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Why Photos Don’t Replace In-Person Walks With Your Builder

When you’re building a custom home in central NC, photos and progress updates are incredibly helpful. But they’re not a substitute for...

What Empty Nesters Look for in Pittsboro Homes

Building a custom home on rural land in North Carolina is very different from building in a traditional neighborhood. The rewards are huge...

Front Porch Ideas That Make a Lasting First Impression

A front porch does more than frame the entrance of your home. It sets the tone for every first impression. Across central NC, we see how...

What to Expect When Building a Custom Home on Rural Land in NC

Building a custom home on rural land in North Carolina is very different from building in a traditional neighborhood. The rewards are huge...

Why More Families Want Dual Owner’s Suites

Families tell us they need most is flexibility: space for aging parents, grown children, long-term guests, and more. Dual owner’s suites...

THANK YOU, Chatham County!

Travars Built Homes has been named Best of Chatham 2025 Readers’ Favorite by Chatham Magazine! This recognition means so much...

What Happens After Your Custom Home Is Completed?

What's hiding inside the walls? Everything! Let's meet on site to take a look, when your build is underway.

Scandinavian Farmhouse Design Finds a Home in North Carolina

Scandinavian architectural design is a top custom home request in the Raleigh Triangle area, backed by stunning influence across the globe...

What Should I Ask a Builder About Customizing My Home?

Let’s look at what “custom” really means — and how to bring your ideas to life.

Understanding Septic and Well Requirements When Building on Your Own Land in Orange County, NC

Learn septic and well requirements for building in Orange County, NC—Efland, Cedar Grove & more. Travars Built Homes guides you every step.

What Should I Look for During a Pre-Drywall Walkthrough?

What's hiding inside the walls? Everything! Let's meet on site to take a look, when your build is underway.

Why the Scullery Pantry is a Must-Have Kitchen Feature in Today’s Custom Homes

See why scullery pantries are in high demand—and how four custom home plans bring this must-have feature to life.

Stunning New Floor Plans for Your Custom Build

At Travars Built Homes, we believe your home should reflect your lifestyle, values, and vision. That's why we're excited to introduce three...

Accent Colors: 5 Eye-Catching Design Features for Your Custom Home

In custom home design, a strategically chosen accent color can transform a room, creating focal points that elevate the overall aesthetic...

Studio Spaces and Family Suites: Versatile Living | On Your Lot Builder

When you’re building a custom home on your lot in Chatham, Lee, Alamance, or surrounding counties, having a dedicated space that adapts to...

Popular Brick Selections for Custom Homes

See popular brick selections in Travars Built Homes, including Oyster Bay, Washed White, Santa Fe, and Evelyn Bay. Build your dream home with expert guidance.

What Can Impact Where You Can Place Your Home on Land in Alamance County, NC?

Alamance County is one of the beautiful areas where Travars Built Homes builds custom homes on your land—and one of a dozen counties...

What Homebuyers Really Want: Trends in Home Size

As custom home builders serving Pittsboro and the surrounding areas of Chatham County, Travars Built Homes pays close attention to what...

Built-In Bookcases: Custom Home Features with Character in Pittsboro and Chatham County, NC

If you're building a custom home in Pittsboro or Chatham County, NC, built-in bookcases are a timeless feature that adds charm, storage...

Understanding Septic and Well Requirements When Building on Your Own Land in Chatham County, NC

Building a custom home on your own land in Chatham County, North Carolina offers incredible freedom and flexibility—but it also comes with...

Color Trends | Alabaster and the Seas | Chatham County Custom Homes

At Travars Built Homes, your trusted Chatham County, NC custom home builder, we know that every detail matters when creating a space that...

Best Floor Plans for Homeschooling Families

Homeschooling is more than a lifestyle—it's a way to shape a home around education, creativity, and family time. If you're a homeschooling...

Personalized Charm – Comparing Three Modern Farmhouses

Modern farmhouse designs artfully combine contemporary convenience with rustic charm, resulting in homes that are both functional and...

Designing for Multi-Generational Living: Mother-in-Law Suite Options in the Chatham County, NC Area

As families grow and evolve, homes designed with flexibility and multi-generational living in mind are more important than ever. Mother-in...

