than just decorative—they enhance functionality, add timeless charm, and elevate the overall appeal of the space. Homebuyers in 2024 want rooms that feel comfortable, organized, and visually stunning.

    When building your custom home, consider these essential features to create a Great Room that resonates with both style and practicality.

    Why Build a Custom Home with Travars Built Homes?

    At Travars Built Homes, we work with you to design spaces that meet your needs and align with what today’s homebuyers value most. Explore our floor plans and see how Travars Built Homes can help bring your vision to life.

    We offer:

    • Customized Floor Plans: Modify layouts to include features like a pet center in your laundry room.
    • Expert Guidance: Work with our design team to choose finishes, materials, and layouts that align with your vision.
    • Attention to Detail: From hidden litter boxes to built-in dog beds, we ensure every detail is crafted with care.
    • Energy-Efficient Solutions: Enjoy a home designed with sustainability and comfort in mind.

    Ready to start building your dream home? 

    Contact us to learn more about creating a Great Room that you and your family will love for years to come.

    Get in touch today!

      Source: National Association of Home Builders, “What Home Buyers Really Want 2024 Edition”

      Chestnut Pointe

      3172 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

      unique and modern black custom home with double front door, brick, and covered porch with three beams.
      custom home chef kitchen island with dishwasher, sink, dark cabinets, and drawers.
      Get a flyer and pricing information here.

        Features of the “Chestnut Pointe” plan include:

        • Incredible first floor primary suite
        • Oversized three car split garage
        • Outdoor living with four-panel door
        • Great room with unique bump out
        custom home chef kitchen island with refrigerator space, cabinets, marble counters behind it. sliding door to screen porch in the background.
        custom home chef kitchen with unique light fixtures, island, cabinets, and marble counters.
        custom home chef kitchen with a butlers pantry, additional cabinetry and marble countertops along a second wall.
        custom home chef kitchen with marble counters, white cabinets, and modern oven microwave oven combo.
        Spacious and open custom home living room framed in beams, massive fans, and large widows for natural light.
        Spacious and open custom home living room framed in beams, massive fans, and large widows for natural light, and a dark accent wall.
        custom home open concept staircase wrapping around beside the foyer.
        custom home open concept staircase wrapping around beside the foyer and real hardwood floors
        custom home living room with accent wall, huge fan, real hardwood floors, huge windows, and ceiling beams.
        custom home screen porch with a stacked stone fireplace and fan framed in dark, rich, classic colors.
        custom home screen porch with a stacked stone fireplace and fan framed in dark, rich, classic colors.
        custom home master suite with hardwood floors, dark walls, subtle trim features on floor and ceiling, and barn doors into the master bath.
        custom home master suite with hardwood floors, dark walls, subtle trim features on floor and ceiling, and a door to the porch.
        custom home spa-like, roomy, luxury master bathroom with white tub, dark shower, separate toilet, and door to master closet.
        custom home spa-like, roomy, luxury master bathroom with white tub, dark shower, separate toilet, dual sink counter, dual mirrors, white cabinetry, and door to master closet.
        custom home spa-like, roomy, luxury master bathroom with white tub, dark shower, separate toilet, dual sink counter, dual mirrors, white cabinetry, and door to master closet.
        custom home master bathroom with white tub, dark shower, separate toilet, dual sink counter, dual mirrors, white cabinetry, and door to master closet.
        custom home master bathroom shower with dark stone tile walls, stone floor, and two modern comfortable showerheads.
        custom home master bathroom with extra long and dark countertops with dual sinks, dual mirrors, white cabinets and white drawers.
        custom home master closet with hardwood floors, extra storage space, built in shelving, rods for hanging clothes, bench, and window for natural light.
        custom home drop zone with hardwood floors, extra shelving, a bench, cubbies, and hooks for storage.
        custom home laundry room with hardwood floors, a counter, cabinets, and a window.
        custom home laundry room with hardwood floors, a counter, cabinets, and two doors.
        custom home spacious bonus room with attic storage space, storage room, hardwood floors, and steps.
        custom home multiple decks, one connected to the master suite and the other connected to the living room with a screen porch and a fireplace.

        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.

        Get a Price for this Home

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          Summerhill

          2510-2952 sq ft | 4-5 Beds | 3 Baths | First Floor Guest and First Floor Office

          Summerhill brings a cheerful twist to classic farmhouse design, with clean lap siding, crisp trim, and standing seam metal roof accents that enhance both durability and style. Multiple front-facing gables with decorative brackets and a gabled portico over twin entry doors create a welcoming and memorable first impression.

