It was common practice for the wealthy in Victorian times, to build a matching playhouse. When they would set out to build a family home, a play house in the yard was often included in the drawings as it was the goal of and assumed that the couple moving in would be starting a fa...

Let's face it. We live in Florida, land of sun, sand, and vacationers. Some of those vacationers we know and love. They come down here not only to take in the sights and catch some rays but to visit us.When guests come, especially when staying for extended periods more than j...

We all make excuses as to why we can’t go to the gym or work out. Admittedly, it does consume time you could be using for other things in life and if you have a family, it can detract from the amount of time you are able to spend together.The average American spends a ...

Since you are starting from scratch, your home can be anything you want it to be. Your home is your sanctuary from the world. Coming home to relax after a long day is key. Adding a sauna to your master bath or pool bath is a luxury that has become attainable.It may seem deca...

Building your dream home is exciting. No more renting or living in someone else’s creation or idea of perfect. But what happens when you build as a couple and you both have different taste? The worst case scenario is that a power struggle ensues, a battle of wills as to wha...

Nearly all Florida homes have a deck, porch or lanai. Very few have a solarium. What is a solarium and how is it different from a traditional lanai?A solarium is essentially a grand glass enclosure from which you can enjoy breathtaking views not just of the landscape but als...

We have all seen hidden rooms and secret passageways in old movies and remarked about how cool they were and how awesome that would be to have in your own home, so – what’s stopping you?   When you work with a custom home builder like Harden Custom Homes you are ...

Building a new home is such an exciting time. You will have many decisions to make along the way. One of those decisions will be the flooring. Since flooring material covers the entire home and sets the tone for the rooms, you will want to look at all your options and choose wise...

It is that time of year again when relatives and friends are planning on visiting you for the holidays. Thanksgiving is only weeks away! There is much to do. Meal planning, decorating and cleaning. Something that you need to consider is: Do you have the proper accommodations to h...

Let’s face it. You will be living in southwest Florida where the beaches are made of white sand, the temperature is near perfect year ‘round, and there is a golf course everywhere you turn. You WILL have your friends and family visit you. This kind of forward-thinking...