Embracing Growth in Pittsboro, NC: A Spotlight on Custom Living with Travars Built Homes

Pittsboro, North Carolina, has long been celebrated for its charming blend of small-town character, rich history, and scenic beauty. In...

Essential Decorative Features Homebuyers Really Want in the Great Room

The Great Room has long been the heart of the modern home—a place where families gather, guests are entertained, and comfort meets style...

Designing an Outdoor Fireplace for Your Screened or Covered Porch

An outdoor fireplace is the ultimate centerpiece for a screened or covered porch, creating a cozy, inviting space to enjoy year-round...

Designing a Pet-Friendly Laundry Room for Your Custom Home in Chatham County, NC

For pet lovers in Chatham County, NC, incorporating a dedicated pet area into your laundry room is a practical and stylish way to enhance...

Raleigh and Durham Named Best Places to Live in America

Raleigh and Durham Named Best Places to Live in America in US World News and World Report's Best Places to Live rankings for 2023-2024

House Plans with Outdoor Living Spaces

Searching for house plans with outdoor living? See examples of wood burning fireplaces, vaulted ceilings, sliding glass doors, and much more.

Custom Plans with Home Offices

Working from home? See example house plans with a first floor office in these Chatham County NC custom homes built by TBH.

Big Kitchen Pantry Storage Ideas

What’s the difference between a messy kitchen pantry, prepper pantry, and butler's pantry? See photos of big kitchen pantry storage ideas

One Story Modern Farmhouse Floor Plans

Looking for modern farmhouse designs with everything on one floor? Here's what you need to know about building a one story modern farmhouse.

See What Customization Can Look Like in Your New NC Home – and Take a Tour to Get Inspired by a Project in Progress:

Things To Do With Kids in Pittsboro NC

Owner’s Suite Bathroom Design: How to Create the Space You Need for Your New Home in NC

7 Questions to Ask as You Choose Interior Lighting for your Design/Build New Home

New Home Architectural Styles in North Carolina

New Home Trends: Best Hardwood Flooring for Pets

7 Barn Door Design Ideas

Where to use Tile, Wood, Carpet – and Other Types of Flooring in Your New Home

14 Ways to Create Welcoming Indoor/Outdoor Living Spaces for Your NC New Home

5 Easy Steps to Get an NC Custom Home Price Quote

7 Fireplaces for NC New Homes

What You Can Learn at a Custom Home Consultation (Cost, Quality, and Scope)

11 Best Bathroom Layouts for your New Home

How to Build a Modern Farmhouse in North Carolina

How to Add Stock Up Space and Big Pantries to your New Home (Without Adding Sq Ft)

9 Big Kitchen Island Styles

9 Modern Farmhouse Features in New Homes

Build On Your Lot: Frequently Asked Questions

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

5 Myths About Multi-Generational New Homes NC

19 Questions to Ask NC home builders – before you buy

What kind of loan do I need to build my new home?

Universal design. Aging in place. Accessible: Laundry room checklist for your new construction home

Where can you find an EV charging station in Pittsboro, North Carolina?

5 Home offices that work for you

Dog Friendly Places to Eat

Top Things to Do in Pittsboro – Visit Rock Ridge Park

Top Things to Do in Pittsboro NC – Haw River

What are the Benefits of a Side Load Garage?

What are the benefits of a side load garage? Get more courtyard space, windows on the front of the home, separate spaces, and more.

Can a custom builder make my floor plan bigger? 5 Ways to add square footage.

What is a Multigenerational Home?

What are the most important questions to ask a home builder?

How long does it take to build a custom home?

How Your Homesite Can Affect The Bottom Line

How Soon After I Sign a Purchase Agreement Will Construction Begin on my Custom Home, and How Long Will it Take?

How can a lot walk save trees – and some green?

Top Places to Eat in Pittsboro NC – Penguin Place

Penguin Place Pittsboro NC restaurants and gathering places.

How to Modify a Floor Plan

Top 4 Ways to Boost Curb Appeal of Your New Home

3 Ways to Get a Better Bathroom for Your Guests