          The main level features a private guest suite with full bath and an oversized office or schooling space. The open-concept layout connects the great room, kitchen, and dining areas, with a large walk-in pantry tucked nearby for convenience. An oversized side-entry garage adds both function and curb appeal.

          Upstairs, three spacious bedrooms provide comfortable retreats.

          The optional third floor offers a massive recreation room with the potential for an additional full bath.

          Let’s Get Started – Request Summerhill Flyer and Pricing:

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            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.

            Travars Built Homes builds across 12 counties in central North Carolina—including Chatham, Durham, Wake, Lee, and Alamance—and customizes every plan to fit your land, lifestyle, and long-term goals.

            *Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features.  Floor plans and renderings are copyright www.ArchitecturalDesigns.com and Architect.

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            Glenside

            2503 sq ft | 3 Beds | 2-3 Baths | One Story

            First Floor “A”
            First Floor “B”
            Second Floor “A”
            Second Floor “B”

            Let’s Get Started – Request Glenside Flyer and Pricing

              We’ll email you the floor plan flyer with the home layout and plan overview.
              Next, we will prepare a full 10-page construction package with everything included in your build — and walk through it together in a custom home consultation.
              You’ll be amazed at what’s already included in a Travars Built Home.

              *Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright www.ArchitecturalDesigns.com & Associates

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              Avonmore

              2466 sq ft | 3-4 Beds | 2-3 Baths | One Story

              One Story White Farmhouse Plan

              This one story white farmhouse plan has an optional bonus room upstairs, island kitchen open to the great room, direct access to the laundry from the master closet. Work from home in the “pocket” home office, and enjoy the NC outdoors with large porches.

              One Story White Farmhouse Plan

              The second floor option A includes a full bath with shower.

              One Story White Farmhouse Plan
              Second Floor “A”

              The second floor option B includes a storage room.

              One Story White Farmhouse Plan
              Second Floor “B”

              Send Me the Avonmore Flyer and Pricing:

                We’ll email you the floor plan flyer with the home layout and plan overview.
                Next, we will prepare a full 10-page construction package with everything included in your build — and walk through it together in a custom home consultation.
                You’ll be amazed at what’s already included in a Travars Built Home.

                *Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright ArchitecturalDesigns.com & Associates

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                Riverdale  

                2362 sq ft | 4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | First Floor Primary

                Start Here: Get the Riverdale Plan Flyer

                  We’ll email you the floor plan flyer with the home layout and plan overview.
                  Next, we will prepare a full 10-page construction package with everything included in your build — and walk through it together in a custom home consultation.
                  You’ll be amazed at what’s already included in a Travars Built Home.

                  *Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright ArchitecturalDesigns & Associates

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                  Brant Point  

                  2336 sq ft | 3-4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | Two Story

                  Craftsman Style Floor Plan

                  This craftsman style floor plan, available to build in North Carolina, features an open concept layout with island kitchen, dining room, great room, and home office downstairs. The kitchen has two pantries, and the garage opens to drop zone storage unit.

                  Craftsman Style Floor Plan

                  The primary suite and two more bedrooms are located upstairs, along with the laundry room and an optional bonus room above the garage.

                  Craftsman Style Floor Plan

                  Get in touch for an in-depth quote to build a custom home with TBH. We will include turnkey elements from site work to construction, based on your specific location. The depth of detail we provide will help you know what to expect across the entire build process.

                  Send Me the Brant Point   Flyer and Pricing

                    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 ArchitecturalDesigns.com & Associates

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                    Golden Valley

                    2146 sq ft | 3-4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | Two Story Home

                    Let’s Get Started – Request Golden Valley 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 www.ArchitecturalDesigns.com & Associates

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                      Willow Rock

                      1871 sq ft | 4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | First Floor Primary Suite

                      Send Me the Willow Rock Flyer and Pricing

                        We’ll email you the floor plan flyer with the home layout and plan overview.
                        Next, we will prepare a full 10-page construction package with everything included in your build — and walk through it together in a custom home consultation.
                        You’ll be amazed at what’s already included in a Travars Built Home.

                        *Plans are illustrative and may reflect optional features. Floor plans and renderings are copyright ArchitecturalDesigns.com & Associates

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